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Philanthropy is in the DNA of my family.
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The speaker describes philanthropy as a deeply rooted family tradition. “DNA” is used metaphorically: charitable giving feels like an inherited part of the family’s identity, rather than an occasional or separate activity.
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- The Giving Pledge
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- Official Statement
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