Gates, Norway Team for Global Vaccine Donations The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the nation of Norway, announce a $1 billion donation to support childhood vaccinations globally over 10 years. The Gates Foundation had already donated $750 million in 2000 toward research and delivery of vaccines.

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Gates, Norway Team for Global Vaccine Donations

January 25, 200512:00 AM ET

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The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the nation of Norway, announce a $1 billion donation to support childhood vaccinations globally over 10 years. The Gates Foundation had already donated $750 million in 2000 toward research and delivery of vaccines.