3 Reasons America's Wealthy Don't Give More to Charity
Americans dominate global giving lists and surveys consistently show that the U.S. rich are far more likely to make philanthropy a priority. But some say they could give more.
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How More Women Can Become Philanthropists
This author believes that more women need to think of themselves as philanthropists and get more strategic in their giving, so that their donations will have the maximum impact. Here's how.
America's Wealthy Step Up to the Plate
This month, 12 more billionaire families committed to donate at least half of their wealth to charity by taking the Giving Pledge. Here are introductions to some of the new signatories and their pet philanthropic projects.
How to Use Life Insurance to Donate to Charity
When most of us buy life insurance, we're thinking about one thing: Making sure our families are taken care of after we're gone. But in this season of giving, you might also want to think about setting up a policy to take care of your favorite charity.
Paul Mitchell CEO Talks Philanthropy, Animal Testing, More
In a one-on-one interview with DailyFinance, Paul Mitchell CEO John Paul DeJoria discusses the hair-care industry, his philanthropy efforts and why the company won't go public. "If Paul Mitchell went open market, I'd double my business overnight. But I always said that if we were lucky enough to make it, we'll be the only ones that never sold you out."
Warren Buffett's Grandson Follows in Grandpa's Humanitarian Footsteps
Howard Warren Buffett, grandson of renowned investor Warren Buffett, is a chip off the old philanthropic block. At the recent Social Good Summit in New York, he spoke about the challenges in this age of technology of preserving human connections with those who are suffering.
IBM to Donate Technology to Make Cities More Efficient
IBM says it will donate a total of $50 million in free technology and services to 100 U.S. cities that can best use it to boost their efficiency in healthcare, education, transportation and other areas.
Hedge Fund Billionaire Leon Cooperman Is Giving Most of It Away
With an estimated net worth of $1.5 billion, the son of a Bronx, N.Y., plumber is now donating the bulk of his fortune to charity. Cooperman's aim: to help "those that are disadvantaged to experience the American dream."
Billionaire Henry Kravis Gives $100 Million to Columbia Business School
Henry Kravis, billionaire co-founder of private equity outfit KKR, pledged $100 million to Columbia Business School, the largest gift in the institution%u2019s history.
