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by Dion J. Pierre

The US House of Representatives has launched an investigation into 20 nonprofit organizations that are currently funding anti-Zionist student groups mounting pro-Hamas demonstrations on college campuses, an effort aimed at uncovering long suspected links to terrorist organizations and other hostile foreign entities.

As part of the inquiry, US Reps. Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and James Comer (R-KY) wrote to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Tuesday, asking her to share any “suspicious activity reports” generated by the activities of Students for Justice in Palestine, Jewish Voice for Peace, American Muslims for Palestine, Tides Foundation, Rockefeller Brothers Fund, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, and other groups.

Foxx and Comer chair the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, respectively.

“The committees are investigating the sources of funding and financing for groups who are organizing, leading, and participating in pro-Hamas, antisemitic, anti-Israel, and anti-American protests with illegal encampments on American college campuses,” Foxx and Comer wrote in their letter to Yellen. “This investigation relates to both malign influence on college campuses and to the national security implications of such influence on faculty and student organizations.”

The inquiry comes amid widespread suspicion that an eruption of anti-Zionist protests on college campuses, in which students illegally occupied sections of section and refused to leave unless their schools agreed to condemn and boycott Israel, was fueled by immense financial and logistical support from outside groups. Foxx and Comer said in their letter that the investigation’s findings will inform recommendations for new federal laws requiring increased transparency and reporting of foreign contributions to American colleges and universities.

On Tuesday, Foxx told the Washington Free Beacon, which first reported the investigation, that the protests were a symptom of a larger threat to national security.

“It’s no coincidence that the day after the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack, antisemitic mobs began springing up at college campuses across the country,” Foxx said. “These protests have been coordinated and well organized, indicating that outside groups or influences may be at play. American education is under attack. It’s critical that Congress investigates how these groups — who are tearing apart our institutions — are being funded and advised before it’s too late.”

Foreign links to the anti-Zionist student movement have been the subject of numerous comprehensive studies.

Last week, the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI) published a report showing a connection between the anti-Zionist group Shut It Down for Palestine (SID4P) — a group formed immediately after Hamas’ massacre on Oct. 7 — and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). NCRI explained that SID4P, which organized numerous traffic-obstructing demonstrations after Oct. 7, is an umbrella group for several other organizations which compose the “Singham Network,” a consortium of far-left groups funded by Neville Roy Singham and Jodie Evans. The report describes Singham and Evans as a “power couple within the global far-left movement” whose affiliation with the CCP has been copiously documented.

“The Singham Network exploits regulatory loopholes in the US nonprofit system to facilitate the flow of an enormous sum of US dollars to organizations and movements that actively stoke social unrest at the grassroots level,” the report said. “Alternative media outlets associated with the Singham Network have played a central role in online mobilization and cross-platform social amplification for SID4P.”

In 2022, the National Association of Scholars (NAS) revealed that one of the founders of Students for Justice in Palestine, Hatem Bazian, is also a co-founder of American Muslims for Palestine, an advocacy group which, NAS said, “retains ties to terrorist groups operating in the Palestinian Territories.”

NAS added that the Palestinian Campaign for the Academic Cultural Boycott of Israel — which has been influential is steering the boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel in academia — is “structurally linked” to Palestinian terrorist organizations through the Council of National and Islamic Forces in Palestine — a member of the Palestinian BDS National Committee which comprises Hamas, the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP), Popular Front-General Command, Palestinian Liberation Front, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.

“On the one hand, BDS is designed to secure political legitimacy vis-á-vis Israel, with boycotts and divestment offering Palestinian activists and terrorists new domains to assert their cause,” NAS senior fellow Ian Oxnevad wrote. “On the other hand, BDS, along with the formation of multiple NGOs and nonprofit organizations, offers the Palestinians new avenues by which to access funding in a post-9/11 international financial system designed to curtail funding for terrorism.”

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by Michael Nevradakis, Ph.D.

The U.S. has committed $667 million to the World Bank’s Pandemic Fund, a “multilateral financing mechanism dedicated to strengthening pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response.”

