The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Wealthy Donate Record Sums Despite the Recession

Even as the economy slipped into recession, America's wealthiest individ­uals were giving record sums to charity.

At least 16 individuals announced gifts of $100-million or more last year, more people than have ever done so in the 12 years that The Chronicle has kept a tally of the biggest charitable commitments announced...

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