2025: Manhattan Voted Michael Bloomberg Best Philanthropist!
Michael Bloomberg
25 E 78th St
(212) 205-0100 – bloomberg.org
True leadership shines brightest when paired with generosity, and this year’s Philanthropist honoree exemplifies both. Through decades of impactful giving and forward-thinking initiatives, Michael Bloomberg has redefined what it means to use success for the greater good. His dedication spans public health, education, the environment, and the arts—empowering communities and driving measurable change worldwide. Whether funding life-saving research, supporting global climate action, or improving urban innovation, his philanthropy demonstrates an unwavering belief in progress through purpose. By transforming vision into tangible results, he has inspired countless others to give back and take action. His legacy continues to remind the world that meaningful change doesn’t happen by chance—it happens when compassion meets commitment and leadership is guided by service.
2024: Manhattan Voted Michael Bloomberg Best Philanthropist!
Michael Bloomberg
25 E 78th St
(212) 205-0100 – bloomberg.org
An entrepreneur and three-term mayor of New York City, Michael Bloomberg is known throughout the world for more than just these amazing business and political accomplishments. His innovations in government and philanthropy have made him a global leader on so many important issues facing the United States and the world. Through his foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Bloomberg has contributed billions of dollars to support the arts, education, environment, public health and programs all aimed at improving city governments around the world. His vision for a better world may one day become a reality through his passion, dedication and leadership.
2023: Manhattan Voted Michael Bloomberg Best Philanthropist!
Michael Bloomberg
25 E 78th St
(212) 205-0100 – bloomberg.org
Former New York City mayor and businessman Michael Bloomberg started his namesake philanthropy organization in 2006. After leaving City Hall, Bloomberg began focusing more on philanthropy, which has been a top priority throughout his career. Bloomberg Philanthropies is centered on five key areas: public health, arts and culture, the environment, education and government innovation. These are the five areas that Bloomberg and his team are the most passionate about and also where they believe they can achieve the “greatest good.” To date, Bloomberg has donated $8 billion to a variety of causes and organizations. In 2018, Bloomberg Philanthropies donated a total of $767 million. The organization invested that money into 510 cities in 129 countries around the world.
2022: Manhattan Voted Michael Bloomberg Best Philanthropist!
Michael Bloomberg
25 E 78th St
(212) 205-0100 – bloomberg.org
Former New York City mayor and businessman Michael Bloomberg started his namesake philanthropy organization in 2006. After leaving City Hall, Bloomberg began focusing more on philanthropy, which has been a top priority throughout his career. Bloomberg Philanthropies is centered on five key areas: public health, arts and culture, the environment, education and government innovation. These are the five areas that Bloomberg and his team are the most passionate about and also where they believe they can achieve the “greatest good.” To date, Bloomberg has donated $8 billion to a variety of causes and organizations. In 2018, Bloomberg Philanthropies donated a total of $767 million. The organization invested that money into 510 cities in 129 countries around the world.
2021: Manhattan Voted Michael Bloomberg Best Philanthropist!
Michael Bloomberg
25 E 78th St
(212) 205-0100 – www.bloomberg.org
Former New York City mayor and businessman Michael Bloomberg started his namesake philanthropy organization in 2006. After leaving City Hall, Bloomberg began focusing more on philanthropy, which has been a top priority throughout his career. Bloomberg Philanthropies is centered on five key areas: public health, arts and culture, the environment, education and government innovation. These are the five areas that Bloomberg and his team are the most passionate about and also where they believe they can achieve the “greatest good.” To date, Bloomberg has donated $8 billion to a variety of causes and organizations. In 2018, Bloomberg Philanthropies donated a total of $767 million. The organization invested that money into 510 cities in 129 countries around the world.
2020: Manhattan Voted Michael Bloomberg Best Philanthropist!
Michael Bloomberg
25 E 78th St
(212) 205-0100 – www.bloomberg.org
Former New York City mayor and businessman Michael Bloomberg started his namesake philanthropy organization in 2006. After leaving City Hall, Bloomberg began focusing more on philanthropy, which has been a top priority throughout his career. Bloomberg Philanthropies is centered on five key areas: public health, arts and culture, the environment, education and government innovation. These are the five areas that Bloomberg and his team are the most passionate about and also where they believe they can achieve the “greatest good.” To date, Bloomberg has donated $8 billion to a variety of causes and organizations. In 2018, Bloomberg Philanthropies donated a total of $767 million. The organization invested that money into 510 cities in 129 countries around the world.