The Giving Pledge
The Giving Pledge is a commitment by some of the world's wealthiest individuals and families to donate the majority of their wealth to charitable causes during their lifetimes or in their wills. Established by Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates in 2010, the initiative encourages philanthropic efforts and promotes the idea of giving back to society. Signatories publicly share their reasons for giving and are encouraged to engage with one another, fostering a community focused on addressing global challenges through philanthropy.
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The Giving Pledge is a commitment made by some of the world's wealthiest individuals and families to donate at least half of their wealth to charitable causes during their lifetimes or in their wills. Established by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett in 2010, the initiative encourages philanthropy and aims to address important social issues such as poverty, education, and healthcare. Pledge signatories share their experiences and strategies to inspire others to give, fostering a culture of generosity among billionaires to help improve the world through philanthropy.