'We are governed by a humbling belief that it would be better if disproportionate wealth were not concentrated in a small number of hands,' the billionaire said.
to 500 organizations, saying the donations were meant to support groups tackling “complex challenges that require sustained effort over many years.” The beneficiaries included environmental groups, human rights and social justice organizations, and the donations have largely been unrestricted, meaning the recipient organizations can use the money as they see fit.
She pointed specifically to a recent rise in discrimination and hate crimes against ethnic and religious minorities, particularly in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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