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The Social Giver is a movement of philanthropists who commit to give the majority of their wealth to charitable causes, either during their lifetimes or in their wills.

In August 2010, 10 of America’s wealthiest people made a commitment to give the majority of their wealth to address some of society’s most pressing problems. Created by Warren Buffett, Melinda French Gates, and Bill Gates, the social Giving Pledge came to life following a series of conversations with philanthropists about how they could set a new standard of generosity among the ultra-wealthy. While originally focused on the United States.

“This is about building on a wonderful tradition of philanthropy that will ultimately help the United States of America become a much better place.”
– Bill Gates

The Social Givers is a simple concept: an open invitation for billionaires, or those who would be if not for their giving, to publicly commit to give the majority of their wealth to philanthropy either during their lifetimes or in their wills. It is inspired by the example set by millions of people at all income levels who give generously – and often at great personal sacrifice – to make the United States and the world a better place. Envisioned as a multi-generational effort, the Social Givers aims over time to help shift the social norms of philanthropy among the United States wealthiest and inspire people to give more, establish their giving plans sooner, and give in smarter ways. Givers fund a diverse range of issues of their choosing. Those who join the Social Givers are encouraged to write a letter explaining their decision to engage deeply and publicly in philanthropy and describing the causes that motivate them.

Joining the Social Givers is more than a one-time event. It means becoming part of an energized community of some of the United States most engaged philanthropists to discuss challenges, successes, and failures, and to share ideas to get smarter about giving. Givers are united by a shared commitment to learning and giving. The Social Givers team provides opportunities – both specifically for Givers, and for families and staff – to gather throughout the year to learn from experts and from one another how to best leverage their philanthropy to address some of the United States biggest challenges.

Read the 2010 founding Pledge letters written by Warren Buffett and Melinda French Gates and Bill Gates.

Some Beneficiaries Success Testimonials

I am grateful to have been a beneficiary of the US Social Givers. I was giving $80,000 which supported me through a Career Development program which provided the resources and support as I started my early research career.”
Jane Arnold, Maryland

Without the funding from US Social Givers, i might not be able to cover the cost needed to complete a new business”
Steve Cameron , Akron

The US Social Givers provided me with time funds, and i could paid for my new house, also my daughter can now go back to college”
Raymond Taylor, Utah

I am very grateful for the support of the US Social Givers, the funds has helped fund two years of research investigating microbial and genetic mechanisms of colorectal cancer at Johns Hopkins University.”
Amanda Wrights, Houston.

– The Social Givers program announced that 9 philanthropists have joined the race since December 2020, bringing the total number of givers to 32 from 30 US states.

– Philanthropies Pledge $15 Billion for the year ( 2022 ) to ‘Eradicate poverty among the United States Citizens’

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