What is the name of the foundation this article is centered around?
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
what is the shortened name?
BMGF
who founded the foundation?
Bill and Melinda Gates
When did it launch?
2000
how much was Warren Buffet worth in 2008 approximately
US$62 billion
as of what day?
April 16, 2008
how much did he pledge to BMGF
10 million Berkshire Hathaway Class B shares
at one time?
no
what was the first year's contribution?
500,000
worth how much?
US$1.5 billion
how many conditions were there for buffet's contribution?
three
How long did Buffett give for the third condition to be met?
two years
what year did he announce another donation?
2013
what month?
July
worth how much?
$2 billion
who has to be alive in order for buffet to make his pledge?
Bill or Melinda Gates
Will he make the contribution if they are alive, but not active?
no
Does the foundation have to qualify as a charity?
yes