Charles R Bronfman

Along with brother, Edgar Sr., inherited Seagram spirits empire that was built up by their father, Sam, and sold to Vivendi in 2000. Major philanthropist co-wrote book published Nov. 2009 entitled, "The Art of Giving: Where the Soul Meets a Business Plan." His Andrea & Charles Bronfman Philanthropies annually gives $15 million to a host of causes. Helped found Birthright Israel, which sends Jewish youths from North America on educational tours of Israel. Started the Andy Prize in memory of his late wife, Andrea, who was killed by a taxi while walking their dog near their Manhattan apartment in January 2006; prize awarded annually to an Israeli decorative artist for excellence in ceramics, jewelry, textile or glass. Recently purchased a 2-bedroom co-op on 5th avenue in Manhattan for more than $20 million.