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
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