In 2012 one source listed the world’s top three philanthropists as:
1. Warren Buffett with donations to worthy causes totalling $3.1 billion;
2. Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan at $498 million; and
3. John and Lauren Arnold at $423 million.
In a previous generation the Kellogg family and the Rockefellers were known around the world for their generosity towards humanity. Quietly, behind the scenes, there are many other philanthropists who give millions to worthy causes but do not want their names to be publicised. These people too are known as philanthropists – they love fellow humans so much they are willing to part with their property and possessions for the betterment of society.
