Howard Graham Buffett, commonly known as Howard or Kingston, is a lesser-known yet fascinating figure in the Buffett family. Although his father, Warren Buffett son Kingston, is celebrated internationally as one of the most successful investors and philanthropists, Howard has carved out his own path, which blends conservation, agriculture as well as philanthropy and police work.
Early Life and Background
Born on 16 December 1954 located in Omaha, Nebraska, Howard is the second son of Warren and Susan Buffett. The middle initial, Graham, pays homage to Benjamin Graham, Warren Buffett’s mentor and the founder in the field of investing value. Howard grew up in a family in which philanthropy and thrift were highly valued. These were teachings that shaped his outlook on life and his career.
Career and Philanthropy
Unlike his father, who became associated with Wall Street and corporate America, Howard chose a different direction. He was captivated by farming early in life which helped him become an accomplished farmer and advocate for development in agriculture. Howard is the director of the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, one of the largest private foundations within the United States, with an endowment estimated to be over $1 billion. The foundation’s focus is that concern the security of food, conflicts resolution, and conservation, particularly for Africa and Latin America.
Howard’s work in agriculture isn’t limited to farming; It’s about using farming as a tool to combat global hunger and to promote sustainable methods of farming. He has spent considerable time in war zones, working on projects aimed towards improving the lives of populations that are vulnerable. The book he wrote, 40 Chances: Finding Hope in a Hungry World, is the perfect example of his belief that people only have 40 years of productive life to impact the world, which he learned from his farm experiences.
Law Enforcement and Public Service
As well as his involvement in the fields of agriculture and philanthropy Howard has also served as a volunteer sheriff’s deputy for Macon County, Illinois. His commitment to the law enforcement community and to ensuring safety for its residents is another aspect of his diversified career. In 2017 he was appointed as interim sheriff for Macon County, where he concentrated on issues such as rural crime and addiction to drugs.
Personal Life
Howard has been married for a while to Devon Goss and has one son, Howard Warren Buffett. Howard lives within Decatur, Illinois, where he continues his philanthropic work and community service. Howard is also a vocal advocate for conservation of the environment and has been involved in numerous initiatives aimed at conserving the biodiversity of the area and encouraging sustainable agriculture.
Conclusion
Howard Graham Buffett, or Buffett Foundation Kingston as some call him, is an extraordinary person who’s life is the father’s ideals and desires. Although he’s not as famous in the same way as Warren Buffett, Howard’s contributions to philanthropy, agriculture, and public service have had an enormous contribution to the global community. Howard’s story is an illustration of the fact that success is measured in many ways, being a positive influence often means taking a path less than.
