MacKenzie Scott, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, is recognized as the world's most generous philanthropist, donating over $26 billion since 2012. Her trust-based approach focuses on speed and flexibility, with significant contributions to HBCUs and honoring Toni Morrison.
Brisbane couple Quentin and Kylie Birt have donated over $100 million to charities in two years, including $40 million to FightMND. Despite their significant contributions, they prefer not to be labeled as philanthropists, viewing their donations as personal choices and a way to support passionate individuals.
Brisbane couple Quentin and Kylie Birt have donated over $100 million to charities in two years, including $40 million to FightMND. Despite their significant contributions, they prefer not to be labeled as philanthropists, viewing their giving as a personal choice akin to a hobby.
Melinda French Gates stated in an interview that the U.S. justice system failed to stop Jeffrey Epstein, calling him an "abhorrent human being." Her comments follow her ex-husband Bill Gates' testimony to lawmakers about his interactions with Epstein.
Melinda French Gates discusses her post-divorce life, her philanthropic organization Pivotal, and her views on women's rights, reproductive health, and the justice system's failures regarding Jeffrey Epstein. She also touches on the challenges of wealth concentration and vaccine misinformation.
Mackenzie Scott has donated $26.4 billion in less than seven years, including $7.2 billion in 2025, making her one of the biggest individual donors globally. She was recognized on Forbes' Iconoclast 50 list for her significant contributions, particularly to HBCUs.
Tech billionaire Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee regarding his past meetings with Jeffrey Epstein. Gates stated he never witnessed Epstein's criminal conduct but regretted the association, which ended in 2014.
Texas philanthropist Susan Naylor is suing Gatton Park in Kentucky for breach of contract, demanding $800,000 back after alleging the park failed to honor naming rights for a water feature donated in memory of her son.
Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee, addressing his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Gates stated he "never victimised anyone" and called his meetings with Epstein a "grave error in judgment."
The Open Society Foundations will invest $300 million to bolster economic security and defend civil liberties in the US, addressing what they see as an attack on the rule of law and rights rollback.
Hundreds, including prominent figures, attended a memorial service for Maisy Ho Chiu-ha, daughter of Stanley Ho, remembering her as a low-profile philanthropist. Ho, executive director of Shun Tak Holdings, died at 58.
Soldiers and factory workers, agricultural workers, gunsmiths and war correspondents, doctors and teachers, cultural figures and clergy, volunteers, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, all citizens of Russia, the Russian leader emphasized
Ted Turner created CNN in 1980, revolutionising the way America, and the world, got their news, and then went on to become one of the most prominent business leaders and philanthropists of his era. A brash risk taker, Turner – whose death aged 87 was announced on Wednesday – helped reshape the television industry in the late 20th century. He also made a name for himself with spectacular business deals, his ownership of professional sports clubs, a marriage to actress Jane Fonda, his leadership...
Ted Turner, the former owner of the Braves and Hawks who made his mark as a media mogul and a philanthropist, has died at the age of 87.
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has gifted over $26 billion, maintaining her billionaire status. Her unique, no-strings-attached approach allows organizations flexibility, drawing praise and some criticism, notably from Elon Musk. Scott's substantial donations, including significant sums to universities and the UNCF, highlight her impactful giving strategy.
Maisy Ho, daughter of late Hong Kong tycoon Stanley Ho and a dedicated philanthropist, has died at the age of 57. Tributes have poured in from government officials and associations.
