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It is logical for a U.S. person to give their money away while they are alive, as the government will take it from you when you die in taxes.
People who have money have an obligation. I wouldn't say I'm entitled to tell them what to do with it but to use it wisely.
People used to ask me how I got my jollies, and I guess I'm happy when what I'm doing is helping people and unhappy when what I'm doing isn't helping people.
I'm a competitive type of person, whether it's playing a game of basketball or playing business games.
I was with a special services unit in the Korean war, and when I got out, the biggest thing I got was a GI scholarship.
I happen to enjoy grilled cheese and tomato sandwiches.
When you are 81 years old, you don't really need a lot of the trappings of wealth.
Most large companies structure their affairs so that they minimize their tax payments. As long as you do it within the law, it's OK.
I was raised as a Catholic, but I got up to go to church because I thought I'd be hit by a bolt of lightning if I didn't.
I'd be the last guy to tell a wealthy person what to do with their money. They're entitled to do whatever they want.
I want the last cheque I write to bounce.
I cannot think of a more personally rewarding and appropriate use of wealth than to give while one is living.
I set out to work hard, not to get rich.
I believe strongly in 'giving while living.' I see little reason to delay giving when so much good can be achieved through supporting worthwhile causes today. Besides, it's a lot more fun to give while you live than to give while you are dead.
When you've got the money, you spend it. When you've spent it all, let someone else get going and spend theirs.
There has to be a balance in life. A balance of business, family, and the opportunity to learn and teach.
I became convinced that there was greater satisfaction from giving my money away and seeing something come out of the ground, like a hospital or a university.
I don't dislike money, but there's only so much money you can use.
On why he has donated $600 million to selected charities. I simply decided I had enough money.
I had one idea that never changed in my mind - that you should use your wealth to help people.
