The giving Back Awards: 15 People Who Make America Great

 

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He's upholding the tradition for the most famous surname in American philanthropy. He gives millions to art-education outreach, medical research and fighting AIDS in Africa.

Ted Turner
International Security

Fearful of the apocalypse (seriously; check out his Web site), he's given $1.25 billion in global aid and founded the Nuclear Threat Initiative to ensure no one launches nukes.

Oprah Winfrey
Disaster Relief

Her Angel Network has raised $50 million for Third World schools, $10 million for Katrina and $1 million for tsunami aid. In her spare time, she enjoys giving away Pontiacs.

Tiger Woods
Youth Education

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