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Warren Buffett Donates $5.3 Billion and Reveals Posthumous Philanthropy Plans

Buffett's latest donation boosts his lifetime giving to $57 billion, while his will outlines a new charitable trust managed by his children.

  • Buffett's $5.3 billion donation includes 13 million Berkshire Hathaway shares to five charities.
  • The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation receives the largest share, with $4 billion in Berkshire stock.
  • Buffett's will specifies that his remaining wealth will be directed to a new charitable trust overseen by his children.
  • The Gates Foundation will not receive any further donations after Buffett's death.
  • Buffett has pledged to donate over 99% of his fortune, continuing his philanthropic legacy.
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