Read Books Online and Download eBooks, EPub, PDF, Mobi, Kindle, Text Full Free.
Critical Issues In American Philanthropy
Download Critical Issues In American Philanthropy full books in PDF, epub, and Kindle. Read online Critical Issues In American Philanthropy ebook anywhere anytime directly on your device. Fast Download speed and no annoying ads. We cannot guarantee that every ebooks is available!
Book Synopsis Critical Issues in American Philanthropy by : Jon Van Til
Download or read book Critical Issues in American Philanthropy written by Jon Van Til and published by Jossey-Bass. This book was released on 1990-09-19 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Publication of the American Association of Fund-Raising Council Explores the past and present of philanthropy in our society and presents strategies for meeting the challenges of the future.
Download or read book Just Giving written by Rob Reich and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The troubling ethics and politics of philanthropy Is philanthropy, by its very nature, a threat to today’s democracy? Though we may laud wealthy individuals who give away their money for society’s benefit, Just Giving shows how such generosity not only isn’t the unassailable good we think it to be but might also undermine democratic values. Big philanthropy is often an exercise of power, the conversion of private assets into public influence. And it is a form of power that is largely unaccountable and lavishly tax-advantaged. Philanthropy currently fails democracy, but Rob Reich argues that it can be redeemed. Just Giving investigates the ethical and political dimensions of philanthropy and considers how giving might better support democratic values and promote justice.
Book Synopsis Critical Issues in Fund Raising by : Dwight Burlingame
Download or read book Critical Issues in Fund Raising written by Dwight Burlingame and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1997-02-14 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Table of contents
Book Synopsis The Almanac of American Philanthropy by : Karl Zinsmeister
Download or read book The Almanac of American Philanthropy written by Karl Zinsmeister and published by The Philanthropy Roundtable. This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Philanthropy in America is a giant undertaking—every year more than $390 billion is voluntarily given by individuals, foundations, and businesses to a riot of good causes. Donation rates are two to ten times higher in the U.S. than in comparable nations, and privately funded efforts to solve social problems, enrich culture, and strengthen society are among the most significant undertakings in the United States. The Almanac of American Philanthropy was created to serve as the definitive reference on America's distinctive philanthropy. Upon its publication it immediately became the authoritative, yet highly readable, 1,342-page bible of private giving—chronicling the greatest donors in history, the most influential achievements, the essential statistics, and summaries of vital ideas about charitable action. Now there is this new Compact Edition of the Almanac. It offers highlights of the crucial information and fascinating arguments contained in the full-length Almanac, in a condensed format. All updated to 2017!
Book Synopsis Mapping the New World of American Philanthropy by : Susan U. Raymond
Download or read book Mapping the New World of American Philanthropy written by Susan U. Raymond and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-07-10 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for Mapping the New World of American Philanthropy Causes and Consequences of the Transfer of Wealth "This book does a wonderful job of guiding the reader through the increasingly changing world of philanthropy. These changes must drive dramatic change in the not-for-profit sector if it is to respond efficiently and effectively. Only then will we be able to maintain the quality of our society." --Thomas J. Moran, Chairman, President, and CEO of Mutual of America "The Great Wealth Transfer has been a mantra for years for fundraisers and donors alike. What does it really mean? Susan Raymond and Mary Beth Martin bring rigorous analysis and profound insights to the phenomenon in this book, which provides the definitive map for navigating a brave new world of philanthropy." --Fiona K. Hodgson, Vice President for Leadership Giving, Save the Children The anticipated transfer of wealth between generations--and its practical implications for philanthropy--is the subject of much interest in the nonprofit community. Edited by noted nonprofit experts Susan Raymond and Mary Beth Martin, Mapping the New World of American Philanthropy offers candid, insightful essays that offer an insider's look at every angle of wealth transfer, with contributions by leaders in the field of philanthropy, including: * Marc H. Morial * Preston H. Koster * Steven DiSalvo * Nora Campbell Wood * Rodney W. Nichols With hard-to-find data, graphs, and charts, as well as other practical tools, Mapping the New World of American Philanthropy is your seminal guide to prepare for the coming intergenerational transfer of wealth that will affect your nonprofit and?philanthropy in general. Get practical insights and strategies from the most experienced wealth transfer leaders and practitioners in America.
