Angelica Berrie, president of the Russell Berrie Foundation, expressed concerns to Columbia University's president, Nemat Shafik, regarding the university's handling of the Israel-Hamas war protests. The foundation suspended its funding due to perceived lack of action in creating a secure environment for Jewish members. This decision, influenced by the foundation's values, could potentially impact Columbia's future funding. Other donors have similarly threatened to withhold donations from universities facing similar issues. The foundation's pause could affect a diabetes research grant and potentially a future $10 million gift. The decision to suspend funding was a difficult one, but the foundation remains committed to observing whether Columbia's actions will rectify the situation.