又一富豪退出基金会游戏：美国慈善的信任危机

Core Points - The Wayfarer Foundation, established by billionaire Steve Sarowitz, announced its closure due to ongoing legal disputes and threats related to a lawsuit involving actors Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively [2][3][7] - Prior to the closure, the foundation was actively hiring and planning events, indicating a stable operation [2][3] - Sarowitz cited the need for flexibility and efficiency in charitable giving as a reason for transitioning to private donations through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) [4][15] Summary by Sections Foundation Operations - The Wayfarer Foundation was funded entirely by Sarowitz, who invested approximately $160 million since its inception in 2021, distributing nearly $60 million to over 200 nonprofit organizations [7][14] - The foundation aimed to support organizations focused on social justice and empowerment of minority groups, with plans to allocate nearly $40 million in 2023 [14][15] Legal Issues and Threats - The closure was precipitated by threats against Sarowitz and his family, including an incident involving arson and extortion related to the lawsuit filed by Lively against Baldoni and Sarowitz [3][9] - The lawsuit alleged sexual harassment and retaliation, which both Baldoni and Sarowitz denied, leading to a counter-suit for defamation [6][12] Impact on Nonprofits - The abrupt closure of the foundation has left over 150 funded organizations in a precarious position, as many relied heavily on the foundation's support [8][17] - Experts noted that the sudden shutdown of a foundation typically takes years, and the immediate impact on nonprofits could be severe [8][17] Future Plans - Sarowitz plans to continue supporting nonprofits personally but has not disclosed specific future funding amounts or recipients [16][17] - The transition to private donations through DAFs allows for more discretion and less bureaucratic oversight in charitable giving [4][15]