CodePink Launched 12-Day China Nonprofit Tour
The California-based nonprofit organized the trip amid an ongoing federal grand jury investigation into its donor network.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Nonprofit CodePink initiated a 12-day tour through China for attendees paying between $3,000 and $4,000. The travel occurs while federal authorities continue a grand jury investigation into donor Neville Roy Singham and his network.
Why it matters
The federal scrutiny involves allegations of money laundering and fraud against the network that has funneled $278 million into nonprofits since 2017. Operators in the nonprofit sector should monitor these investigations, as regulatory or financial oversight of donor networks can impact operational funding sources.
Since selling his tech firm for an estimated $785 million in 2017, Neville Roy Singham has funneled $278 million into a network of nonprofits. Participants in the current 12-day tour, which includes stops in Shanghai and Chongqing, are paying between $3,000 and $4,000 for attendance.
The players
CodePink
A Marina del Rey, California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates as an activist group.
Neville Roy Singham
A tech entrepreneur and donor who sold his business in 2017 and is currently the subject of a federal grand jury investigation.
Madea Benjamin
A co-founder of CodePink who is leading the group's current tour of China.
Jodie Evans
A co-founder of CodePink who is co-leading the China tour and previously protested at the UN General Assembly in September 2026.
Department of Justice
The U.S. federal executive department responsible for the enforcement of laws and the administration of justice.
The details
CodePink, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Marina del Rey, California, coordinates its activities and events through online sign-up platforms. The China itinerary includes visits to Zunyi, Loushanguan, Maotai Village, and Guiyang, with co-founders Madea Benjamin and Jodie Evans accompanying participants. While the Justice Department initiated a grand jury investigation into alleged money laundering and fraud regarding the Singham network in June 2026, the organization and its donor have denied receiving direction or funding from the Chinese government.
Timeline
2017: Neville Roy Singham sold his tech company for $785 million.
June 2026: The Department of Justice opened a grand jury investigation into the Singham network.
October 11, 2026: The 12-day CodePink China tour began.
Market Landscape
This investigation follows a pattern of heightened regulatory scrutiny regarding the transparency of foreign-linked funding for U.S.-based nonprofits. The case highlights ongoing federal interest in compliance with laws governing influence and financial oversight for tax-exempt entities.
Operators in the nonprofit sector should prioritize internal auditing and document retention to ensure compliance with federal donor disclosure requirements. It is advisable to review current donor screening protocols with legal counsel to mitigate risks associated with funding from complex or opaque networks.
The takeaway
The federal probe into the Singham network underscores the necessity for nonprofits to maintain rigorous donor due diligence and transparent financial reporting. Management should document all international travel costs and grant disbursements to demonstrate clear adherence to tax-exempt operational regulations.
Further reading
For more on the financial governance of non-governmental organizations, visit the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox News.
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