Including the U.S. commitment, the fund raised nearly $1 billion in its latest pledge campaign — half of its $2 billion target — amid warnings of a greater-than-50% chance of a new pandemic in the next 25 years.

The Pandemic Fund was established in 2022 by the member states of the G20. Its largest private contributor — at $15 million — is the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which also holds seats on the fund’s governing board.

Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, a global public-private partnership that promotes vaccines — and is heavily funded by the Gates Foundation — also holds a seat on the Pandemic Fund’s board.

In an op-ed published last week in Fortune, Drs. Chatib Basri and Sabin Nsanzimana, co-chairs of the Pandemic Fund Board, said the “rapid spread of mpox and bird flu, and the recent Marburg virus outbreak, underscore the immediate need for new and sustained investments in pandemic preparedness to bolster our collective defenses.”

Fear of mpox and bird flu helped the fund reach commitments totaling $982 million at last week’s G20 Finance and Health Ministers’ joint meeting in Brazil. The fund also secured “co-financing from international organizations” totaling $1.8 billion.

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18 September 2023: Queen Rania attended the Women Rise for All Luncheon at the SDG Pavilion in New York, which took place on the sidelines of the 78th annual United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session.

The event was hosted by United Nations Deputy Secretary-General (DSG), Amina J. Mohammed, who launched the Women Rise for All initiative in 2020, to highlight the significance of women’s leadership in achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals agenda. (Source: Petra)

Set to become an annual gathering, the lunch brought together approximately 90 female leaders from various sectors including heads of state and government, civil society and international organizations, and the private sector in celebration and recognition of women leaders across the board.

The event featured conversations by former Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern, and Co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Melinda French Gates, and was attended by several high-profile guests including Queen Mathilde of Belgium.

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The Power of Giving Back: Inspiring Stories of Successful Professionals and Their Philanthropic Journeys

True success is not only measured by professional accomplishments or financial gains but also by the impact one creates in the world. Many accomplished professionals find deeper meaning in giving back to society, using their resources, skills, and influence to uplift communities and address social challenges. Their stories show that philanthropy is not just an act of kindness—it’s a transformative journey that shapes their legacies and enriches their lives. In this article, we explore the inspiring philanthropic journeys of successful professionals and the lessons they offer.

1. Bill Gates: Tackling Global Health Challenges

Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, is one of the most well-known philanthropists in the world. After stepping down from Microsoft's day-to-day operations, Gates dedicated his time and resources to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which focuses on eradicating diseases and reducing poverty.

Gates’ Philanthropic Journey:

Gates has pledged billions toward the eradication of polio and malaria.

He champions vaccination programs and research into infectious diseases, saving millions of lives.

The foundation also invests in education and access to technology for underserved communities.

Gates’ journey shows how professionals can transition from successful careers into full-time philanthropy, using their expertise and wealth to address global challenges.

2. Oprah Winfrey: Empowering Through Education

Oprah Winfrey, media mogul and philanthropist, has long been committed to improving education for underprivileged youth. Through her Oprah Winfrey Foundation, she has created educational programs and funded scholarships for students around the world.

Winfrey’s Impact:

Winfrey established the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa, giving young women access to quality education and leadership training.

She has funded college scholarships for students in the United States, changing the trajectory of countless lives.

Winfrey uses her public platform to raise awareness about social issues, inspiring millions to give back.

Her story illustrates how philanthropy rooted in personal passion—like education—can leave a lasting impact.

3. Tony Robbins: Feeding Millions in Need

Tony Robbins, a best-selling author and motivational speaker, turned his personal experiences with food insecurity into a lifelong mission to combat hunger. Despite his financial success, Robbins credits giving back as one of the most fulfilling aspects of his life.

Robbins’ Philanthropic Efforts:

Robbins has partnered with Feeding America to provide over 1 billion meals to people in need.

He established the Anthony Robbins Foundation, which supports youth, elderly, and homeless communities through various outreach programs.

