With Exceptional Wealth Comes Exceptional Responsibility

Chuck Feeney’s stealthy giving earned him a nickname: “the James Bond of Philanthropy.” Atlantic Philanthropies

May the exceptionally wealthy take note of the example set by Chuck Feeney. Only once have we used the word billionaire in these pages, but a couple of times we pointed to this remarkable man who gave away all his billions while alive, and now that story is complete:

Chuck Feeney’s Legacy Is a Lesson for America’s Billionaires

Yes, the man avoided taxes, but he gave away his fortune, seeking nothing in return.

The selfless billionaire is a rare creature indeed. Chuck Feeney, who died on Monday at the age of 92, was one of them. Continue reading