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Open Society Foundations
The Open Society Foundations was established in 1979 by George Soros to help countries make the transition from communism.
The mission of the foundation is to work to build vibrant and tolerant society whose governments are accountable and open to the participation of the people. They seek to strengthen the rule of law, to shape public policies, to implement innitiatives, and to build alliances across borders and continents.
Working in various parts of the worl, the foundation places high priority on protecting and improving lives of people in marginalized communities.
Web Address
www.soros.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @opensociety
Facebook - www.facebook.com/OpenSocietyFoundations
The mission of the foundation is to work to build vibrant and tolerant society whose governments are accountable and open to the participation of the people. They seek to strengthen the rule of law, to shape public policies, to implement innitiatives, and to build alliances across borders and continents.
Working in various parts of the worl, the foundation places high priority on protecting and improving lives of people in marginalized communities.
Web Address
www.soros.org
Social Media Links
Twitter - @opensociety
Facebook - www.facebook.com/OpenSocietyFoundations
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Foundation Adrift: The Casey Foundation Today
Foundation: Casey Family Programs, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Open Society Institute, Annie E. Casey Foundation, Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, Weinberg Foundation, Open Society Foundations
... for the Annie E. Casey Foundation, some feel it was not enough to protect Mr. Casey's legacy from the philanthropic sector's strong leftward...more
Foundation: Casey Family Programs, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Marguerite Casey Foundation, Open Society Institute, Annie E. Casey Foundation, Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, Weinberg Foundation, Open Society Foundations
... for the Annie E. Casey Foundation, some feel it was not enough to protect Mr. Casey's legacy from the philanthropic sector's strong leftward...more
Applications Open for the 2020 New York Portfolio Review
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
This year there will be travel grants to assist between 15 and 20 participants to attend the review, thanks to the generosity of Prince Claus Fund,...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
This year there will be travel grants to assist between 15 and 20 participants to attend the review, thanks to the generosity of Prince Claus Fund,...more
Open Society Foundations Name Head of Culture and Art Program
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
Rashida Bumbray to lead new program dedicated to advancing diverse ... Creative Time (2012–2014), and the Duke Ellington School of the...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
Rashida Bumbray to lead new program dedicated to advancing diverse ... Creative Time (2012–2014), and the Duke Ellington School of the...more
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Foundation: Open Society Foundations
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Foundation: Open Society Foundations
The platform helped people get started with impact investing, offering “an ... Global consultancy Palladium has announced its first impact...more
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Foundation: Open Society Foundations
India Delivers a Case Study in Successful Impact Investing ... As a result, impact investment is at risk of becoming a generic term for any use of...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
India Delivers a Case Study in Successful Impact Investing ... As a result, impact investment is at risk of becoming a generic term for any use of...more
LGT acquires Aspada from Soros to expand Lightstone impact investing platform
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
LGT acquired the stake from the Soros Economic Development Fund, the impact investing arm of financier George Soros' Open Society...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
LGT acquired the stake from the Soros Economic Development Fund, the impact investing arm of financier George Soros' Open Society...more
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Foundation: Open Society Foundations
Its achievements notwithstanding, and they are many, philanthropy has little it ... The philanthropic community needs clear policies on addressing...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
Its achievements notwithstanding, and they are many, philanthropy has little it ... The philanthropic community needs clear policies on addressing...more
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Foundation: Open Society Foundations
Soros is well known for his philanthropy, having given away more than $32 billion (R450 billion), according to his personal website. He has...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
Soros is well known for his philanthropy, having given away more than $32 billion (R450 billion), according to his personal website. He has...more
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Foundation: Open Society Foundations
the Blue Haven Initiative, an impact investment organisation. “We thought it would be a good idea,” Simmons explained by phone as he waited out...more
Foundation: Open Society Foundations
the Blue Haven Initiative, an impact investment organisation. “We thought it would be a good idea,” Simmons explained by phone as he waited out...more
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Foundation: Ford Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, Open Society Foundations
That increased investment from philanthropy has been crucial for the coordinated network of advocacy groups across the country. Major...more
Foundation: Ford Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, Open Society Foundations
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