Book Synopsis Philanthropy and the Nonprofit Sector in a Changing America by : Charles Clotfelter
Download or read book Philanthropy and the Nonprofit Sector in a Changing America written by Charles Clotfelter and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2001-10 with total page 580 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection brings together the views of a stellar assemblage of scholars, practitioners, . . . and a host of other talented and distinguished citizens of the independent sector . . . . A 'must read.' —Philanthropy Monthly In an attempt to analyze future directions of the increasingly influential nonprofit sector, the American Assembly and the Indiana Center on Philanthropy sponsored a conference that brought in leading scholars and practitioners. Participants were asked to consider what forces will determine the shape and activities of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector in the next decade. This volume is a product of this inquiry. Contributors focused on a variety of pressures, including the devolution of federal programs, the blurring of lines between non-profit and for-profit organizations; the changing distributions of income; a revived interest in community and civil society; the evolution of religion and other regulatory reform; and a retreat of government from various policy areas.
Book Synopsis Foundations for Social Change by : Daniel Faber
Download or read book Foundations for Social Change written by Daniel Faber and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2005 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This multi-disciplinary collection blends broad overviews and case studies as well as different theoretical perspectives in a critique of the relationship between United States philanthropic foundations and movements for social change. Scholars and practitioners examine how these foundations support and/or thwart popular social movements and address how philanthropic institutions can be more accountable and democratic in a sophisticated, provocative, and accessible manner. Foundations for Social Change brings together the leading voices on philanthropy and social movements into a single collection and its interdisciplinary approach will appeal to scholars, students, foundation officials, non-profit advocates, and social movement activists.
Book Synopsis Jewish Philanthropy at the Crossroads by : Gary A. Tobin
Download or read book Jewish Philanthropy at the Crossroads written by Gary A. Tobin and published by Jossey-Bass. This book was released on 1995-11 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The United Jewish Appeal and allied fundraising efforts represent the largest and most sophisticated fundraising programme of any ethnic community in America. Based on original research, the author traces recent developments in Jewish fundraising, Jewish attitudes toward Israel and other causes, and perceived threats to Jewish identity.
Book Synopsis Modern American Philanthropy by : John J. Schwartz
Download or read book Modern American Philanthropy written by John J. Schwartz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1994 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Why Philanthropy Matters by : Zoltan Acs
Download or read book Why Philanthropy Matters written by Zoltan Acs and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2013-02-21 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The hidden role of philanthropy in enriching America's prosperity—and the world's Philanthropy has long been a distinctive feature of American culture, but its crucial role in the economic well-being of the nation—and the world—has remained largely unexplored. Why Philanthropy Matters takes an in-depth look at philanthropy as an underappreciated force in capitalism, measures its critical influence on the free-market system, and demonstrates how American philanthropy could serve as a model for the productive reinvestment of wealth in other countries. Factoring in philanthropic cycles that help balance the economy, Zoltan Acs offers a richer picture of capitalism, and a more accurate backdrop for considering policies that would promote the capitalist system for the good of all. Examining the dynamics of American-style capitalism since the eighteenth century, Acs argues that philanthropy achieves three critical outcomes. It deals with the question of what to do with wealth—keep it, tax it, or give it away. It complements government in creating public goods. And, by focusing on education, science, and medicine, philanthropy has a positive effect on economic growth and productivity. Acs describes how individuals such as Benjamin Franklin, Andrew Carnegie, Bill Gates, and Oprah Winfrey have used their wealth to establish institutions and promote knowledge, and Acs shows how philanthropy has given an edge to capitalism by promoting vital forces—like university research—necessary for technological innovation, economic equality, and economic security. Philanthropy also serves as a guide for countries with less flexible capitalist institutions, and Acs makes the case for a larger, global philanthropic culture. Providing a new perspective on the development of capitalism, Why Philanthropy Matters highlights philanthropy's critical links to the economic progress, health, and future of the United States—and beyond.
Book Synopsis Patronizing the Public by : William J. Buxton
Download or read book Patronizing the Public written by William J. Buxton and published by Lexington Books. This book was released on 2009-08-16 with total page 363 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Patronizing the Public: American Philanthropy's Transformation of Culture, Communication, and the Humanities is the first detailed and comprehensive examination of how American philanthropic foundations have shaped numerous fields, including dance, drama, education, film, film-music, folklore, journalism, local history, museums, radio, television, as well as the performing arts and the humanities in general. Drawing on an impressive range of archival and secondary sources, the chapters in the volume give particular attention to the period from the late 1920s to the late 1970s, a crucial time for the development of philanthropic practice. To this end, it examines how patterns and directions of funding have been based on complex negotiations involving philanthropic family members, elite networks, foundation trustees and officers, cultural workers, academics, state officials, corporate interests, and the general public. By addressing both the contours of philanthropic power as well as the processes through which that power has been enacted, it is hoped that this collection will reinforce and amplify the critical study of philanthropy's history.
