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In this study of voluntary charities in eighteenth-century London, Donna Andrew reconsiders the adequacy of humanitarianism as an explanation for the wave of charitable theorizing and experimentation that characterized this period. Focusing on London, the most visible area of both destitution and social experimentation, this book examines the polit

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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 This book explores the twentieth-century growth of this phenomenon.

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One of the country's preeminent experts on charitable giving tells the story of the philanthropic boom, led by a new generation of Silicon Valley billionaires, and their transformative and disruptive potential.

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Addresses questions such as: Are congregations effective vehicles for providing broad-based social programs, or are they best at supporting their own members How many local congregations have formal programs to assist needy families This book represents an evenhanded benchmark of information for the coming-debate.

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This is a comparative analysis of the micro and macro characteristics of self-help organizations of people with disabilities (SHOPs) in seven selected countries and territories in Asia, namely China Mainland, Hong Kong, Japan, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.

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This bibliography is a current source of information for researchers, practitioners, and planners interested in the older volunteer. Included are entries for books and articles on particular programs, characteristics of older volunteers, sources of statistical information, empirical research, and special population groups.

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A guide for professionals and aspiring professionals, staff members, and volunteers alike, this is a concise, readable, overview of fund raising activities in the not-for-profit sector.

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After numerous infidelities and a messy break-up, a burnt-out attorney joins the Peace Corps to reform and redeem himself. He finds peace in the serene plains and mountains of Tanzania, teaching villagers to fish--until he becomes attached to one of his young charges who's about to undergo a barbaric ritual to please her fiance.

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"Originally published digitally in the United States by Byliner, Inc., in 2011"--T.p. verso.

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A comprehensive and original overview of evidence about the patterns and impacts of volunteering. A rigorous, novel and realistic assessment of the contributions of voluntary action to British society, and of the scope for expanding them.

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A comprehensive and original overview of evidence about the patterns and impacts of volunteering. A rigorous, novel and realistic assessment of the contributions of voluntary action to British society, and of the scope for expanding them.

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Surprising proof that conservatives really are more compassionate--and more generous--than liberals

A landmark three-volume reference work documenting philanthropy and the nonprofit sector throughout American history, edited by the field's most widely recognized authority.

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In the first book on philanthropy written from a donors perspective, businesswoman and philanthropist Lisa Greer lifts the lid on our charitable sector, with anauthentic accountthatdescribes exactly how outdated thesectorhasbecome and why its at risk of collapse.

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Giving Back is an intimate portrait of the real world of the charity sector with radical visions of how Britain could be greater

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Giving Back is an intimate portrait of the real world of the charity sector with radical visions of how Britain could be greater

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A practical, inspirational guide to doing good, no matter how much money you have.