New Survey Reveals Gaps in Internet Affordability for Low-Income Communities, Advocates for Public Broadband Solutions

 

The Michelson 20MM Foundation released a new report on digital equity in Los Angeles, exposing barriers that keep underserved communities offline. The report draws from a small-scale survey of impacted Angelenos and spotlights the urgent need for public internet services to bridge these divides.

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Dr. Gary and Alya Michelson Honored with Pioneer Award at CAMP's Inaugural Pet Gala

Dr. Gary K. Michelson and Alya Michelson were honored with the Pioneer Award at the Community Animal Medicine Project’s (CAMP) inaugural Pet Gala in Los Angeles, recognizing their commitment to animal welfare and their $1 million grant to expand CAMP’s low- and no-cost spay and neuter services. The event also raised an additional $100,000 toward a new CAMP facility in South Los Angeles.

LA’s Animal Shelters Need Immediate Relief. A Back-to-Basics Approach can Provide It

Gina Knepp, National Shelter Engagement Director at Michelson Found Animals, warns that Los Angeles’ animal shelter crisis is reaching a breaking point. Knepp calls for urgent action, emphasizing the need for stronger leadership and community involvement to prevent further suffering.

The Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize For Immunology Awards

This live ePanel event featured the 2024 Grand Prize winner, Bingxu Liu, and finalists Carla Nowosad and Gabriele Casirati. Learn about their cutting-edge research in innate immune sensing and protection, adaptive memory and surveillance, and targeted cancer immunotherapies.

UCLA receives $120 million from Alya and Gary Michelson for new California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy

The $120 million gift will help to kickstart the California Institute for Immunology and Immunotherapy at UCLA’s Research Park, transforming the former Westside Pavilion into a cutting-edge center for medical innovation.

The NAVC and MFA Chart New Course to Define Future of Animal Health and Pet Care in 2035 and Beyond

Global veterinary industry leader NAVC and leading animal welfare organization, Michelson Found Animals Foundation (MFA), announced today the formation of a partnership that brings together all aspects of the global $300+ billion animal health and pet care ecosystem to define the future of animal health and wellbeing into the next decade and beyond.

Historic $120M Gift to UCLA

Find out how this landmark initiative will shape the future of healthcare and benefit all of humanity.

 

Philanthropy’s Role in the Success of Community Broadband Networks

 

Long-awaited federal and state broadband infrastructure dollars are being distributed throughout California’s communities. Now, more than ever, philanthropy’s direct support of community broadband networks is urgently needed.

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Michelson Found Animals’ Founders Honored by CAMP Clinics at 2024 Gala

Alya and Gary Michelson Honored by CAMP Clinics at 2024 Pet Gala

Dr. Gary K. Michelson and Alya Michelson were recently honored at an event hosted by the Community Animal Medicine Project (CAMP). Along with the Robert and Erika Brunson Fund, the Michelsons received the prestigious Pioneer Award at CAMP's inaugural Pet Gala in Los...

2024 Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize for Immunology Awards

2024 Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize for Immunology Awards

Keystone Symposia recently hosted an ePanel featuring the recipients of the 2024 Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize for Immunology. The event, titled "Michelson Philanthropies & Science Prize for Immunology Awards: Breakthrough Discoveries in Human...

Michelson Philanthropies Impact Report

Michelson Philanthropies is pleased to share the 2023-2024 Impact Report. With the support of dedicated staff, grantees, and partners, we have endeavored to deliver transformative opportunities through grantmaking, impact investments, advocacy, and programmatic work that support vulnerable and underserved communities.

Beautiful Journey with Alya Michelson

In a series of interviews by Michelson Philanthropies Co-Chair Alya Michelson, the “Beautiful Journey” podcast delves into the lives of inspiring immigrant women who are building their futures in a new country. Hear about the challenges, triumphs, and the valuable lessons they’ve learned along their unique paths.

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