He made $8 billion, then gave nearly all of it away before he died

Charles Feeney put aside his extravagant lifestyle and donated his money anonymously.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story October 13, 2023 Charles Feeney, a tech investor and pioneer of duty-free shops who died Monday at 92, had pledged to donate nearly all of his $8 billion fortune to charity. Brad Vest/The New York Times And he did just that. Read our obituary. → Sign up for the Evening newsletter. Catch up on the biggest news, and wind down to end your day. Get it in your inbox Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT Continue reading the main story Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018