Ade Derek Adeniji

Biography

Ade Derek Adeniji is a seasoned philanthropy journalist and culture writer based in Los Angeles and New York City. As a staff writer for Inside Philanthropy, he has profiled prominent donors across various sectors, including Wall Street, Silicon Valley, Hollywood, and sports. His work has featured individuals such as Craigslist founder Craig Newmark, NBA power couple Stephen and Ayesha Curry, and actress Selena Gomez. Additionally, Ade has collaborated with the National Center for Family Philanthropy on a series exploring family philanthropy and co-authored a white paper on athlete and celebrity giving. Beyond philanthropy, Ade is a freelance culture writer with bylines in CBS News, Newsweek, VICE, SPIN, and Rolling Stone, covering topics ranging from black basketball history to the cultural impact of video games. He is also an approved Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer critic and has contributed to GRAMMY.com. With a background in screenwriting and a passion for storytelling, Ade brings a unique perspective to his writing, blending in-depth research with engaging narratives.

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