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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Steffie Banatvala

Inside the village where every child is given £250 thanks to one man’s generosity

Hinrich Frerichs stipulated in his will that his village would benefit from his estate - (Google)

Before farmer Hinrich Frerichs passed away, he wanted to do something positive for his community.

A resident of the small German village of Karlum, he hit upon the idea of using his inheritance to benefit the next generation. Mr Frerichs stipulated in his will that money from his four flats and investments will go towards this end, local outlet SHZ reported.

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