There are obvious reasons for democrats to admire, appreciate, and respect the work of
philanthropists. They commit their private resources, which they could use for personal …

In the face of widespread poverty, Peter Singer argues that the best response is giving
money to charitable organizations that give aid to the poor. In response, much criticism has …

So long as large segments of humanity are suffering chronic poverty and are dying from
treatable diseases, organized giving can save or enhance millions of lives. With the law …

Abstract In Anglo-American common law jurisdictions, there are well-entrenched constraints
on political engagement by charities. However, three recent decisions in Australia, New …

I take beneficence to be impartial: directing us to help others as best we can, no matter
whether those others be near to us or far away. I don't mean to imply by this that impartial …

A number of scholars have argued that we should pay closer attention to the role that
philanthropy plays in shaping our societies. Philanthropic foundations are inherently …

How can anyone be opposed to private philanthropy? Such philanthropy consists in persons
freely giving of their wealth or other goods to benefit individuals and groups they consider …

My aim is to consider how private philanthropy–and that of foundations specifically–can
better serve its social purposes. What I have to say may strike professionals in the field as …