Source: Fox News
Summary
Fox News Digital found that Medea Benjamin’s Arc of Justice foundation provided nearly $3.2 million to CodePink over two decades, along with other left-wing organizations. The $54.6 million foundation made over 1,500 grants totaling $24.6 million to groups involved in anti-war activism, legal advocacy, and policy work. California revoked its charitable registration due to compliance issues, though it is working to regain standing. Arc of Justice, formerly The Benjamin Fund, has undergone leadership changes and plans to shift its focus to domestic childhood programs. Benjamin, a CodePink co-founder, was recently escorted from a House hearing after protesting.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Medea Benjamin’s foundation gave millions to CodePink and other groups.
California stopped the foundation’s charitable status.
The foundation moved to Florida but failed to complete the transfer.
Now, it plans to focus on children’s programs instead of activism.
Author: Evan Null
Medea Benjamin and the Arc of Justice Foundation
Medea Benjamin, co-founder of CodePink, has been linked to the Arc of Justice foundation, which has provided significant financial support to the group and other left-wing organizations. The foundation, formerly known as The Benjamin Fund, has given nearly $3.2 million to CodePink since 2009. It has also funded other groups like Global Exchange and the Center for Constitutional Rights. The foundation’s financial history shows a steady growth in assets, reaching $54.6 million by 2024.
California Revokes Charitable Registration
In 2024, California revoked the charitable registration of Arc of Justice due to years of financial compliance failures. The foundation has since been working to regain its standing with regulators. The move came after the state found the foundation had missed filings and failed to meet reporting requirements. Despite the issues, the foundation has continued to distribute grants to various activist organizations.
Leadership Changes and Shift in Focus
The foundation has undergone significant leadership changes, with Medea Benjamin stepping down from the board. New leadership has taken over, and the foundation plans to shift its grantmaking priorities. Instead of focusing on anti-war activism and progressive policy, it now intends to support domestic childhood enrichment programs. This change in direction has raised questions about the future of the foundation and its role in supporting activist causes.
Relocation to Florida and Legal Challenges
A new Florida nonprofit using the Arc of Justice name was incorporated at Medea Benjamin’s Miami home, raising concerns about the foundation’s operations. The move was initially seen as an attempt to relocate the foundation out of California, but it was never completed. The Florida entity has no assets and has conducted no business, according to the foundation’s attorney. The foundation is now working to regain its charitable status in California.
Political Scrutiny and Public Protests
Medea Benjamin has faced increasing political scrutiny, including being escorted from a House hearing after protesting. Lawmakers have accused groups like CodePink of acting as “Trojan horses” for foreign interests. The foundation’s financial ties to left-wing organizations have drawn criticism, with some suggesting it has an outsized impact on the media and political landscape. Despite the controversy, Benjamin and her allies continue to advocate for their causes.
