Philanthropy – MOSAEC

Art World Celebrates the Frick Collection’s Long-Awaited Opening Gala

A joyous reunion for art lovers at the Frick Collection’s gala offered a private viewing of iconic works from the 14th through the 19th centuries.

By Rachel Sherman

Deaths (Obituaries) Libraries and Librarians New York Public Library Philanthropy Polonsky Foundation Polonsky Shakespeare Center Polonsky, Leonard S. (1927-2025)

Leonard Polonsky, Philanthropist Who Supported the Arts, Dies at 97

After making a fortune in financial services, he funded the arts and made historical artifacts and documents widely available to the public.

By Ash Wu

Artificial Intelligence Bowdoin College Colleges and Universities Hastings, Reed High Net Worth Individuals Netflix Inc Philanthropy

Netflix’s Reed Hastings Gives $50 Million to Bowdoin for A.I. Program

The Netflix co-founder said he wanted his alma mater to become a leader in studying the consequences, and guiding beneficial uses, of artificial intelligence.

By Natasha Singer

Alternative and Renewable Energy Breakthrough Energy Coalition Gates, Bill Global Warming Grants (Corporate and Foundation) Greenhouse Gas Emissions Philanthropy Presidential Election of 2024 Trump, Donald J

Climate Group Funded by Bill Gates Slashes Staff in Major Retreat

Breakthrough Energy, an umbrella group for energy and environmental efforts funded by Mr. Gates, is resetting for the Trump era.

By David Gelles and Theodore Schleifer