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Jeff Bezos Pledges $2 Billion Toward Education and Homelessness
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is the richest man in the world by an astronomical margin. The wealth that Bezos has amassed hasn’t come without controversy, as many critics point to poor working conditions at his facilities while others say he doesn’t do enough for the public good. It seems that Bezos is attempting to quell that chatter as he announced the launch of the Day One Fund in order to start preschools and assist homeless families. The fund will help organizations and shelters provide services for homeless families and will put money toward building a network of free Montessori-like schools for underprivileged communities. “If our own great-grandchildren don’t have lives…
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Michael Jordan Donates $7M to Charlotte Clinics
In the past, many have criticized Michael Jordan for staying silent during trying times that affect people who mostly purchase his products. However, Michael Jordan is putting his money where the critic’s mouths are, as he reportedly donated seven million dollars to clinics in at-risk communities located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Jordan and his brand are set to work with Novant Health, who announced Jordan’s donation earlier Monday. Jordan spokesperson Estee Portnoy said that their company and Novant began working together a few years ago, as Jordan was in search of ways he could help poor and disadvantaged communities in Charlotte. Portnoy noted that Jordan “really wanted to do something…
