Warren Buffett gave another $4.1 billion to charity
Along with a reputation for being the most successful investor of the 20th century, Warren Buffett is also known for being a generous philanthropist. In 2006, he committed to gradually give all of his Berkshire Hathaway stock to philanthropic foundations via the Giving Pledge.
On June 23, Buffett announced that he has made a new $4.1 billion donation.
Buffett released a statement commenting on his annual contribution of Berkshire Hathaway shares to five foundations.
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Posted — UpdatedOn June 23, Buffett announced that he has made a new $4.1 billion donation.
Buffett released a statement commenting on his annual contribution of Berkshire Hathaway shares to five foundations.
At the same time, he shared that he is stepping down from his role as an inactive trustee at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, one of the recipients of his donations. The charitable foundation battles inequity and poverty around the world and has worked on initiatives such as fighting infectious diseases and encouraging vaccinations for children globally.
Buffett emphasized that his resignation is not due to any conflict with the foundation.
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