Guided by his philosophy of “giving without taking,” Thomas Jacob empowers reentry students through scholarships, mentorship, and life skills training, turning second chances into lifelong opportunities.
Browsing: Philanthropy
Indian American community is one of the biggest donors for Philanthropic activities both in the United States and India. Get to know the people of Indian origin who involve in Philanthropy and see how they make valuable investments.
MacKenzie Scott donates a transformational $70 million to UNCF’s pooled endowment fund, significantly boosting support for historically Black colleges and universities nationwide.
Amar Mukunda, U.S. Army Reservist and gun violence prevention advocate, launches Democratic bid for Maryland’s District 39, prioritizing affordability, youth safety, and community-focused leadership.
The World Food Movement (WFM) launches its U.S. student and community feeding program at NJPAC Newark, uniting leaders to promote nutrition, dignity, and nationwide wellbeing.
An alumnus of IIT Roorkee, Saxena is a pioneering force in the global EdTech space, first gaining recognition as the co-founder of Vedantu
Chitra and Panneer Selvam’s gift will expand research opportunities in the high-impact area of computer modeling and computational mechanics
The Trump administration moves to restrict Public Service Loan Forgiveness, sparking controversy over ideological limits on debt relief for public service workers in education, healthcare, and nonprofits.
The Gates Foundation seems to be investing heavily in women’s health. The charitable organization has announced a new $2.5 billion pledge through 2030 for women’s health initiatives worldwide
At a first-of-its-kind Microsoft-led workshop, over 130 rural educators in Karnataka were introduced to AI tools, bridging the digital divide and igniting a grassroots revolution in education.
Melinda Gates, ex-wife of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates refuses to fund her daughter’s ventures.
Warren Buffett reportedly donated on Friday another $6 billion of Berkshire Hathaway stock to the Gates Foundation and four family charities
Indian “business leader is strongly committed to expanding philanthropy’s reach and impact, in India and around the world”
Empowering more than 930 students, the Prem Reddy Foundation has committed over $2 million to the future of healthcare
Indian American couple Bharat Desai and Neerja Sethi among 11 new signatories — eight couples and three individuals — to the global philanthropic initiative
Anand Giridharadas, Mukesh and Nita Ambani, Azim Premji and Nikhil Kamath among “singular figures who are shaping the future of giving”
The WHO chief on Monday appealed to member countries to support its “extremely modest” request for a $2.1 billion annual budget
CRY America, a non-profit aiming to help children in India and the U.S. develop to their full potential and realize their dreams, has raised $1.4 million through its 2025 Gala series held across six cities. The funds will be directed towards ensuring children’s rights to a happy, healthy & educated life, according to a press release.
This year’s event to propel India’s development witnessed an overwhelming wave of support from the Indian American community
Indian American executive has over 20 years of experience in community development finance and innovation to drive social change
In an exclusive interview with The American Bazaar, Shaunya Kumar, founder of Rural Literacy Empowerment, shares her inspiration and challenges behind starting a non-profit for underserved students in India
Gathering of changemakers in Abu Dhabi and Dubai leverages the shared expertise and power of Indian communities worldwide
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Nita Ambani spoke at the India Conference at Harvard 2025, sharing her journey in creating world-class institutions, her hopes for India to host the Olympics and much more
After raising $158,000 at a recent gala, Bloom Charity plans to raise $500,00 to $1million for children in war-ravaged territory
Through its initiatives, TiE Boston aims to empower entrepreneurs and create long-term value for the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Dr. Balasubramaniam, a physician, author, and founder of the Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement, discusses his latest book on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, leadership lessons from India, and the challenges facing the NGO sector.