Here’s What We're Learning About Donors of Color

Here’s What We're Learning About Donors of Color

As the ranks and fortunes of American philanthropists of color grow, so does their influence over the giving landscape. These are a few of the trends we’re seeing as philanthropy’s demographics shift.

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Meet 10 Rising Philanthropists of Color

Meet 10 Rising Philanthropists of Color

As the U.S. marches toward majority-minority status, here’s a list of 10 philanthropists of color under age 50 to keep track of, hailing from fields as diverse as finance, entertainment, tech and sports.

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Rihanna Is Now a Major Climate Justice Donor. Here’s How Her Philanthropy Is Evolving

Rihanna Is Now a Major Climate Justice Donor. Here’s How Her Philanthropy Is Evolving

The pop star’s Clara Lionel Foundation got started mainly funding disaster relief, then moved into climate resilience. Her latest round of grants puts the focus squarely on root causes of the climate emergency. Get the details.

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An Untapped Well: In Search of the Black Environmental Donor

An Untapped Well: In Search of the Black Environmental Donor

The list of major Black environmental donors is short, even though Black communities are uniquely vulnerable. While white philanthropists can and should do more, we unpack how more Black donors might also enter this space.

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From Climate Resilience to COVID Response, Rihanna Is Becoming a Major Philanthropic Player

From Climate Resilience to COVID Response, Rihanna Is Becoming a Major Philanthropic Player

Pop sensation Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation has been around since 2012, but only recently began moving into the spotlight. CLF’s leaders unpack how the star uses her unique platform, and their work on resilience, education and more.

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Rihanna Looks to Make the Caribbean a “Climate Smart Zone”—With an Eye on Women

Rihanna Looks to Make the Caribbean a “Climate Smart Zone”—With an Eye on Women

Climate change resilience is starting to receive more attention from funders—including from Barbados-born singer Rihanna and her Clara Lionel Foundation, which is taking on this challenge with some interesting ideas.

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