Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy: Million Dollar List

Values-Based Giving

Lisa and Charly Kleissner

The Kleissners have dedicated countless hours and utilized their skills, networks, and know-how to impact what they are passionate about.

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Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy: Million Dollar List

Proudly Not Invented Here

John Simon

What is the best way to help proven nonprofit models spread to new cities? John Simon tried several tactics and then invented a new approach.

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Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy: Million Dollar List

The Buffetts Find "the Sound"

Jennifer and Peter Buffett

A gift from Peter's father led to a period of learning and exploration, and to the creation of the Spirit Foundation.

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The Million Dollar List holds the nation’s most complete data on million dollar gifts.

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The Million Dollar List, compiled by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, documents publicly announced gifts of $1 million or more. The Million Dollar List is not a comprehensive record of all million-dollar-plus gifts.

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