Full Breakdown
Scrutiny of Neville Singham's Charitable Network and Its Global Impact
2/18/2026, 5:11:59 AM
Overview of the Charitable Network
The People’s Support Foundation Ltd, a private charity linked to tech millionaire Neville Singham, has reportedly disbursed over $50 million to various radical social justice groups worldwide since its inception in 2019. Initially established with more than $143 million in assets, the foundation operates from a UPS mailbox in Chicago, Illinois. The organization has been scrutinized for its financial ties to entities accused of promoting Chinese Communist Party propaganda, including an Indian news company currently under investigation.
Key Figures and Organizations
Neville Singham, who sold his tech company Thoughtworks for $785 million in 2017, is believed to reside in Shanghai. His wife, Jodie Evans, oversees the People’s Support Foundation and is also a prominent figure in the People’s Forum, a New York City-based organization involved in various protests, including anti-Israel demonstrations following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks. Evans co-founded Code Pink, an anti-war nonprofit, in 2002. Both the People’s Forum and Code Pink are part of what is referred to as The Singham Network, which is currently under investigation by Congress.
Financial Operations and Allegations
The People’s Support Foundation has been accused of operating as a "black box," transferring funds to foreign entities with minimal transparency. Susan George, CEO of the Intelligent Advocacy Network, highlighted concerns regarding the foundation's financial practices, stating that it moves hundreds of millions of dollars to non-charitable foreign entities through U.S. intermediaries. The foundation has also funneled significant amounts to other organizations within the Singham Network, including the People’s Welfare Association and Tricontinental Ltd., a Marxist think tank.
Criticism and Calls for Oversight
Critics have raised alarms about the opaque nature of the funding system employed by the People’s Support Foundation. Susan George emphasized the need for government scrutiny, arguing that what is often perceived as activism is the result of a complex funding mechanism that operates under the guise of U.S. tax exemption. The foundation's financial activities have prompted calls for greater oversight to ensure accountability and transparency.
Official Statements and Responses
While Neville Singham and Jodie Evans did not respond to requests for comment, the concerns raised by critics and watchdog organizations underscore the growing scrutiny of their charitable operations. The U.S. State Department has also linked Code Pink and the People’s Forum to Chinese influence operations, further complicating the narrative surrounding their activities.
What's Next
As investigations into The Singham Network continue, there may be forthcoming legislative actions aimed at increasing transparency in charitable funding, particularly concerning organizations that engage in political activism. The outcomes of these inquiries could significantly impact the operational landscape for similar nonprofits in the future.
