Warren Buffett has made a significant charitable contribution of $6 billion, comprising 12.4 million Class B Berkshire Hathaway shares aimed at supporting five charities. The largest recipient is the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust, which will receive approximately 9.4 million shares valued at $4.6 billion. Buffett, who has a net worth of $152 billion, reaffirmed his long-standing pledge from 2006 to donate most of his fortune to charitable endeavors. He noted that through his philanthropic giving, the foundations have collectively received shares worth about $60 billion, showcasing a remarkable increase in value since his original pledge.
Warren Buffett's recent donation of $6 billion in shares exemplifies his commitment to philanthropy and his pledge to give away the majority of his fortune.
Buffett announced the donation of 12.4 million Class B shares, with significant portions directed to prominent foundations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust.
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