Why Philanthropy Matters: How the Wealthy Give, and What It Means for Our Economic Well-Being

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 fo...