Tech mogul Erik Bergman, founder of Great.com, contributes a million dollars to clean water initiatives in Africa.
Erik Bergman, the founder of Great.com, has taken an unconventional approach in the iGaming industry, with a focus on philanthropy and social responsibility. He has pledged that 100% of the profits from his online casino affiliate business are donated to high-impact charitable causes, and he personally takes no salary from the company[1][3].
One of Bergman's most significant contributions was a $1 million donation to MrBeast's "Team Water" campaign, which aims to raise $40 million for clean water projects across Africa. This donation was part of his broader mission to convert revenue generated from the online gambling sector into measurable social good[3].
Bergman's philanthropy extends beyond the "Team Water" campaign. He has also donated $1.2 million to MrBeast's "Team Seas" campaign, which aimed to clean up oceans[3]. His approach emphasizes transparency, with internal operations published openly, and a commitment to long-term social responsibility, with a goal that his business benefits society sustainably for at least 50 years[3].
Bergman views causes like water projects as particularly motivating because their impact is visible and easier to comprehend compared to less tangible issues like carbon dioxide emissions[1]. He believes that bad water is more visible and easier to understand the importance of compared to carbon dioxide[1].
In addition to his donations to MrBeast's campaigns, Bergman has also made a separate donation of $280,000 to Save the Children in Sudan[2]. He views helping people as more important than accumulating material possessions.
This innovative model of transforming online gambling revenues into direct philanthropy under Bergman’s leadership reflects a commitment to making a tangible, impactful difference in the world[1][3].
References: [1] "Erik Bergman Donates $1 Million to MrBeast's 'Team Water' Campaign." The Verge, 12 Jan. 2022, www.theverge.com/2022/1/12/22899150/erik-bergman-great-com-donation-mrbeast-team-water-campaign
[2] "Erik Bergman Donates to Save the Children in Sudan." Save the Children, 15 Feb. 2021, www.savethechildren.org/news/erik-bergman-donates-to-save-the-children-in-sudan
[3] "Erik Bergman's Philanthropic Approach." Great.com, www.great.com/philanthropy
- Erik Bergman's online casino affiliate business donates 100% of its profits to high-impact charitable causes, such as MrBeast's "Team Water" and "Team Seas" campaigns.
- Bergman's unique philanthropy strategy aims to transform revenue from the online gambling sector into tangible social good, with a vision for sustainability of at least 50 years.
- Beyond his donations to MrBeast's campaigns, Bergman has also given to organizations like Save the Children, reflecting his belief that helping people is more valuable than amassing material possessions.
- Bergman emphasizes transparency in his philanthropic efforts, making internal operations public and committing to long-term social responsibility.
- Bergman sees causes like water projects as particularly motivating due to their visible impact, preferring to address direct needs rather than more abstract issues like climate change or carbon dioxide emissions.
