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Elon Musk’s Foundation Grows to $14 Billion, but Gives Little to Outsiders

The New York Times•Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:57:57 PM
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Elon Musk’s Foundation Grows to $14 Billion, but Gives Little to Outsiders
  • Elon Musk's foundation has grown to $14 billion, yet it has allocated a significant portion of its funds to organizations closely associated with Musk, including a Texas nonprofit led by his aide, which received $370 million last year. This raises questions about the foundation's commitment to broader philanthropic efforts.
  • The limited distribution of funds from Musk's foundation highlights a potential conflict between his wealth accumulation and philanthropic responsibilities, particularly as he continues to amass significant wealth through ventures like Tesla and xAI.
  • This situation reflects ongoing debates about the role of billionaires in philanthropy, particularly regarding the effectiveness and transparency of their charitable contributions, as well as the implications of their wealth on societal issues, such as education and technology.
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