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Melinda French Gates was married to Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates for 27 years.
She is one of the world's richest women, and spends much of her time and wealth on philanthropic endeavors.
Her main legacy is the money she has given away in the form of charitable works through the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation.
She has spoken in interviews about the painful end of her marriage to Bill Gates.
Selected Grant News Headlines
A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.
From Trenton to Microsoft: Visionary Philanthropy Group Inc.(VPG) and Divergent Teams.The Hackathon is more than just a competition; it is a gateway to innovation, career advancement, and...more
McCain Foods and Potatoes New Brunswick extend their support for an additional five years.McCain Foods has long championed sustainable agriculture.Every potato used in their products originates from...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Broward
The BE BOLD Leadership Campaign raised $415 million, including $150 million in new gifts and pledges, and $265 million in estate plan commitments.The Community Foundation of Broward ranks among the...more
The Pulte Family Charitable Foundation announced a commitment of over $111 million towards their "Legacy of Hope" Projects.The IDDeal Place is the first independent living community for adults with...more
Jindal Global University (JGU) to benchmark Indian universities with the best in the world.JGU became the first institution to be recognised in the State of Haryana.For the fifth consecutive year,...more
Foundation: Gates Foundation
Melinda Gates reveals Warren Buffett's advice on focusing efforts on core issues for better productivity and stress management.Buffett, the billionaire investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, served...more
this year, 11 grants were awarded to Northland schools totaling $9,766.The board includes students from Aitkin, Barnum, Cherry, Cloquet, Duluth, Hermantown, Superior, and Two Harbors.Winter 2025...more
The Foundation for Edmonds School District has been awarded a $32,000 grant from foundry10.The grant will provide postsecondary scholarships for 16 students who complete the foundation's On-the-Job...more
Jamie Mason, founder of Maison Luxury Group, is redefining the high-net-worth property market in Bellevue, Washington, and Malibu, California.With more than 20 years of experience in luxury real...more
Foundation: Manatee Community Foundation
Manatee Community Foundation to honor 'Spirit' of philanthropy, service.Manatee community foundation honors Spirit of Manatees 2025 honorees at Palmetto Marriott.The organization is raising money for...more
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Philanthropy Shaping A New Miami
Many people, organizations and businesses in Miami are actively committed to philanthropy. As Javier Alberto Soto, president and CEO of the Miami Foundation, puts it, “Miami is home to a young, diverse demographic that’s looking for ways to get involved, ways to improve our community that aren’t traditional, like a formal gala.”
