How the richest American ever invented modern giving.
June 17, 2026
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as posted by the channelStephanie Koff and Greg Olear explore the fascinating history of John D. Rockefeller, arguably the wealthiest American in history. While many saw his spending habits as eccentric, his true legacy lies in how he revolutionized generosity. Tired of being hounded for handouts and wary of being taken for a fool, Rockefeller established a sophisticated vetting process for his wealth, inadvertently creating the blueprint for modern philanthropy as we know it today.
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