Research Target: Those Philanthropists that Behave Like Bill Gates

Bill Gates’ philanthropic efforts have helped save over 5.8 Million lives 14th January 2012 by Drew Olanoff. Microsoft founder and former CEO Bill Gates has become well-known for his efforts in raising money and awarenessfor charities via the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. According to the below infographic, he has given $28 Billion to charity since 2007, which is 48% of his net-worth. The Gates Foundation has focused on eradicating Malaria, helping third-world countries grow rice, and a crusade to end Polio. Gates is carving out his legacy with his post-Microsoft efforts, which are both admirable and impressive.