Bill Gates announces he will donate almost all of his wealth
On May 8th, the founder of Microsoft, Bill Gates, publicly announced that over the next 20 years, he will donate almost all of his wealth through the Gates Foundation.
The donated wealth will be used to save and improve lives around the world.
By December 31st, 2045, the Gates Foundation will permanently close.
Bill Gates' current net worth is approximately $108 billion.
In the 25 years since its establishment, the foundation has already donated over $100 billion. Now, Gates has decided to accelerate his return to society. Over the next 20 years, the Gates Foundation plans to donate up to $200 billion.
If he donates almost all of his wealth, it will not only be a personal act of kindness but also inspire more people to engage in charitable causes.
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