Chuck Feeney Quotes

I had one idea that never changed in my mind - that you should use your wealth to help people.

There has to be a balance in life. A balance of business, family, and the opportunity to learn and teach.

I’m happy when what I’m doing is helping people and unhappy when what I’m doing isn’t helping people.

On why he has donated $600 million to selected charities. I simply decided I had enough money.

There is nothing wrong with a big bet, if a big bet is a good bet.

I set out to work hard, not to get rich.

I believe strongly in 'giving while living.' I see little reason to delay giving when so much good can be achieved through supporting worthwhile causes today.

I cannot think of a more personally rewarding and appropriate use of wealth than to give while one is living.... Interventions have greater value and impact today than if they are delayed.

When you've got the money, you spend it. When you've spent it all, let someone else get going and spend theirs.

I cannot think of a more personally rewarding and appropriate use of wealth than to give while one is living - to personally devote oneself to meaningful efforts to improve the human condition. More importantly, today's needs are so great and varied that intelligent philanthropic support and positive interventions can have greater value and impact today than if they are delayed when the needs are greater.