OSF Featured in Enterprise for Utilizing Storytelling in the Grantmaking Process
Release Date:
04/13/2015
OSF Director, Brett Davidson, cautions against dishonest narratives.
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04/07/2015
The National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy annually honors funders for their high-impact grantmaking.
Conservative Publications Accuse OSF of 'Bankrolling' Ferguson Protests
Release Date:
03/30/2015
The foundation donated $33 million to social justice organizations that arranged protests and rallies in Ferguson.
OSF Weighs in on High Cost of Heroin Overdose Treatment Drug
Release Date:
03/25/2015
The cost of the drug Naloxone has doubled in the last year.
National Journal Notes Ford, Open Society Role in Net Neutrality Victory
Release Date:
03/13/2015
New rules—adopted last month by the Federal Communications Commission and released Thursday—classify broadband providers in the same category as phone service providers, allowing the government to regulate them more strictly.
For Women, the World Remains an Extremely Dangerous Place
Release Date:
03/11/2015
OSF Senior Legal Officer, Kelly Askin, examines the prevalence of sexual violence against women.
Young Men of Color Initiative Details Its Investments
Release Date:
03/03/2015
OSF and Atlantic are among funders taking action to improve life outcomes for boys and men of color in the United States.
OSF and Ford Praised by de Blasio for Internet Accessibility Work
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02/12/2015
OSF and Ford are among the funders who are partnering for the NetGain initiative.
Ford, OSF and Others Join Forces to Safeguard Internet Liberties
Release Date:
02/05/2015
The new coalition will be called NetGain and will work to create an Internet-based public sphere.
Bold Stories For Big Challenges
Release Date:
12/17/2013
Working Narratives' Paul VanDeCarr provides a recap of our PNY event on how foundations can use diverse types of storytelling for greater impact.
For Profound Change in America, Think Local
Release Date:
01/29/2014
Open Society Foundations' Kenneth Zimmerman shares the latest news about the Open Places Initiative — a multi-year effort to promote real and sustainable opportunities for civic, economic and political change in local communities.
For the Success of Boys and Men of Color, A Call to Action
Release Date:
02/14/2014
Open Society Foundations' Kenneth Zimmerman talks about the landscape of philanthropic projects designed to support young men of color and help them reach their full potential.
How To Grow and Activate Your Audience On YouTube
Release Date:
03/12/2014
Brett Davidson, the Director of the Health Media Initiative at the Open Society Foundations, discusses how online video can be used as a powerful tool for promoting causes and connecting a wide array of audiences to nonprofits.
President’s Changes on Immigration Mobilize Nonprofits, Foundations
Release Date:
12/17/2014
Ford, Carnegie and OSF among funders to assist immigrants eligible for temporary legal status.
Foundations Work Together to Improve Broadband Service in Low-Income Communities
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12/10/2014
Ford and OSF among partners in Next Century Cities initiative.
The Ploughshares Fund Strives to Create a Nuclear-Free World
Release Date:
11/17/2014
The fund is backed by Open Society Institute, Carnegie Corporation of New York, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation and Rockefeller Brothers Fund, among others.
Four Freedoms Fund Names New Director
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11/14/2014
Anita Khashu has been appointed Director of Four Freedoms Fund.
Open Society Foundations Announces $50 Million Gift to ACLU
Release Date:
11/07/2014
The money will go towards the ACLU's effort to overhaul the justice system.
OSF Backed Nonprofit Helping India Move to a Low-Carbon Energy Economy
Release Date:
11/03/2014
The Climate Policy Initiative, funded by the Open Society Foundations, is working to save India $600 billion in 20 years.
Smaller High Schools and Outside Funding Increase Graduation Rates, Test Scores and College Enrollment
Release Date:
10/17/2014
Foundations like Carnegie Corporation of New York and Open Society are major supporters of these small high school programs.