Do you have a generous heart? Discovering your philanthropic purpose, and honing the tools and resources to act on that purpose, takes consideration and contemplation. Done properly, this work is a gift to yourself and to the world. Philanthropy is an expression of thanks and hope that we can create change on the issues that matter to us - and a personal philanthropic plan enables us to live our legacies while we're still alive. Yet, when done without...

Philanthropy has existed in various forms in all cultures and civilizations throughout history, yet most people know little about it and its distinctive place in our lives. Why does philanthropy exist? Why do people so often turn to philanthropy when we want to make the world a better place? In essence, what is philanthropy? These fundamental questions are tackled in this engaging and original book. Written by one of the founding figures in the field...

When the coronavirus pandemic took hold early in 2020, charities were among the first to respond to the resulting social and economic distress. But recent scandals and a more critical climate have overshadowed the vital role they play. What Have Charities Ever Done for Us? rebalances the debate, using case studies and interviews to illustrate how charities support people and communities, foster heritage and culture and pioneer responses to crucial...

Commodifying Seniors is an East-West perspective on seniors. The writing emphasizes different lenses and different perceptions of seniors and caregivers in a conversational and experiential format. Issues are presented and solutions sought. The idea is to build awareness that 'Senior Is Not Senile' and there is 'No Mental Menopause.'

Meet the men and women whose deeply personal philanthropy is dramatically changing the way we think about giving There are 8.6 million millionaires in the United States, and these numbers are set to rise in what will be the biggest intergenerational wealth transfer in history. As $41 trillion dollars (or over three times the national GDP) moves from the World War II generation to their baby- boomer children over the next couple of decades, it will...

"Presents the life and accomplishments of the nun who helped the poor around the world." --

This book can change your life! It is a powerful, and overwhelmingly persuasive introduction to Neville Goddard's cosmic philosophy. Widely known as one of the most practical and dynamic spiritual thinkers of our time Neville challenges you to put his ideas to the test in Your Faith Is Your Fortune. Learn to apply Neville's timeless principles right now to improve your life, finances, social standing, and sense of purpose as well as the lives of...

Once largely confined to the biggest cities in the mid-Atlantic and Great Lakes states, philanthropic foundations now play a significant role in nearly every state. Wide-ranging and incisive, the essays in American Philanthropic Foundations: Regional Difference and Change examine the origins, development, and accomplishments of philanthropic foundations in key cities and regions of the United States. Each contributor assesses foundation efforts...

Although welfare reform is currently the government's top priority, most discussions about the public's responsibility to the poor neglect an informed historical perspective. This important book provides a crucial examination of past attempts, both in this country and abroad, to balance the efforts of private charity and public welfare. The prominent historians in this collection demonstrate how solutions to poverty are functions of culture, religion,...

In her own words, Mother Teresa shares what has led her to do her extraordinary charitable work. A look at her everyday life -- at the self-sacrifices that give her the strength to move mountains -- this book gives voice to a remarkable spirit.