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OpenAI's Greg Brockman gives millions to save eagles Jackie and Shadow's home

Greg Brockman and his wife Anna donated five point five million dollars to save shoreline forest. This significant contribution helped secure ten million dollars for land conservation efforts. The land, which is home to rare species, will now be protected from development. Over twenty-five thousand small donors also contributed to the successful fundraising campaign. Meanwhile, the eagle…

OpenAI's Greg Brockman gives millions to save eagles Jackie and Shadow's home

In a dramatic turn of events, OpenAI co-founder and president Greg Brockman and his wife Anna have donated $5.5 million to save the home of two eagles, Jackie and Shadow, in Fawnskin, California. This generous contribution has helped Friends of Big Bear Valley reach their $10 million fundraising goal, enabling the San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust to purchase the Moon Camp property.

The land, which lies along the last undeveloped stretch of Big Bear Lake's shoreline, is crucial for the eagles, San Bernardino flying squirrels, and a rare endemic plant. The donation was made just days before the deadline, preventing the shoreline forest from being turned into luxury homes and a marina. Anna Brockman expressed that the couple was inspired by the eagles' perseverance and connection to nature, while the donation included over 25,000 small donors, all contributing to the well-being of Jackie and Shadow.

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