Education and philanthropy go hand-in-hand. Both are key parts of the foundation for change and contribute to enriching lives, instilling a sense of wellbeing, and investing in the vision of a better world for future generations. Most philanthropists make these charitable efforts domestically in the form of endowments and scholarships, but many have recognized the disparity between the wealth of natural resources and the education of the people in developing nations and put their funds into programs that bridge that gap. Several philanthropists, including Bill Gates, Carlos Slim Helú, Azim Premji and Sukanto Tanoto have demonstrated the benefits of this type of giving. A balance of both types of giving is a very effective approach and empowers people across the world to make positive changes.