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Top 5 most generous philanthropists of our time

Warren Buffet

In 2010, legendary American investor Warren Buffett and his long-time friend Bill Gates launched the Giving Pledge philanthropic campaign. Billionaires who join this pact pledge to contribute over 50% of their wealth to philanthropic causes during their lifetime. According to Forbes’ estimates, last year alone, the Oracle of Omaha, who is currently worth a whopping $102 billion, donated over $5 billion to charity. Throughout his entire life, Mr. Buffett has given a jaw-dropping $51 billion to philanthropy, a record amount among magnates.

Top 5 most generous philanthropists of our time

Bill Gates and ex-wife Melinda

Bill Gates, the founder of tech giant Microsoft, divorced his wife Melinda 2 years ago. Nevertheless, the ex-spouses still work together, being the co-chairs of the world's largest charitable organization, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The primary goals of the foundation are to enhance global healthcare and fight hunger in developing countries. The Gates have spent more than $38 billion to support healthcare and social projects over their lifetime. In fact, the most generous donation of $20 billion was made by Microsoft’s founding father last year.

Top 5 most generous philanthropists of our time

George Soros

This well-known American financier has long earned a reputation as the main advocate of democratic values. George Soros has already given around $18 billion to support human rights and freedom of expression. All his donations go to the Open Society Foundations, a grantmaking network founded by the business magnate. The foundation has representative offices in 120 countries of the world.

Top 5 most generous philanthropists of our time

Mackenzie Scott

American Mackenzie Scott divorced her husband Jeff Bezos in 2019. Their divorce settlement included a 4% stake in the e-commerce giant. Since then, Scott's fortune has declined by more than $14 billion. These are the donations that she made in less than 3 years. In fact, she has spent 5 times more on charity than Bezos himself, and he is one of the top 5 wealthiest persons in the world. Mackenzie Scott supports projects fighting against economic, racial, and gender inequality.

Top 5 most generous philanthropists of our time

Michael Bloomberg

Michael Bloomberg, the former mayor of New York City and founder of the Bloomberg News agency has donated an impressive $14 billion to charity over his lifetime. He regularly donates to medical and social projects. The businessman is an avid supporter of a healthy lifestyle and an environmental activist. He funds campaigns against smoking and climate change as well as multiple educational projects.

Top 5 most generous philanthropists of our time
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