Some sanitized version of Buddhism, with all traces of Hinduism removed.

I love the glittering temples, temple feasts, meditation ceremonies, etc. here in Thailand.

Or Unitarian Universalists.

Certainly sub groups of religions provide uplift, for example The Salvation Army and of course The Samaritans was born out of a social need identified by individuals in the Anglican Church. Around the world I am sure there are many groups tirelessly working for those in need that are affiliated or funded/supported by religious entities. At grassroots I think many religious individuals are a force for good. At that level it doesn't matter whether they work in the name of Jesus, Allah or The Great Architrave from the Planet Zog. But this is a 'person' thing. We know that institutions create structures for ideologies of all kinds and we know they can be a cover within which all manner of improprieties can exist. I don't know of Bill Gates' religion, if indeed he supports one, but philanthropy seems to be high on his agenda. Perhaps Microsoft could be a New Church. It certainly is for some!

Sure - as long as you don't fly jets into buildings