Targeted by Trump, Soros’ foundation answers with a $30 million bet on fighting antisemitism—and Islamophobia
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Open Society Foundations, the family philanthropy founded by hedge fund billionaire George Soros, is putting $30 million toward groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate over the next three years. The major human rights funder pledged Wednesday to strengthen interfaith partnerships and protect those facing heightened threats in response to the rising levels of hate against both Jewish and Muslim communities, coinciding with the Israel-Hamas war and the current fragile ceasefire.
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Main Idea: Open Society Foundations is investing $30 million over three years to support efforts against antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate, while also backing interfaith work and free speech.
Key Points:
- The funding will go to groups that work on education, trust-building, and protection for Jewish and Muslim communities.
- Open Society said the move responds to rising hate linked to the Israel-Hamas war and other conflicts in the Middle East.
- The foundation’s announcement comes as George Soros and the group remain a target of attacks from Donald Trump and conservative critics.
- Jewish Council for Public Affairs and other grantees say fighting antisemitism and Islamophobia together is important because the two forms of hate are connected.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The funding could highlight how hate and political fights are rising, which may leave Jewish and Muslim communities feeling less safe in schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods.
Positive Impact
The $30 million effort could support anti-hate education and local groups, helping communities build trust and reduce discrimination.
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