Donald J. Trump Foundation

Donald J. Trump Foundation was a private foundation established by Donald Trump in 1987, with the primary goal of supporting various charitable causes, including those related to Children's Miracle Network, United Way, and American Red Cross. The foundation was also known to have donated to organizations such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and Catholic Charities USA. Over the years, the foundation received contributions from Ivanka Trump, Eric Trump, and Donald Trump Jr., among others. The foundation's activities were often publicized through Twitter and other social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram.

● History

The foundation was established in 1987 by Donald Trump, with an initial donation of $1 million from The Trump Organization. The foundation's early activities included supporting organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs of America, YMCA, and Salvation Army. In the 1990s, the foundation donated to various causes, including the New York City Police Foundation and the FDNY Foundation. The foundation also received donations from other notable individuals, including Michael Bloomberg, Rupert Murdoch, and Ted Turner. The foundation's history is also connected to other organizations, such as the Clinton Foundation, which was established by Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which was founded by Bill Gates and Melinda Gates.

● Activities

The foundation's activities included donating to various charitable organizations, such as American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, and March of Dimes. The foundation also supported organizations related to Veterans of Foreign Wars, USO, and Wounded Warrior Project. In addition, the foundation donated to educational institutions, including New York University, Columbia University, and Harvard University. The foundation's activities were often recognized by other organizations, including the National Football League, Major League Baseball, and NBA. The foundation also partnered with other charitable organizations, such as the Elton John AIDS Foundation, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

● Finances

The foundation's finances were primarily supported by donations from The Trump Organization and other individuals, including Ivanka Trump and Eric Trump. The foundation's annual revenue ranged from $100,000 to $1 million, with expenses ranging from $50,000 to $500,000. The foundation's financial reports were filed with the Internal Revenue Service and were available to the public through GuideStar. The foundation's finances were also subject to scrutiny by organizations such as Charity Navigator and Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance. The foundation's financial activities were also compared to those of other organizations, including the Red Cross, Salvation Army, and Habitat for Humanity.

● Controversies

The foundation was involved in several controversies, including allegations of self-dealing and misuse of charitable funds. In 2016, the Washington Post reported that the foundation had donated $25,000 to Pam Bondi, the Attorney General of Florida, who was investigating Trump University. The foundation was also criticized for donating to organizations with ties to Donald Trump, including the Eric Trump Foundation and the Donald J. Trump Foundation. The foundation's activities were also scrutinized by organizations such as Common Cause and Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington. The foundation's controversies were also covered by various media outlets, including The New York Times, CNN, and MSNBC.

● Investigation_and_dissolution

In 2016, the New York State Attorney General's office launched an investigation into the foundation's activities, citing allegations of self-dealing and misuse of charitable funds. The investigation was led by Eric Schneiderman and resulted in a lawsuit filed against the foundation in 2018. The lawsuit alleged that the foundation had engaged in a pattern of self-dealing and had failed to comply with New York State charitable solicitation laws. In 2018, the foundation agreed to dissolve and distribute its remaining assets to other charitable organizations, including the United Way and Children's Aid Society. The dissolution of the foundation was also covered by various media outlets, including Fox News, NBC News, and ABC News. The foundation's dissolution was also recognized by other organizations, including the Federal Trade Commission and the Internal Revenue Service.