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Generous Donors

They spent their lives amassing millions—sometimes even billions—then promised to give most of it away. Here are a few of the wealthiest one percent who have promised the majority of their fortunes to philanthropies and charitable organizations. Through their example, maybe more moguls will take up the banners of bigger causes.

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profile name: Warren Buffett
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profile name: Mark Zuckerberg
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profile name: Melinda Gates
profile occupation: Business Leader, Philanthropist
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