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Tata Trusts to build 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals, says chairman, as philanthropy shifts to proving impact- Dolly Parton started a foundation in 1995 to help young children read. Donated nearly 325 million books across the US, UK, and Canada; her father's inability inspired her
- Billionaire MacKenzie Scott donated $15 million to African conservation group; How her generous contributions helped 28 organisations sustain ecology in Africa
- Jeff Bezos' ex-wife MacKenzie Scott donated $26.2 billion in five years, but why is she missing from the Chronicle of Philanthropy’s top 50 donors list?MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, donated $26.2 billion over five years and $7 billion in 2025. Despite her significant charitabl...15 Oct, 2026, 07.19 PM IST
- Is Li Ka-shing, world’s 38th richest man nicknamed Superman dead? The truth about the billionaire behind Hong Kong’s CK Hutchison Holdings and CK Asset Holdings’ healthRumors about billionaire Li Ka-shing’s death spread on Chinese social media on October 15. The 98-year-old businessman has an estimated net...15 Oct, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
- Tata Sons pays Rs 4,475 crore in annual dividends; hypothetical investment could generate Rs 82,000 crore for philanthropy, says Harsh GoenkaRPG Enterprises Chairman Harsh Goenka shared a hypothetical thought experiment on X regarding Tata Sons. He noted that selling Tata Sons' R...15 Oct, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
- Harsh Goenka has advice for Tata Sons amid Sensex decline: ₹11.68 lakh crore equity portfolio could generate ₹82,000 crore a year in FDsHarsh Goenka has shared a hypothetical scenario in which Tata Sons' ₹11.68 lakh crore listed equity portfolio could generate ₹70,000 crore ...15 Oct, 2026, 03.46 PM IST
- Paul Newman’s looks did not impress Joanne Woodward at first, she called him 'an ad for an ice cream soda'. How their romance unfolded and stayed together for 50 yearsPaul Newman and Joanne Woodward's enduring marriage spanned five decades, marked by their devotion amid life's trials and public interest. ...14 Oct, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
- MacKenzie Scott never forgot her college roommate's $1,000 help, a dentist's free treatment. Years later, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos gave away $26 billion in philanthropyMacKenzie Scott's journey began with hardships at Princeton University, where she was uplifted by her friends' support. Following her separ...14 Oct, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
- In 2024, MacKenzie Scott, ex-wife of Jeff Bezos, awarded $640 million to 361 nonprofits, how her open-call programme helped more organisations access major fundingThe initiative was designed to identify organisations doing work in their communities, including those operating in both urban and rural ar...14 Oct, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
- MacKenzie Scott gave $60 million for disaster recovery. Here's why the years after the headlines matter mostMacKenzie Scott has made a significant $60 million donation to the Center for Disaster Philanthropy for long-term recovery efforts. This un...14 Oct, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
- Former wife of Amazon boss Jeff Bezos, MacKenzie Scott, has put $70 million into ocean-climate solutions: Why it mattersMacKenzie Scott has committed an impressive $70 million towards enhancing ocean resilience in the fight against climate change. This pivota...14 Oct, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
- Jeff Bezos donated $200 million to the Smithsonian in 2021. Why $130 million was set aside for one projectJeff Bezos donated $200 million to the Smithsonian Institution in 2021, with $130 million earmarked for a new learning center at the Nation...14 Oct, 2026, 12.26 AM IST
- Rihanna turned personal grief into a philanthropic mission in 2012. Today, 14 years later, her foundation has channelled over $100 million into charityIn memory of her grandmother, Rihanna established the Clara Lionel Foundation in 2012, catalyzing a wave of generosity. With over $100 mill...13 Oct, 2026, 07.18 PM IST
- In 1997, when Shakira was just 18 years old, she started a school-building mission. Nearly 30 years later, 300 schools educate thousands in ColumbiaIn 1997, Shakira established Fundación Pies Descalzos to enhance educational opportunities for Colombian children. Since then, the foundati...13 Oct, 2026, 05.58 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Breaking Bad star RJ Mitte: ‘Sadness and despair are something that fester in people for a long time and living like that does not…’ What the young actor once said about finding hope, days before his death at age 34RJ Mitte, best known for playing Walter White Jr. in Breaking Bad, spoke about career pressure, self-doubt and philanthropy on The Joe Vulp...13 Oct, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
- From drugs and despair to hope: How Harris Rosen's $11 million philanthropic mission transformed Florida's Tangelo ParkIn a remarkable effort to uplift the underprivileged Tangelo Park community, hotel mogul and philanthropist Harris Rosen prioritized educat...13 Oct, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
- 'Breaking Bad' actor and disability rights activist RJ Mitte dead at 34RJ Mitte, best known for portraying Walter White Jr. in 'Breaking Bad', has passed away at 34. His role drew from his personal experiences ...13 Oct, 2026, 06.45 AM IST
- Susan Dell philanthropy goes beyond Trump Accounts: How The Dell foundation used $78 million to rebuild 3,740 Texas homes and fight homelessness in AustinSusan Dell’s along with her husband, Michael Dell, she has supported major housing and disaster-recovery efforts in Texas. From contributin...08 Oct, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
- Billionaire Dan Gilbert and his wife’s foundation committed $10 million in 2022 to a Detroit home-repair fund designed to help more than 1,000 residents fix their homesDan Gilbert and his wife Jennifer’s foundation have pledged $10 million to a $20 million Detroit home repair fund in 2022. The three-year i...08 Oct, 2026, 01.17 AM IST
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