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As the ranks of America’s super wealthy grow, the roster of major philanthropists is expanding to include not-so-typical megadonors — among them, a professional clarinetist, a Ph.D. in meat science, and a lawyer who regularly argues before the U.S. Supreme Court

The 50 Americans who gave or pledged the most to charity in 2022 committed to giving US$14.1 billion to foundations, universities, hospitals and more – a total that was 60% below an inflation-adjusted $35.6 billion in 2021, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s latest annual tally of these donations.

The Microsoft founder appeared uncomfortable as he was grilled about his association with Epstein during a wide-ranging interview

The Patriotic Millionaires called upon Davos conference attendees to address wealth inequality.

Does The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation have too much power and influence

The Microsoft founder said he is "surprised" taxes on the rich aren't higher, but believes the private sector is still crucial.

The billionaire philanthropist is wielding her power behind the scenes.

Bill Gates topped The Chronicle of Philanthropy’s annual list of the 10 largest charitable gifts announced by individuals or their foundations in 2022

From Mackenzie Scott to her ex-husband Jeff Bezos, here are the people who have committed billions to charity in 2022

The philanthropist is taking the long view as to why he should give away most of his wealth.

The Bill Melinda Gates Foundation said on Thursday it was committing $7 billion to Africa over the next four years, as Bill Gates warned that the Ukraine crisis was reducing the amount of aid flowing to the continent.