What’s Next for Miriam Adelson’s Philanthropy? Nobody Seems to Know

What’s Next for Miriam Adelson’s Philanthropy? Nobody Seems to Know

Following Sheldon Adelson’s death in January, Miriam Adelson controls the couple’s fortune and presumably their sizable philanthropy. We tried to get a read on where giving might be headed—nobody wanted to talk about it.

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Adelson’s Bets: Looking Back at the Controversial Billionaire’s Giving

Adelson’s Bets: Looking Back at the Controversial Billionaire’s Giving

Casino billionaire mogul Sheldon Adelson passed away at the start of the week. An ardent Trump supporter to the end, he was also a major philanthropist, including pumping millions into Jewish causes and medical research. We take a look back.

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With Huge Gifts to Birthright Israel, Wealthy Donors Influence American Jewish Identity

With Huge Gifts to Birthright Israel, Wealthy Donors Influence American Jewish Identity

Birthright is often celebrated as a crowning achievement of Jewish philanthropy, but guest contributor Lila Corwin Berman argues that wealthy donors fund such efforts to exercise power over the terms of Jewish identity.

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What Are Sheldon and Miriam Up To? Eight Things to Know About Adelson Philanthropy

The philanthropy of Adelson and his wife Miriam is like the quintessential Vegas show -- large-scale, diverse and sure to leave a lasting impression. It's also a bit complicated, with a number of moving parts. Then again, we are talking about a couple with a $37 billion fortune.
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