"Not Standard Corporate Philanthropy." Progressive Values Drive the Amalgamated Charitable Foundation

"Not Standard Corporate Philanthropy." Progressive Values Drive the Amalgamated Charitable Foundation

Amalgamated Bank has been around for a century, while the Amalgamated Charitable Foundation only got started in 2018. But both organizations bring a progressivism to their offerings that’s unusual in corporate giving.

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A Conversation with Ares Charitable Foundation’s Michelle Armstrong

A Conversation with Ares Charitable Foundation’s Michelle Armstrong

What’s it like to build up a corporate foundation from scratch? That’s the task Michelle Armstrong has faced at the philanthropic arm of alternative finance firm Ares Management Corporation.

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Five Reasons Corporate Philanthropy Remains a Mystery

Five Reasons Corporate Philanthropy Remains a Mystery

Corporations tend to do a lot of talking about their giving. But when it comes time to drill into the specifics, up-to-date information and real transparency are often nowhere to be found.

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The 14 Most Important Players in Corporate Philanthropy

 The 14 Most Important Players in Corporate Philanthropy

For all the hype corporate giving can generate, getting a handle on it isn’t easy. Still, there are some clear leaders, encompassing the nation’s biggest banks, tech giants, pharmaceutical companies and retailers.

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How the American Century Investments Foundation Supports Kansas City, Missouri

How the American Century Investments Foundation Supports Kansas City, Missouri

America Century Investments is a financial company with a charitable foundation based in Kansas City, Missouri. Here are some details to know about this corporate funder and its approach to grantmaking.

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A Look at How the Majestic Realty Foundation Supports Los Angeles Nonprofits

A Look at How the Majestic Realty Foundation Supports Los Angeles Nonprofits

Majestic Realty launched the Majestic Realty Foundation in 2002 to improve quality of life in communities where it maintains a business presence. Here are a few things Los Angeles grantseekers should know.

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