Indonesia & United States 2 Billionaires with Combined $125 Billion Fortune Tanoto Foundation & Gates Foundation Sign MoU to Advance Healthcare, Nutrition & Education and to Strengthen Philanthropic Ecosystem in Asia, Foundations are by Indonesia Billionaire & Founder of $35 Billion Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) Sukanto Tanoto with $20 Billion Fortune & Microsoft Bill Gates with $105 Billion Fortune
13th May 2025 | Hong Kong
Indonesia & United States 2 billionaires with combined $125 billion fortune Tanoto Foundation & Gates Foundation have signed a MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) to advance healthcare, nutrition & education and to strengthen the philanthropic ecosystem in Asia. The 2 foundations are by Indonesia billionaire & founder of Royal Golden Eagle (RGE, $35 billion assets) Sukanto Tanoto with $20 billion fortune and Microsoft founder & billionaire Bill Gates with $105 billion fortune. Announcement (6/5/25): “Tanoto Foundation and Gates Foundation today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaborative efforts aimed at unlocking human potential and helping communities thrive across Asia. The MoU brings together the two foundations’ shared commitment and experience in advancing healthcare, nutrition, education, and strengthening the philanthropic ecosystem in the region. Through this partnership, the two foundations build on their existing relationship to collaborate and work together to identify, design, and implement joint initiatives in areas including Public health and healthcare delivery; Maternal and child nutrition; Access to quality education and; Strengthening philanthropic ecosystem and capacity-building in Asia … … Each project under this partnership will be governed by its own specific agreement, which will outline the objectives, scope, budget, roles, and responsibilities of both parties. These project-specific agreements will also reflect a shared commitment to the principle of ensuring that innovations, knowledge, and solutions developed are affordable and accessible to the communities that need them the most. Both organizations have a long-standing commitment to addressing systemic societal issues. Tanoto Foundation has over 40 years of experience working across Asia to support education systems, healthcare innovation, and leadership development, while the Gates Foundation has been instrumental in global efforts to eradicate diseases, expand financial inclusion, and improve agricultural productivity.”
“ Indonesia & United States 2 Billionaires with Combined $125 Billion Fortune Tanoto Foundation & Gates Foundation Sign MoU to Advance Healthcare, Nutrition & Education and to Strengthen Philanthropic Ecosystem in Asia, Foundations are by Indonesia Billionaire & Founder of $35 Billion Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) Sukanto Tanoto with $20 Billion Fortune & Microsoft Bill Gates with $105 Billion Fortune “
Belinda Tanoto, member of the Board of Trustees, Tanoto Foundation: ”This partnership is a significant step toward unlocking new possibilities for systems change in Asia and builds on our existing impactful programs. In today’s rapidly changing world, the challenges we face are complex and interconnected, from widening funding gaps to the rising disparity between rich and poor. No single organization, no matter how large or resourceful, can tackle these issues alone. That’s why collaboration is so critical. By partnering with like-minded organizations like the Gates Foundation, we can leverage our collective strengths to catalyze lasting change. We believe that when we invest in people, we unlock human potential and transform futures. Through collaboration, we can work together to create more impactful, sustainable solutions that reach the communities that need them the most.”
Hari Menon, Director, South and Southeast Asia of the Gates Foundation: “The Gates Foundation emphasized the importance of long-term partnerships in driving meaningful change. Collaboration with local and regional partners is key to achieving lasting impact. We’re excited to deepen our partnership with the Tanoto Foundation, building on the important work we have done together, starting from our nutrition partnership in Indonesia. By bringing together our complementary strengths, networks, and regional expertise, we can accelerate progress and help improve the lives of millions across Asia.”
Indonesia & United States 2 Billionaires with Combined $125 Billion Fortune Tanoto Foundation & Gates Foundation Sign MoU to Advance Healthcare, Nutrition & Education and to Strengthen Philanthropic Ecosystem in Asia, Foundations are by Indonesia Billionaire & Founder of $35 Billion Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) Sukanto Tanoto with $20 Billion Fortune & Microsoft Bill Gates with $105 Billion Fortune
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