I saw a segment on the news tonight about The Giving Pledge and it seems pretty neat. Basically, Warren Buffett along with Bill and Melinda Gates are pledging to give the majority of their wealth away to philanthropy and they are asking that the wealthiest individuals and families (specifically billionaires) in America do the same.
I read Warren Buffett's pledge and he clearly states that he knows others sacrifice a lot more than he ever will by giving of their wealth and time. He will not have to sacrifice anything by giving away 99% of his wealth.
The Giving Pledge is a good reminder to me that Raleigh and I should constantly look at our spending and find areas where we can cut back on personal pleasures in order to give more away more of our time and money.
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