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Bloomberg Leads Philanthropy 50 with $4.3 Billion Donation

3/14/2026

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Michael Bloomberg topped the Chronicle of Philanthropy's Philanthropy 50 list for the third year, donating $4.3 billion in 2025 to arts and education.
Bill Gates and the late Paul Allen followed, giving $3.7 billion and $3.1 billion, respectively.
The total contributions from the top donors reached $22.4 billion, with a median gift of $105 million.
Largest recipients included foundations and universities, with funding directed toward science, healthcare, and athletics.

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Michael Bloomberg topped the Chronicle of Philanthropy's Philanthropy 50 list for the third year, donating $4.3 billion in 2025 to arts and education.
Bill Gates and the late Paul Allen followed, giving $3.7 billion and $3.1 billion, respectively.
The total contributions from the top donors reached $22.4 billion, with a median gift of $105 million.
Largest recipients included foundations and universities, with funding directed toward science, healthcare, and athletics.