This is Howard Buffett, Warren Buffett’s middle son. He is 71 years old. He dropped out of college three times. He drinks Dr Pepper and like his father, looks for a McDonald’s wherever he travels.
Since the beginning of the war, his foundation has become the largest private donor to Ukraine: $1.4 billion. Over four years, he has personally visited Ukraine 27 times.
In April 2022, he saw burned-out agricultural machinery all over Ukraine and called the president of John Deere:
“How many combines are available in Europe?”
“Fifteen. All of them were supposed to go to Russia.”
“I’ll take them all. Ship them to Ukraine.”
Then came all the available New Holland equipment in Europe. Altogether, more than 100 tractors and combines have been provided to Ukrainian farmers. Free.
He tested de-mining equipment on his farm in Illinois, detonating explosives beneath rollers. When someone asked if blowing up his own tractors to find a solution was worth it, Buffett replied:
“Stop counting my tractors. If necessary, I’ll blow up a thousand of them.”
When he heard about the "Superhumans" project, the medical program to provide arms and legs for soldiers who have lost theirs, they asked if he'd be willing to kickstart the program with $1 million. Buffett asked how much was needed to build the entire center.
“$14 million" was the answer.
He replied: “Okay. Build it.”
Today, his support for Superhumans has reached $77 million, and the center has treated almost 2,000 wounded soldiers and civilians who have lost limbs due to the war.
But his largest area of spending is neither agricultural machinery nor prosthetics.
It is food: 642 million meals.
He has built, stocked and staffed mobile kitchens that go into areas where civilians, often very elderly, whose homes have been destroyed by Russian bombing.
Real help from a person who has no personal motivation to profit from Ukraine. He simply chooses to help.
Prayer for Aug 10—Global: Amid news of disaster & conflict & heartbreak, pray for peace. Pray that the Father would give each of us a burden for peace, a longing for peace & justice. Pray that those who follow Christ would have the courage, strength & wisdom to work for peace.
@gsmithcog Exactly! Think long term (in human cycles) = the climate question windmills are helping slow down. Since Germany recycles 90% of old windmill remains already, statements like Peters are missleading. Burning or upscaling them presently ... Humans have clever ideas all day long :)
It is Easter - JESUS IS RISEN INDEED!
But yet, there is real war going on in this World we live in. I appreciate this perspective of Lecrae and feel it does justice to a follower of Jesus
What They're Not Telling You About the War with Iran.. https://t.co/GKaB2UmUFE via @YouTube
Three years of war. Three years of sacrifice. Three years of courage.
Ukraine has shielded Moldova from the horrors of war. We will never forget. Our hearts, our homes, and our support remain with the people of Ukraine.
Слава Україні!
Prayer for Feb 20—Ukraine/Germany: Praise God for the Church of God in Calw, Germany, a vibrant community of local German and Ukrainian believers. Give thanks for the leaders, who are doing an incredible job of challenging the new generation about their witness to the world.
Das war schön, im November 2023 diese Feier zu besuchen in Curitiba, Brasilien! Danke nochmal für die Einladung :) Gottes Segen über die nächsten Jahrzehnte...
https://t.co/v0SjiokG6S
Prayer for Jan 19—Germany: Pray for the German Youth Event, Jan 24-25, in Braunschweig, Germany. 7 CHOG regional youth groups are coming together for something fresh and challenging. 3 youth camps, each with a different focus, will follow this initiative over the next 6 months.
Today, we continue to intercede for our brothers & sisters affected by disasters & violent conflicts around the world. In this video, we hear about how Church of God congregations & partners in Lebanon are responding with Christ’s compassion, caring for displaced families.
Such a special visit - starting up a new School and supporting the Churches and Leaders in Uganda - come, hear and enjoy the fellowship at our Church in Hannover, Sunday, 27th of Oct. 19.00h
One million newly displaced people in Lebanon, one million lives shattered. Heart for Lebanon is on ground responding to this humanitarian crisis. Every act of kindness wipes away the tears of those in pain.
#PrayforLebanon#HeartforLebanon#peace
Prayer for Sept 22—Germany: Pray for the General Assembly of the Church of God in Germany meeting this month to discuss many important topics related to future ministry in Germany and beyond.