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science1 day ago•7 min saved

Scientists Reeling as Epstein Associations Surface in Donor Fallout

Newly released Epstein files show extensive ties to scientists, triggering resignations and investigations. Notable cases include Jack Horner losing his position at Chapman University after visiting Epstein in 2012, and Columbia University’s Richard Axel stepping down from a leadership role. The disclosures also scrutinize donations from Epstein to MIT and other institutions, while Columbia disciplines a dentist and an associate over Epstein‑linked admissions. The files’ contents have not been independently verified by Nature.

via Nature|

#academia #donations #epstein

entertainment4 days ago•14 min saved

GoFundMe for Eric Dane’s Daughters Paused for Verification Amid Fundraising Scrutiny

A GoFundMe fundraiser titled “In the Honor of Eric Dane” to support the actor’s teenage daughters is under review by GoFundMe’s Trust and Safety team, who are verifying the organizers and whether proceeds will benefit the family. Funds are being held during the review. About 2,700 donors have contributed nearly $300,000 toward a $500,000 goal. The page lists the organizer as “Friends of the Dane Family” with no named beneficiary, raising questions about who will receive the money. Dane’s family has not publicly commented, while notable donors include Sam Levinson and others.

via Rolling Stone|

#donations #entertainment #eric-dane

education9 days ago•10 min saved

Wexner’s Epstein Ties Put OSU’s Donor Legacy in the Spotlight

A long-form piece ties Les Wexner to Jeffrey Epstein, detailing Epstein’s control over parts of Wexner’s wealth, Wexner’s substantial donations to Ohio State University (including naming rights on OSU facilities and a new hospital), and renewed pressure as lawmakers seek his deposition and as survivors and critics push to remove his name; Wexner denies knowledge of Epstein’s crimes and says he cut ties in 2007, while OSU faces lawsuits and scrutiny over past donors.

via The Guardian|

#donations #education #jeffrey-epstein

canada12 days ago•6 min saved

Nationwide solidarity as Tumbler Ridge grapples with school shooting

A mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia left eight people dead, prompting a wave of national support—from grief counsellors and therapy animals to hotels and donations—as neighbouring communities mobilize resources to help the small town cope with unimaginable loss and begin the healing process.

via The Guardian|

#canada #community-support #donations

local17 days ago•1 min saved

Apple the Yorkie: Rapid Recovery After Cruelty, Love Wins

Apple the Yorkie, rescued from cruelty, has dramatically improved in a week: she’s gained weight on a careful refeeding plan, is playful and affectionate, and has had encouraging initial vet results; a follow-up check is planned, and donations support her care while Humane Rescue Alliance investigates her abuser; updates will be posted by Miri’s Haven Senior Dog Rescue.

via PoPville|

#animal-cruelty #dog-rescue #donations

business19 days ago•14 min saved

MacKenzie Scott Bets Big Again With $59M Gift to NAMI After Bezos-Sanchez Wedding

MacKenzie Scott donated $59 million to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on Jan. 30, continuing a sustained philanthropy that also included a $45 million gift to The Trevor Project earlier in January. The piece notes she gave $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025 and that, after her divorce, her net worth is about $32.5 billion, while Jeff Bezos’s is around $230.2 billion. The article also references a legal dispute involving Lauren Sánchez’s brother.

via SheKnows|

#business #donations #jeff-bezos

lifestyle1 month ago•40 min saved

Seven Donations Thrift Stores Won’t Take—and How to Handle Them Instead

Thrift stores often reject certain donations due to safety or hygiene concerns, including knives, car seats and strollers, partially used cosmetics, bike helmets, reusable grocery bags, broken mirrors, and old vacuum cleaners. The piece explains why these items are discarded and offers alternatives such as recycling or donating to specialized programs, upcycling containers, repairing or repurposing items for home use, or handing them off to family or friends who can use them.

via Yahoo|

#donations #hygiene #lifestyle

business1 month ago•3 min saved

Costco’s Return System Keeps Goods Circulating, Not Going to Waste

Costco experiences a high return rate (about 15–20% of purchases) driven by its generous policy, with an estimated $40–$54 billion in returns in 2025. About 12 processing facilities sort thousands of returns daily, routing items back to shelves, to third‑party liquidators, or to charities and recycling streams. Roughly 70% of returns are sent back to stores, while items posing health risks or too hard to recycle may be discarded or landfilled. The system aims to recover value and maintain trust, offering advantages in resale and refurbishment compared with many retailers.

via The Takeout|

#business #costco #donations

arts-and-culture1 month ago•2 min saved

Washington National Opera returns to Lisner Auditorium as it parts ways with Kennedy Center

The Washington National Opera is relocating spring performances from the Kennedy Center to Lisner Auditorium at George Washington University and other D.C.-area venues due to financial constraints tied to Kennedy Center leadership changes; donations surged after the split, the company plans a full 2026–27 season announcement (including West Side Story and the gala), and tickets go on sale Jan. 23.

via WTOP|

#arts-and-culture #donations #george-washington-university

local1 month ago•2 min saved

Minneapolis community pushes back as ICE entry blocked at local pizza joint

ICE agents attempted to enter Wrecktangle Pizza in Minneapolis’ LynLake area, but staff and residents blocked the entry and the agents left after a confrontation in which chemical irritants were used. The incident followed a fundraiser at the restaurant that raised over $83,000 for nonprofits and included pizza donations for people affected by the increased ICE presence. Nearby businesses and residents organized support for immigrant neighbors, underscoring a united community stance against intensified ICE actions.

via CBS News|

#community #donations #ice

entertainment1 month ago•3 min saved

Fans rally to help Mickey Rourke avoid eviction amid financial struggles

Fans of Mickey Rourke have raised nearly $80,000 through a GoFundMe campaign to help him avoid eviction from his Beverly Grove home, where he owes around $59,100 in back rent. The fundraiser aims to provide Rourke with stability during a difficult period marked by financial and health struggles, highlighting the ongoing support from his fans and the community.

via Los Angeles Times|

#celebrity-support #donations #entertainment

social-impact2 months ago•16 min saved

Transparent Charities Show Donors Exactly How Their Contributions Change Lives

The article highlights how targeted, direct donations to families in need, facilitated by nonprofits like Giving Grace and Family-to-Family, are making a tangible difference in people's lives by providing specific aid and fostering community support, especially during economic hardships.

via CNN|

#community-support #donations #personal-stories

sports2 months ago•3 min saved

Georgia Tech Athletics Secures $20 Million in Donations for Growth

Georgia Tech athletics received two $10 million anonymous gifts, boosting their fundraising efforts for the Full Steam Ahead initiative, which aims to elevate their sports programs, especially football, with over $90 million raised since October 2024 towards a $500 million goal, supporting major renovations and investments in facilities and staff.

via Georgia Tech Athletics|

#athletics #donations #football

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Warren Buffett Announces Retirement and Major Philanthropic Shift

Warren Buffett plans to donate over $1.3 billion of Berkshire Hathaway shares to family foundations, intends to increase his charitable giving during his lifetime, and will step back from public communications and his role as CEO, passing leadership to Greg Abel.

via Bloomberg.com|

#berkshire-hathaway #business #charitable-foundations

politics3 months ago•4 min saved

Senators' Pay During Shutdown: Who Continues to Receive Checks?

During the government shutdown, at least 55 of the 100 U.S. senators are either not accepting their paychecks or are donating their salaries to charity, as a gesture of empathy and solidarity with furloughed federal workers, though some still receive their salaries due to financial needs or political messaging.

via abcnews.go.com|

#congress #donations #furlough