The Sackler Trust

The Sackler Trust is a charitable organization founded by the Sackler family, who own Purdue Pharma, the company that developed the painkiller OxyContin. The Trust funds various causes such as medical research, education, and arts initiatives. It aims to contribute positively to society while being separate from Purdue Pharma's commercial activities. However, due to the controversy surrounding OxyContin’s role in the opioid epidemic, the Sackler Trust has faced scrutiny, with some questioning its charitable motives given the family's connection to the opioid crisis.