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From the Good News Network:
In 1982, a wealthy businessman quietly set up a philanthropic foundation. His goal was to secretly give away his entire fortune. Now, 38 years later, he has achieved his goal at the age of 89.
Chuck Feeney made his money in the duty-free shopping business, building a nest egg of $8 billion over the course of his life.
After coining the phrase “giving while living, the elderly businessman told the Guardian that he was very happy with “completing this on my watch.” He urged other super-rich folks not to wait until after they have passed away to experience the joy of giving away their fortunes.
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