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The Hamptons Billionaires Funding More Than Summer Parties

From Michael Bloomberg to John Paulson, the East End's wealthiest residents are reshaping philanthropy far beyond their summer estates. Meet seven Hamptons-linked foundations backing the Parrish, Southampton Hospital, cancer research, universities and public parks.

The Hamptons Billionaires Funding More Than Summer Parties

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From Michael Bloomberg to John Paulson, the East End's wealthiest residents are reshaping philanthropy far beyond their summer estates.

Meet seven Hamptons-linked foundations backing the Parrish, Southampton Hospital, cancer research, universities and public parks.

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From Michael Bloomberg to John Paulson, the East End's wealthiest residents are reshaping philanthropy far beyond their summer estates. Meet seven Hamptons-linked foundations backing the Parrish, Southampton Hospital, cancer research, universities and public parks.

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