Buffett and Curry Unite for Philanthropic Auction

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett is relaunching his well-known charity lunch auction, this time collaborating with NBA superstar Stephen Curry. The event will allow the winning bidder and up to seven guests to share a meal with both prominent figures.

The auction is scheduled to take place on eBay, with bidding opening on May 7 and concluding on May 14. The highly anticipated lunch will be held on June 24 in Omaha, Nebraska, the headquarters of Buffett’s company, Berkshire Hathaway.

Benefiting Key Nonprofits

The funds raised from this high-profile auction will support two distinct charitable organizations. One beneficiary is Glide, a San Francisco-based nonprofit dedicated to assisting the poor, homeless, and individuals struggling with substance abuse.

The second organization benefiting is Eat. Learn. Play., which was co-founded by Stephen and Ayesha Curry. This foundation concentrates its efforts on promoting nutritious meals, fostering childhood literacy, and encouraging active lifestyles for children.

Star Power and Shared Goals

The involvement of Stephen Curry, a four-time NBA champion and two-time MVP, is expected to significantly boost the auction's visibility and success. Buffett praised the Golden State Warriors guard, calling him “the hero of millions and millions of people.”

In a joint statement, Stephen and Ayesha Curry expressed optimism that the auction proceeds would significantly aid students and families across the San Francisco area. They emphasized the importance of opportunity, stating, “Access can open doors, but what matters most is what you do with it.”

Buffett's Longstanding Commitment to Charity

Warren Buffett, who is 95, has committed to donating the vast majority of his wealth to philanthropic causes. He maintains a strong belief in the collaborative power of businesses and nonprofits to enact meaningful societal change.

Buffett’s connection to Glide dates back to his first wife, Susan, who introduced him to the charity where she volunteered before her passing in 2004. Buffett shared his admiration for Glide’s former leader, Cecil Williams, who oversaw the organization alongside his late wife, Janice Mirikitani (who passed in 2024 and 2021, respectively).

Buffett recalled Williams’ dedication to the marginalized: “He believed everybody was worthwhile and the world had given up on these people,” Buffett told CNBC. “He never gave up on anybody.”