Bill Gates new program to feed the hungry

The endless and increasing problem of poverty is an issue that I deeply care about and am interested in.  I read an article about Bill Gates' new program to relieve poverty in Africa by focusing on helping small farmers in Africa.  Bill Gates and Howard Buffett are giving over 75 million dollars to African farmers, in hopes that they will use this money to grow crops for the U.N.'s World Food Program, thereby feeding their starving neighbors.  The money given by Gates and Buffett won't necessarily just be used to buy crops.  The money will be used to educate these farmers so they can get off to a better start, and maintain their success.  This is a brand new idea on how to solve hunger.  This article was very interesting and relieving to read.  The idea that the richest man in America is still down to earth enough to put so much time and money into this worth while cause is refreshing.  It's so easy to only think about yourself sometimes, which is why Bill Gates should be looked up to and applauded for his example of selflessness.  Another reason that this is relieving to me is because Bill Gates is obviously a very smart and successful man, and I have confidence that he can innovate a program that could be revolutionary.  I believe that Bill Gates combination of money, humbleness, intelligence will create a very high impact program.

Walt, Vivienne. "Can Bill Gates Help Africa Feed Itself?" Time world. 24 September. 2008. Time. 25 Sept. 2008.