Robbins encourages his audience to embrace the spirit of giving, inspiring many to take action in their communities.

Robbins’ journey highlights the importance of using personal experiences to drive meaningful change.

4. Richard Branson: Championing Social Causes

Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, believes that businesses should serve both profit and purpose. Branson’s philanthropic work through Virgin Unite, his nonprofit foundation, focuses on social entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, and human rights.

Branson’s Impact:

He supports climate action by promoting clean energy solutions and advocating for environmental conservation.

Branson invests in social enterprises and startup businesses that address pressing social challenges.

Through Virgin Unite, he supports mental health initiatives and collaborates with other entrepreneurs on humanitarian projects.

Branson’s approach demonstrates that philanthropy and business can go hand in hand to create a positive impact.

5. Melinda French Gates: Advancing Gender Equality

As co-chair of the Gates Foundation, Melinda French Gates has been a driving force behind efforts to promote gender equality and empower women. Her philanthropic journey focuses on addressing the barriers that limit opportunities for women and girls worldwide.

Melinda’s Philanthropic Focus:

She launched the Equality Can’t Wait Initiative, a campaign aimed at advancing gender equality by 2030.

The Gates Foundation funds programs for maternal health, family planning, and women’s education.

Through her book "The Moment of Lift," Melinda shares stories of women whose lives have been transformed through empowerment.

Melinda’s work emphasizes that equality and empowerment are essential elements of global progress.

6. Elon Musk: Supporting Sustainability and Innovation

While known for his role in leading technological innovations, Elon Musk has also made significant philanthropic contributions. Musk’s philanthropy aligns with his vision of a sustainable future, focusing on clean energy and space exploration.

Musk’s Contributions:

Musk donated millions to COVID-19 relief efforts during the pandemic.

Through the Musk Foundation, he supports renewable energy projects, educational programs in science and engineering, and disaster response efforts.

Musk also pledged to donate $6 billion to address world hunger if the UN’s World Food Program provided a clear implementation plan.

Musk’s story demonstrates how philanthropy can align with business innovation, creating a better future for humanity.

7. Mackenzie Scott: Transformative, No-Strings-Attached Giving

Mackenzie Scott, author and former wife of Jeff Bezos, has redefined modern philanthropy by giving away billions without restrictions. Her transformative giving focuses on empowering organizations to use the funds as they see fit, trusting them to create meaningful impact.

Scott’s Unique Approach:

Scott has donated over $12 billion to hundreds of organizations, including historically Black colleges, food banks, and women’s shelters.

She emphasizes equity and inclusivity, focusing on nonprofits that often receive less attention from traditional donors.

Scott’s philanthropic strategy is notable for its speed and flexibility, making significant donations without bureaucratic red tape.

Her story shows how trust-based philanthropy can empower organizations to act quickly and effectively.

A Legacy of Giving

The stories of these successful professionals demonstrate that philanthropy is not just about wealth—it’s about purpose, passion, and legacy. From tackling global health challenges to empowering women and combating hunger, these individuals show that giving back enriches both the giver and the recipient.

Their journeys reveal that philanthropy offers more than financial returns; it provides personal fulfillment, builds meaningful connections, and leaves a lasting impact on society. These professionals remind us that success is not complete without giving back, and their efforts inspire others to embrace the power of generosity.

In the end, the most meaningful legacy any professional can leave is not just measured in business achievements but in the lives they’ve touched and the change they’ve inspired. Whether through personal initiatives or large-scale foundations, the power of giving back lies in its ability to transform both the world and the individual behind the act.

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Bill Gates rates Nigeria’s tax collection rate, says it’s too low

American billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates has described Nigeria’s tax collection as ‘pretty low’. The co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation addressed attendees at Nutrivision 2024, a pan-African youth dialogue on nutrition held in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria on Tuesday. During the event, Gates responded to a question regarding potential financing mechanisms that the Federal…

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Dr. Calestous Juma (June 9, 1953 - December 15, 2017) was a Kenyan scientist and university scholar who focused on sustainable development. He served as a Professor of the Practice of International Development and Director of the Science, Technology, and Globalization Project at the Harvard Kennedy School. He served as the director for the Agricultural Innovation in Africa Project funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. He was born in Busia village to John Kwada Juma and Clementina Nabwire and grew up in Port Victoria, Kenya. He attended Port Victoria Secondary School and Egoji Teachers’ Training College in Kenya. He taught science in Mombasa, Kenya, and wrote for the Daily Nation newspaper. He became the first full-time environment and science correspondent for the newspaper.

