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Forbes just launched a groundbreaking ranking that measures billionaires not just by wealth, but by how much they give away. The new "True Net Worth" system reveals surprising heroes like MacKenzie Scott, who's donated over $26 billion since 2019.
A convenience store chain's charitable foundation has donated $200 million over 12 years to fight hunger, support health causes, and honor everyday heroes. To celebrate, Wawa is giving $250,000 in gift cards to seven national charity partners.
MacKenzie Scott just gave $70 million to help feed America's seniors through Meals on Wheels. Her gift arrives as one in three local programs face waitlists averaging four months.
NBA star Wendell Carter Jr. brought together fans and community members at a TopGolf fundraiser to support youth programs across Orlando. The event combined sports, entertainment, and giving back in a celebration of community spirit.
A mother of four who beat cancer launched a graphic tee business that donates one percent of every sale to the American Cancer Society. Her brand turns personal hardship into hope through fashion with a purpose.
A decade after Gillian Lee's brain tumor diagnosis, her family donated £50,000 to fund groundbreaking immunotherapy research that could transform treatment for aggressive brain cancers. The gift honors a woman who turned her diagnosis into inspiration for others to truly live.
A church just gave Abia State, Nigeria a cutting-edge MRI machine that will help thousands get life-saving diagnoses without traveling far from home. The donation marks a major leap forward for healthcare access in the region.
On Transgender Day of Visibility, comedian Caleb Hearon pledged to match $15,000 in fan donations to support grassroots trans justice organizations. He's donating the full amount either way, using his platform to rally support for a community facing increased challenges.
President Bola Tinubu is putting his money where his heart is, donating all his salaries since taking office to launch a fund supporting wounded soldiers and families of fallen heroes. The 74-year-old leader announced the initiative on his birthday, calling it a national duty rather than charity.
A high school senior couldn't find donation centers on Google Maps, so he built his own crowdsourced app to help people give to those who need it most. Corporal now connects donors across Chicago with food pantries, shelters, and clothing drop-offs.
A Singapore doctor who spent years bringing Christmas joy to nursing home residents left behind a $2 million gift that will help vulnerable families for generations. Dr. Ong Yong Wan's donation created the first endowment fund for Methodist Welfare Services, turning a lifetime of generosity into lasting impact.
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas is reminding donors that hunger, homelessness, and hardship don't take a break after Easter. The organization is encouraging supporters to transform their Lenten generosity into a year-round habit that creates lasting change.
A record-breaking £2 million donation is helping cancer patients keep their hair during chemotherapy, offering emotional relief during one of life's toughest battles. Young patients like Lisa, 33, say the new scalp-cooling technology gave them back a sense of control when everything else felt uncertain.
Over 26 million donations poured into Saudi Arabia's Ehsan platform this Ramadan, raising nearly half a billion dollars for people in need. The campaign shows how digital tools are transforming charitable giving in the Kingdom.
Houston Children's Charity is giving away 50 wheelchair-accessible vans to families in need, shattering their own record from last year. The $5.3 million donation represents the largest distribution of its kind in the country.
Craig Newmark is giving away most of his $1.3 billion fortune because of a simple lesson he learned as a kid in Sunday school: treat people the way you want to be treated. The 73-year-old billionaire has already donated $450 million to causes including cybersecurity, veterans, and pigeon rescue.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints just gave Midwest Food Bank over half a million dollars in food, equipment, and disaster relief supplies. The donation will help the nonprofit reach hungry families across the country faster than ever before.
A Iowa farmer who spent his life working the land left his entire estate to five local charities. Larry Rasmussen's farmland sold for over $2 million, with proceeds going to veterans, conservation, and health organizations.
Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde just made African cinema history by pledging all theatrical earnings from her directorial debut to educate children in underserved communities. It's the first African film ever to commit 100% of proceeds to charity.
Seven refugee children in the UK turned their experiences of rebuilding their lives into a published book of stories about kindness. The young authors spent weeks reflecting on compassion and Quranic teachings to inspire others through "Allah Loves Kindness."
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