Jeff Raikes

Jeff Raikes, former CEO of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and Tricia Raikes, co-founder of the Raikes Foundation, share their inspiring journey into philanthropy. They emphasize the importance of proximity to beneficiaries and learning from personal stories. The couple offers key advice for new philanthropists, suggesting a view of giving as an investment in societal change. They stress the need for collaboration in education and highlight the value of curiosity and adaptability for impactful philanthropy.