He became a researcher and editor for the Environment Liaison Centre. He enrolled at the University of Sussex with a full scholarship, receiving an MS in Science, Technology, and Industrialization and a Ph.D. in Science and Technology Policy.

He advocated for the use of technology and innovation for development. He established Africa’s first science policy think tank African Centre for Technology Studies. At ACTS, he led a study called Economic Reform and Environment in Africa. This research was highlighted in some of his first works Long-Run Economics: An Evolutionary Approach to Economic Growth and The Gene Hunters: Biotechnology and the Scramble for Seeds.

He moved to Montreal to serve as the UN Convention on Biological Diversity's first executive director. He moved to Harvard to continue his work. There he created a UN task force that developed ways in which the developing world can attain Millennium Development Goals through technology and science. He served at the US National Academy of Sciences as the Global Challenges and Biotechnology chair and served as co-chair of the African Union High-Level Panel on Modern Biotechnology. One of his last works, before he passed, was Innovation and Its Enemies: Why People Resist New Technologies.

He is survived by his wife Alison Field-Juma, and his son. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence

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Melinda French Gates to give $1 billion to women's rights groups

The 59-year-old says her decision to donate $1 billion was in part due to the racial gap in women's mortality rates. She most recently stepped down as co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. https://www.npr.org/2024/05/28/nx-s1-4983841/melinda-gates-1-billion-donation-womens-rights-groups?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=tumblr

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Melinda French Gates resigns from Gates Foundation, 3 years after her divorce from Bill Gates

Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year]   NEW YORK (AP) — Melinda French Gates will step down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the nonprofit she and her ex-husband Bill Gates founded and built into one of the world’s largest philanthropic organizations over the past 20 years. “This is not a decision I came to lightly,” French Gates posted on the X…

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Melinda Gates Resigns from Gates Foundation, Set to Launch New Charity with $12.5 Billion

In a significant shift of leadership within the philanthropic world, Melinda Gates, the former wife of billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates, has made headlines with her decision to step down from her position as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Key Highlights: Resignation from Gates Foundation: Melinda Gates, co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has announced her…

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Melinda French Gates Resigns as Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

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Melinda Gates Resigns as Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation | The Gateway Pundit | by Jim Hᴏft

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Melinda Gates Resigns as Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation | The Gateway Pundit | by Jim Hᴏft

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Pro-Palestinian protesters are backed by a surprising source: Biden’s biggest donors

Some of the most outspoken groups against Biden and Israel get funding from foundations attached to some of the biggest names in Democratic circles.

President Joe Biden has been dogged for months by pro-Palestinian protesters calling him “Genocide Joe” — but some of the groups behind the demonstrations receive financial backing from philanthropists pushing hard for his reelection.

The donors include some of the biggest names in Democratic circles: Soros, Rockefeller and Pritzker, according to a POLITICO analysis.

Two of the organizers supporting the protests at Columbia University and on other campuses are Jewish Voice for Peace and IfNotNow. Both are supported by the Tides Foundation, which is seeded by Democratic megadonor George Soros and was previously supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. It in turn supports numerous small nonprofits that work for social change.

Soros declined to comment, but a spokesperson with the Open Society Foundations, of which Soros is the founder and chairman, said in a statement that it “has funded a broad spectrum of US groups that have advocated for the rights of Palestinians and Israelis and for peaceful resolution to the conflict in Israel.” The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which has previously funded the Tides Foundation and other groups, said it no longer has active grants to Tides. It also does not support Jewish Voice for Peace or IfNotNow.

