Top 5 Philanthropists in the World

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No. 1  top philanthropist in the world : Warren Buffett (US)

Lifetime giving: $30.7 billion

One of the wealthiest men in the US, Warren Buffett is widely regarded as being the most prolific investor of the last century. Throughout his career, Buffett has donated to a myriad of causes, ranging from world poverty and education to health care and information technology. He has made a purpose out of donating more than half of his total net worth and, alongside with Bill Gates, he has started the Giving Pledge, a campaign designed to encourage other billionaires to do the same.

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