Philanthropy in America: A Comprehensive Historical Encyclopedia [3 volumes]Dwight F. Burlingame A comprehensive reference on the philanthropic sector includes articles on prominent people, events, associations, theories, legislation, and other relevant topics, along with a volume of source documents. |
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Page 552
... regard to giving without equivalent , and is a state of defect in regard to receiving ; while , contrariwise , avarice is a state of de- fect in regard to giving , and of excess in regard to re- ceiving - only on a small scale . - But ...
... regard to giving without equivalent , and is a state of defect in regard to receiving ; while , contrariwise , avarice is a state of de- fect in regard to giving , and of excess in regard to re- ceiving - only on a small scale . - But ...
Page 634
... regard , I give to you , gentlemen , most of whom have been my personal and especial friends , the sum of one million dollars , to be by you and your successors held in trust , and the in- come thereof used and applied in your ...
... regard , I give to you , gentlemen , most of whom have been my personal and especial friends , the sum of one million dollars , to be by you and your successors held in trust , and the in- come thereof used and applied in your ...
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... regard to their wealth and their desire to empower others . The feelings of donors who pursue this approach that their own needs have been denied or obscured in their lives of wealth lead them to be particularly sensitive to the ...
... regard to their wealth and their desire to empower others . The feelings of donors who pursue this approach that their own needs have been denied or obscured in their lives of wealth lead them to be particularly sensitive to the ...
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References to this book
Understanding Philanthropy: Its Meaning and Mission Robert L. Payton,Michael P. Moody Limited preview - 2008 |