Lance Armstrong Starts Global Cancer-Prevention Effort
Lance Armstrong told participants at the Clinton Global Initiative that he is returning to professional cycling to promote global efforts to prevent and treat cancer. “By racing the bicycle all over the world is the best way to promote this initiative; it’s the best way to get the word out,” he…
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Rock Star Admonishes Wealthy Countries
The U2 frontman and antipoverty advocate Bono chastised rich nations for not doing more to alleviate world poverty, fight diseases, and promote education. During a panel at the Clinton Global Initiative, the rock star complained about what he described as global stinginess. He said if America can…
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Clinton Makes Call for Philanthropy
At the start of the Clinton Global Initiative, Bill Clinton called on philanthropists, corporate chief executives, and others to continue to give despite the financial crisis that looms over the event. “My belief is the purpose for which we have gathered — to enable more citizens through…
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Former Presidents Create Hurricane-Relief Fund
Former presidents Bill Clinton and George H. W. Bush announced today the creation of a new fund to help victims of the hurricanes that recently ravaged Texas and other parts of the Gulf Coast. “Here we are again,” Mr. Bush quipped, “the political odd couple.” Mr. Bush, the father of the current…
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The Gateses and Howard Buffett Pledge $75-Million to Anti-Hunger Effort
$75-million pledged to anti-hunger effort
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Bill Clinton to Kick Off Philanthropy Conference
This week, former president Bill Clinton gathers world leaders, philanthropists, and celebrities for a meeting in Manhattan to discuss ways to solve global problems. From the Clinton Global Initiative, The Chronicle will update readers on philanthropic pledges made at the event, discussions about…
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Community Foundations And The New York Times
Foundation leader says newspaper article overlooked community funds
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Google Co-Founder Expresses Interest In Supporting Disease Research
Google co-founder interested in Parkinson’s research
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