Book Synopsis American Philanthropic Foundations by : David C. Hammack
Download or read book American Philanthropic Foundations written by David C. Hammack and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2018-04-16 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Essays examining the origins, development, and achievements of charitable organizations in key US cities and regions. 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 to address social and economic inequalities, and to encourage cultural and creative life in their home regions and elsewhere. This fascinating and timely study of contemporary America’s philanthropic foundations vividly illustrates foundations’ commonalities and differences as they strive to address pressing public problems.
Book Synopsis Challenges for Nonprofits and Philanthropy by : Pablo Eisenberg
Download or read book Challenges for Nonprofits and Philanthropy written by Pablo Eisenberg and published by Hardscrabble Books. This book was released on 2005 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The indispensable collection of writings by one of contemporary philanthropy's most influential and outspoken voices.
Book Synopsis Philanthropy in America by : Olivier Zunz
Download or read book Philanthropy in America written by Olivier Zunz and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2014-03-10 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How philanthropy has shaped America in the twentieth century American philanthropy today expands knowledge, champions social movements, defines active citizenship, influences policymaking, and addresses humanitarian crises. How did philanthropy become such a powerful and integral force in American society? Philanthropy in America is the first book to explore in depth the twentieth-century growth of this unique phenomenon. Ranging from the influential large-scale foundations established by tycoons such as John D. Rockefeller, Sr., and the mass mobilization of small donors by the Red Cross and March of Dimes, to the recent social advocacy of individuals like Bill Gates and George Soros, respected historian Olivier Zunz chronicles the tight connections between private giving and public affairs, and shows how this union has enlarged democracy and shaped history. Demonstrating that America has cultivated and relied on philanthropy more than any other country, Philanthropy in America examines how giving for the betterment of all became embedded in the fabric of the nation's civic democracy.
Book Synopsis The State of Nonprofit America by : Lester M. Salamon
Download or read book The State of Nonprofit America written by Lester M. Salamon and published by Brookings Institution Press. This book was released on 2004-05-13 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Brookings Institution Press and the Aspen Institute publication The thousands of organizations that comprise America's private nonprofit sector represent a national treasure. Yet serious pressures are altering the playing field on which nonprofits operate, and many are responding in ways that may undermine their popular support. Despite the significance of these developments, little has been done to analyze and interpret them in a clear and understandable way. Lester M. Salamon, a leading authority on the nonprofit sector, has joined forces with more than a dozen other experts and the Aspen Institute to produce this volume, an integrated, authoritative assessment of the state of nonprofit America and the key trends affecting its evolution. The book is organized into three sections. The first summarizes critical trends and issues; the second examines each of the sector's major subsectors (e.g., health, education, social services, arts and culture, international assistance, advocacy); the third focuses on major cross-cutting trends and issues (commercialization, changing government policy, accountability, and demographic and technological imperatives). The Resilient Sector will be updated every two years. It provides a basic sourcebook for sector leaders, the press, public officials, and citizens concerned about the future of America's nonprofit sector and eager to understand the forces affecting it.
Book Synopsis A Philanthropic Covenant with Black America by : Rodney Jackson
Download or read book A Philanthropic Covenant with Black America written by Rodney Jackson and published by John Wiley and Sons. This book was released on 2009-06-08 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Philanthropic Covenant will feature eight essays from several prominent African American grantmakers, scholars, activists and clergy that will examine critical elements of modern philanthropy and how they affect Black communities for good and for ill. Each chapter will include statistical documentation of the issues, strategic recommendations to improve the quality of Black life, and examples of outstanding models already being practiced throughout the country. A Philanthropic Covenant is intended to inform individuals, grantors, religious organizations, fundraisers and youth how philanthropy--time, talent and treasure--can be strategically mobilized to assist Black communities in dealing more effectively with the issues outlined in The Covenant with Black America. Throughout the book, emphasis will be placed on the role, responsibilities and potential of African Americans and African-American philanthropy, in particular, to affect positive change in their own communities.
Book Synopsis Charity, Philanthropy, and Civility in American History by : Lawrence J. Friedman
Download or read book Charity, Philanthropy, and Civility in American History written by Lawrence J. Friedman and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents professional historians addressing the dominant issues and theories offered to explain the history of American philanthropy and its role in American society. The essays develop and enlighten the major themes proposed by the books' editors, oftentimes taking issue with each other in the process. The overarching premise is that philanthropic activity in America has its roots in the desires of individuals to impose their visions of societal ideals or conceptions of truth upon their society. To do so, they have organized in groups, frequently defining themselves and their group's role in society in the process.
