Book Description
Based on interviews with 60 individuals and families about their philanthropic activities and ideas, this study of philanthropy in Australia shows how and why Australians give away their time and money and how they decide which causes and organizations to support. Issues discussed include the emergence of the new rich, how greater economic and financial literacy have led to greater confidence with investment decisions, and how new interest in the concept of corporate citizenship is encouraging business leaders to reassess their approach to corporate giving.
About the Author
Denis Tracey works at the Asia-Pacific Centre for Philanthropy and Social Investment at Swinburne University of Technology.
Giving It Away: In Praise of Philanthropy FROM THE PUBLISHER
Giving It Away also reveals that philanthropy in Australia is undergoing big changes because of such factors as the emergence of the 'new rich', many of whom retain their youthful commitment to social justice; the recent spread of economic and financial literacy amongst engaged philanthropists; and a new interest in the concept of corporate citizenship, which is encouraging business leaders to re-assess their approach to corporate giving. As well, charities and non-profit organisations are becoming more professional in their grant-seeking.
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