I’ve always viewed my philanthropy as a way to help reduce the awful inequities I see around the world. I also feel a responsibility to give my wealth back to society in ways that do the most good for the most people. But I started looking at the world through a new lens recently. Read my look at the year ahead at https://gatesnot.es/3vcu0he.

Seeing the athleticism and passion on display during the World Cup the last month, I understand why soccer has earned the nickname “the beautiful game.” What makes soccer even more beautiful is the positive impact it can have off the field. There may be no better example of this than the work of a unique non-profit organization called Grassroot Soccer, which uses the incredible popularity of the game to help young people across Africa navigate some of their toughest health challenges. Learn more at https://gatesnot.es/3Y90bLz

Growing up in a rural community in South Africa with high rates of HIV and TB, Dr. Nonhlanhla Yende-Zuma could have been just another statistic. Instead, she became a world-class statistician who is using her expertise to save lives around the globe. Learn more at https://gatesnot.es/3u3LOut

There are few things I love more than discovering a new book to read. And in communities around the world, one of the best ways to find a new book is through a @littlefreelibrary5240.