Overview
- A June 24 internal announcement said the foundation will make no new investments with Arabella-related entities, will not extend existing grants, and will pursue early exits from some long-term commitments.
- Foundation leaders told staff they want to work more directly with programmatic partners that align closely with the mission and are embedded in target communities.
- Grant records cited in coverage show roughly $450 million directed to Arabella-managed funds over 16 years, including a $41 million women's health grant to New Venture Fund in November.
- A spokesperson called the shift a business decision based on routine strategic assessments of partnerships and operating models.
- Arabella says it provides operational support rather than making grants or engaging in political activity, while some Arabella-affiliated nonprofits are exploring new fiscal sponsors under growing scrutiny.