Mark Zuckerberg & four biggies who donated billions to charity

Mark Zuckerberg announced the birth of his daughter Max by pledging 99 per cent of his wealth ($45 billion) to social causes, joining other super-rich to do so.

Warren Buffett

The CEO of Berkshire Hathaway has promised to give away more than 99 per cent of his wealth. That would amount to a fortune of nearly $22.7 billion.

Bill and Melinda Gates

The tech couple plans to donate 95 per cent of their personal wealth — approximately $31.5 billion — to various charitable causes.

Richard Branson

The Virgin Group founder and his wife Joan have committed to giving away 50 per cent of their multibillion dollar fortune to social causes.

George Soros

High-profile investor Soros intends to give away nearly $11.4 billion of his fortune to philanthropy.

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