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Doris' life was full of adventure and a few antics. Her life spanned nine decades and she lived through immense trials and triumphs that heavily influenced her. Along the way, she had countless adventures. Hear some of her friends and family share their most memorable stories with Doris. Learn more. I can’t change somebody’s life….
At 82 years young, Doris, big sister of billionaire Warren, was on a mission. When she inherited millions in Berkshire Hathaway stock from a family trust in 1996, instead of clinging to it like a security blanket, she dedicated the rest of her life to giving it away—all of it—mostly to individuals in trouble through no fault of their own.
Doris Buffett. Doris Eleanor Buffett (February 12, 1928 – August 4, 2020) was an American philanthropist. She was also known as the 'retail' philanthropist. She was the founder of The Sunshine Lady Foundation, The Learning By Giving Foundation, and The Letters Foundation who she co-founded alongside her younger brother, billionaire Warren ...
Doris Buffett and author Michael Zitz sign books inside The Griffin bookshop. At 82 years young, Doris, big sister of billionaire Warren, was on a mission. When she inherited millions in Berkshire Hathaway stock from a family trust in 1996, instead of clinging to it like a security blanket, she dedicated the rest of her life to giving it away ...
Doris’ Life in Photos & Video. Doris and her grandson Alex at Susie Buffett's wedding at the Metropolitan Club in New York City. Doris was a curious young woman and always loved getting involved in her community. Doris never stopped reading the incoming letters from her Letters Foundation. Doris loved being silly with her friends and family.
The older sister of billionaire investor Warren Buffett, Doris passed away August 4, 2020. Her charitable impact on the greater Fredericksburg region is indelible. One of the most powerful aspects of philanthropy is its power to transform. Something of an iconoclast in the world of charitable giving, she gave to others in a very personal and ...
