Press Releases

Diane Foley, safety experts from New York Times, Voice Of America outline safety challenges at National Press Club in Washington

The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation condemns the violence in Israel and the hostage-taking of civilians which has ensued. As always, we track the number…

The Milwaukee and Madison Foley Freedom Runs are among several runs being held across the United States to honor the memory of journalist James W.…

The DC Foley Freedom Run is one of several runs being held across the United States and world to honor the memory of journalist James…

The Rochester Foley Freedom Run is traditional 5K Run/Walk held at The James W. Foley Community Center in Rochester and is one of several runs…

James W. Foley Legacy Foundation Founder and President Diane Foley said today she was “saddened” by a Washington Post editorial published Sept. 18 that criticized…

Diane Foley, President and Founder of the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, issued the following statement concerning the release of five Americans who had been…

The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation is deeply saddened by the passing of Governor Bill Richardson.  “Governor Richardson was a true hero for Americans held…

Race to Be Held at Anacostia Park, Oct. 15 at 8 a.m.

The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation is deeply grateful for the news that Siamak Namazi, Emad Shargi, Morad Tahbaz, and one other American  who has…

The James W. Foley Legacy Foundation is proud to welcome Benjamin Gray as Vice President

Woodruff, who emceed the Foley Foundation’s 2023 Freedom Awards Dinner in Washington, will join a distinguished group of former government officials, survivors and family members,…