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Giving It All Away: Bill Cummings on The Giving Pledge, Philanthropy & Legacy
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June 20, 2026
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14:00Now PlayingIn this thought-provoking conversation, Bill Cummings joins Luisa Kroll to discuss the principles, motivations, and impact of strategic philanthropy.
Bill Cummings shares why he and his wife made the decision decades ago to give away their entire fortune and how joining the The Giving Pledge aligned with values they had long embraced. He explains how the initiative has helped normalize large-scale charitable giving and encouraged other wealthy individuals to commit to philanthropy.
The discussion also provides an inside look at the unique grantmaking model of the Cummings Foundation. Rather than relying solely on staff, the foundation empowers nearly 180 community volunteers—including nurses, firefighters, educators, and other local leaders—to evaluate hundreds of nonprofit applications through a rigorous four-stage review process.
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