Open Society Foundations Statement on George Soros’s Political Activities

George Soros’s private political activities are wholly separate from the Open Society Foundations. The Foundations are nonpartisan and nonpolitical.  Foundations and offices encompassing the Open Society Foundations in the United States are exempt from U.S. income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Outside of the United States, the foundations are registered according to the tax laws of the countries where they are based.

Soros, as a private individual, is entitled to use his after-tax personal funds to support political candidates or parties within the parameters of U.S. election law. Any public statements on political issues are also made solely in his personal capacity. The Open Society Foundations are not consulted or otherwise involved—and are neither able nor permitted to comment.

For more information about George Soros's activities that are separate from the Open Society Foundations, visit www.georgesoros.com.