Overview

• Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff announces a $150 million donation to two Hawaii hospitals, following concerns over his land purchases in the state.
• The donation is split between Hilo Medical Center and Hawaii Pacific Health, with funds aimed at creating a healthcare campus of the future.
• Benioff's land acquisitions, totaling over 600 acres since 2000, have raised fears of increased housing costs and cultural erosion among locals.
• Despite the controversy, Benioff has donated nearly 75% of the land purchased in Hawaii for philanthropic purposes, including affordable housing.
• The donation aims to deepen connections between Hawaii hospitals and UCSF Health in San Francisco, enhancing healthcare access and quality.