Another notable Democratic donor whose philanthropy has helped fund the protest movement is David Rockefeller Jr., who sits on the board of the Rockefeller Brothers Fund. It has given nearly $500,000 directly to Jewish Voice for Peace, which explicitly describes itself as anti-Zionist, over the past five years. Rockefeller Brothers has separately given grants to both the Tides Foundation and the Tides Center.

Several other groups involved in pro-Palestinian protests are backed by a foundation funded by Susan and Nick Pritzker, heir to the Hyatt Hotel empire — and supporters of Biden and numerous Democratic campaigns, including $6,600 to the Biden Victory Fund a few months ago and more than $300,000 during the 2020 campaign.

The trail of donations shows a series of blurred lines when it comes to liberal causes and Democratic politics. The money is sometimes, but not always, directed toward specific issues — even if it is, it contributes to an organization’s larger pool of funds, which could go toward opposing causes. Often, missions between the donors and nonprofits are aligned, but they also sometimes have different and — particularly when it comes to Gaza — conflicting agendas and tactics. And a small group of wealthy heavyweights are often playing an outsize role funding many of them.

But as protester tactics have grown more intense, like taking over university buildings and shouting antisemitic remarks, the groups behind them are now attracting criticism from prominent donors on the left.

“Why [is the Rockefeller Fund] giving significant grants to Jewish Voice for Peace, [which] blamed the horrific Oct. 7 attacks on Israel and the United States rather than Hamas?” said Elisha Wiesel, a Democratic donor who chairs the Elie Wiesel Foundation, an organization that supports anti-genocide work.

Jewish Voice for Peace, which did not return a request for comment, has been a leader in disruptive protests against Biden, including shouting “genocide supporter” at his glitzy fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall in New York in March. It protests on campuses across the country, and its statement immediately following the Oct. 7 attacks said that “the source of all this violence” was “Israeli apartheid and occupation — and United States complicity in that oppression.”

The complex funding system in the nonprofit space sometimes means that groups are funded by grants — or even subgrants — from a larger organization that isn’t involved in granular, day-to-day management of an activist group’s work. In a statement to POLITICO, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund noted it cannot support political activity or campaigns and is not involved in the personal political giving of trustees.

“Our grantees in all three portfolios support a broad range of policy ideas—some align with the Biden administration’s agenda and others conflict. This complexity is part and parcel of our nonpartisan work,” said Sarah Edkins, the fund’s communications director, in a statement.

Some advisers to left-leaning causes say that’s just part of the way things work when it comes to philanthropic giving.

“There may be times where a donor may give to an organization or candidate that sometimes does something that clashes with their personal view,” said Kevin Conlon, who has been a bundler for Biden as well as for Democratic presidential candidates Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, and now advises nonprofits.

Still, some donors say they feel conflicted as they watch the protests unfold.

“We’re hearing from folks who want to make sure that their dollars aren’t supporting people who are supporting Hamas and shouting antisemitic things,” said Daniel Goldwin, public affairs executive director of the Jewish United Fund in Chicago, which issues grants to small local nonprofits and to larger national nonprofits. “If it’s an organization they’ve been giving to for a long time, we encourage them to call and communicate their concerns.”

Biden is struggling to regain support from young people, who went overwhelmingly for him in 2020, and the protests may complicate that effort. As Israel faces increasing criticism from around the world amid the high numbers of civilian casualties in Gaza, demonstrations in the United States are only growing more intense. Those at Columbia University, in particular, have emerged as a thorn in the side of Biden, who finally weighed in on them on Thursday.

“Destroying property is not a peaceful protest, it’s against the law,” Biden said. “Vandalism, trespassing, breaking windows, shutting down campuses, forcing the cancellation of classes and graduation, none of this is a peaceful protest.”

Some Democrats are downplaying the protests as a problem for Biden.

“Elections aren’t determined on foreign policy issues,” said Jill Zipin, co-founder and chair of Democratic Jewish Outreach Pennsylvania, a political action committee that works to elect Democrats in Pennsylvania. “The protest movement and the encampments probably won’t be an issue in November, but it’s really hard to say because things can change quickly.”

