Bernard Osher's donation to the California community college system is a historical one.
California business magnate Bernard Osher, now 80 years old, has said he hopes to live long enough to give away his entire fortune. He's well on his way. Business Week magazine last year estimated his net worth at $900 million and his lifetime giving at $805 million.
Now Osher has extended his generosity to California community college students. Osher has pledged $50 million to launch a California Community Colleges Scholarship Endowment, the largest gift ever made to a community college system. His commitment is historic and welcome in a number of ways.

