No it doesn't, because at the end those kids will get 29 million dollars worth of materials and educational resources. I wish more PR moves were about donating and helping those in need.
It does to me because I value selfless donations more than those with an ulterior motive. Of course a donation to a noble cause is always a good thing regardless of that but it doesn't mean that you shouldn't discuss its motives.
I don't think anybody here is arguing that this donation is a bad thing.
I disagree. Regardless of intentions, the projects received money they otherwise may not have. Everyone knows this was likely for the attention, but look at what that PR desperation accomplished.