The liability for Biden could be more pronounced if the protests continue throughout the summer and fall, as the election draws closer.

“If it continues through November, then yes, it’s likely to be more salient,” said Omar Wasow, a scholar who studies protest movements and their political effects. “And if it somehow winds down, you see Americans don’t care a lot about foreign policy, and it’s likely to not to play out in the election.”

Many of the nonprofits that receive grants that are now involved in the protests also have missions that are mostly unrelated to foreign policy. But as the conflict in the Middle East takes up a greater space at the center of the nation’s political debates, nonprofits with other missions have been drawn to the cause.

“A lot of our members are supporting actions that are trying to hold Biden accountable, which is not the same thing as opposing Biden. It’s saying we desperately don’t want the alternative,” said Barni Qaasim, a spokesperson for Solidaire Action, a group that funds social justice movements.

Solidaire has received financial support from the Pritzkers, who also founded the Libra Foundation, which funds smaller nonprofits that address criminal justice, environmental and gender justice issues. Susan Pritzker declined to comment for this story. Some of the groups funded by Libra have also been involved in protests against Israel’s response to the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas.

For instance, The Climate Justice Alliance took part in pro-Palestinian marches that have used the phrase “Genocide Joe.” Black Organizing for Leadership and Dignity, another group backed by the Libra Foundation, promotes pro-Palestinian demonstrations on its website. And a third, the Immigrant Defense Project, was part of a protest in Washington that saw 13 activists arrested by Capitol police after demanding a permanent cease-fire in Gaza.

The Tides Foundation, funded by the Prizkers, has also supported the Adalah Justice Project, which has also been part of protests at Columbia University. The group wrote on X, formerly Twitter, that “universities are hedge funds, deeply embedded with weapons manufacturers.” Tides also supports Palestine Legal, a legal defense fund that is offers legal assistance to “students mobilizing against genocide.”

The Tides Foundation issued a statement about funding groups that protest, saying it is “committed to advancing social justice,” adding that its “community of fiscally sponsored projects, donors, and grantees represent a wide range of perspectives on what social justice looks like.”

Palestine Legal has been a fiscally sponsored project of the Tides Center since 2013, and Adalah Justice Project since 2016, according to a spokesperson. Jewish Voice for Peace and IfNotNow “are grantee partners.”

Some donors may use this moment to reevaluate where their money goes, something that Conlon, the Democratic bundler, acknowledged.

“They might be less inclined to give [in the future] if they feel strongly about it. Inevitably, there will be conflicts,” he said. “You’re not going to sync perfectly all the time.”

CORRECTION: An earlier version of this report misstated that The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation seeds the Tides Foundation’s work. It no longer has active grants to Tides. It also said POLITICO contacted Gates. POLITICO contacted an agency that has represented the Gates Foundation but did not reach out directly to Gates. It said IfNotNow was one of two of the main organizations behind the protests. IfNotNow is supporting protests, but students are leading them. And it misstated the year Rockefeller Brothers Fund donated to Tides and that the donations to Jewish Voice for Peace went through an intermediary. The donations to Tides took place prior to 2022, and the Fund directly contributed to Jewish Voice for Peace.

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We’re announcing three new members to our Board of Directors as a first step towards our commitment to expansion: Dr. Sue Desmond-Hellmann, former CEO of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Nicole Seligman, former EVP and General Counsel at Sony Corporation and Fidji Simo, CEO and Chair of Instacart. Additionally, Sam Altman, CEO, will rejoin the OpenAI Board of Directors.

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I’ve Spent Billions on Interventions in Nigeria – Bill Gates

The Co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Bill Gates says Nigeria gets the largest intervention fund spent by the foundation in Africa. Gates said this during an interview session with selected journalists on the sidelines of the 2024 NutriVision Dialogue on Tuesday in Abuja. According to him, helping reduce health inequality globally is the top priority of the foundation, including…