What would I do with a million dollars?
It's clear that a million bucks isn't what it used to be. In any case, you definitely cannot go wild and start spending indiscriminately, whether you have toiled and raised a million dollars or have gotten a windfall.
First and foremost, I'll place the funds in a trust, just in case something happens to me before I get a chance to put my plans into effect. I will leave a fourth of this money to my family (immediate and extended), which will be more than enough for them to live comfortably in our local currency. The rest will be donated to other charities.
Secondly, I would build a school for people who cannot afford to pay for an education. I also want to make this self-sustaining by asking successful students to contribute whatever amount back to the school, although this will not be obligatory. This will allow them to realize that they are also helping other people's education.
I'd also acquire a farm, make it self-sufficient by cultivating fruits and vegetables, raise chickens and pigs, and then turn it into a sanctuary for stray dogs and other animals. I'll recruit homeless individuals (sadly, I'll only be able to aid a few) to look after the farm while also providing them with a place to live.
