http://www.buzzfeed.com/rosiegray/exclusive-emails-reveal-deceased-hedge-fund-manager-refused "From: Robert W. Wilson To: Bill Gates Sent: Saturday, June 19, 2010 4:15 PM Subject: Re: Giving Pledge discussion Mr. Gates, thanks much for your email. But as my previous email indicated, I wouldnât have much fun or add much value to this group. You, being a liberal, think you can change people more than I think. But let me make one comment. When I talk to young people who seem destined for great success, I tell them to forget about charities and giving. Concentrate on your family and getting richâwhich I found very hard work. I personally and the world at large are very glad you were more interested in computer software than the underprivileged when you were young. And donât forget that those who donât make money never become philanthropists. When rich people reach 50 and are beginning to slow down is the time to begin engaging them in philanthropy. Iâd greatly appreciate just leaving it at that. Cordially" LOL