Philanthropists

Forty of the wealthiest families and individuals in the United States have committed to returning the majority of their wealth to charitable causes by taking the Giving Pledge. The announcement of this first group was made by Warren Buffett approximately six weeks after kicking off the long-term charitable project with Bill and Melinda Gates. “We’ve...

The non-profit Foundation Center shows less than $100 million was given for climate change efforts in 2000, compared to more than $850 million in 2008. Here are just a few names that have donated some of there monies to help with air and water quality, endangered species, greenhouse gas cuts, and land conservation. -...