Charities, voluntary services and philanthropy Books

Building Genuine Community emphasizes a notion of a community in which people are bound together by a common life situation and a common purpose without using that common purpose as an exclusionary factor that distinguishes between those who belong and...

Une étude des institutions de bienfaisance et de la réforme pénitentiaire en France au XIXe siècle. L'auteur explore les initiatives visant à améliorer les conditions de vie des pauvres et des prisonniers, en se concentrant sur les défis sociaux et...

This annual report offers a detailed overview of the activities of some of Philadelphia's most important philanthropic institutions. From educational programs to health care initiatives, this report provides a fascinating glimpse into the work of these...

《看見台灣永續力量》一書是由林鳳負責撰寫內容與專欄彙整，她是台灣第一位勇闖埃及軍方的公益實踐者，她耗時二年完成文章撰寫、資料彙整、圖文校對與公益出版，除向這些給力為國家社會積極付出的政府組織與社福團體致意，更盼善的種子善的循環無限大。公益志業與社會服務是助人為樂與實踐自我的過程，期盼借此書的正能量能拋磚引玉，讓更多有能力有想法有信念有使命的人，為社會公益與台灣永續盡一份心力，形成一股善的循環與蝴蝶效應的力量。隨著地球暖化日益嚴重，氣候變遷歐美洪災沙漠下雪，世界趨勢與聯合國重視綠能環保，綠能慈善公益貢獻金卓...

This volume is the seventh in the Advances in Service-Learning Research series, and presents a collection ofpapers selected from those presented at the Sixth International Service-learning Research, hosted by PortlandState University in Portland, Oregon...

An investigation of how cultures outside the Western tradition understand philanthropy and how people in these cultures attempt to realize "the good" through giving and serving. These essays study philanthropy in Buddhist, Islamic, Hindu, Jewish, and...

Although American corporations give away several billion dollars a year to a range of philanthropic causes, this practice has come under fire recently, especially from the Right, because of grants to Planned Parenthood and other "liberal" public policy...

Malawi has received significant financial aid from external donors over the past fours decades, but for one reason or another, this has not translated into meaningful development. This author argues that unless the Malawian people begin to address the...

A volume in Research in Public ManagementSeries Editors: Lawrence R. Jones and Nancy C. Roberts, Naval Postgraduate SchoolVolunteer management has many challenges, not the least of which is how we study it and view it.Academics examine it from a variety...

A volume in Research in Public ManagementSeries Editors: Lawrence R. Jones and Nancy C. Roberts, Naval Postgraduate SchoolVolunteer management has many challenges, not the least of which is how we study it and view it.Academics examine it from a variety...

This is an introduction to hybrid organizations and the visionaries behind the concept.

Die ""Chronik der Kirchgemeinde Neum�����nster"" ist ein historisches Buch, das von der Gesellschaft f�����r Gemeinn�����tzige Zwecke im Jahr 1889 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Es beschreibt die Geschichte der Kirchgemeinde Neum�����nster von ihren...

Written by the Scottish social reformer Alexander Somerville in the mid-19th century, this book is a powerful call to action for anyone looking to make a difference in the world. With a focus on practical examples and real-world solutions, Somerville...

Have you found yourself wanting to help your local animal shelter by raising adoption rates or improving the level of care the animals receive, but could never figure out where to start or what you should do to make the most impact? Working to bring...

This work comes at an important time of global crisis and change, where the world is ravaged by natural disasters, wars and poverty. This has increased the pressure on governments and other organisations, such as volunteer sending agencies, which...

Through an examination of the Chicago Initiative, Silver analyzes how elite philanthropists exercise social control over community organizations that do work in poor neighborhoods.

Red Winds is an account of Irma Upex-Huggins' time with the VSO in Tanzania, living and working in an environment of extreme poverty, and it charts her journey through the country and through illness and recovery from a serious accident. Red Winds is...

Dr. Pat has garnered an estimated $50 million dollars in grant funds. She is also a grant reviewer for the state and the federal government and makes recommendations for grant awards. This workbook reveals: 44 Steps to winning grants - Frank...

Milton Hershey is well known for his chocolate. You can find Hershey's chocolate throughout America and many other countries. Moreover, many have written about him likening M.S. Hershey to royalty, such as an Emperor or King of chocolate. However, this...

During the "Fifty Golden Years" in which Mr. Hardie advised more than 200 non-profits relative to fundraising, the techniques he developed were intertwined with volunteer leaders, such as Fred Crawford, and were vital to his success and the success of...

Young Men�������s Christian Associations Of North America (1900) is a book written by Henry Summerfield Ninde. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) in North America at the turn of the 20th century. It...

The Snares of Prosperity is a sermon written by John Clayton in 1789. The book is a cautionary tale about the dangers of becoming too attached to material wealth and prosperity. Clayton argues that the pursuit of wealth can lead to moral corruption and...

The Scope of Charity is a book written by James Donahoe and published in 1913. The book focuses on the concept of charity, exploring its various forms and discussing its importance in society. Donahoe argues that charity is not just about giving money or...

This important nineteenth-century periodical was devoted to issues of social justice and reform. It covered a wide range of topics, from prison reform and education to labor relations and women's rights. The magazine was notable for its commitment to...

This report provides a comprehensive overview of the state of asylums, prisons, and public charities in Ontario, Canada, during the late 19th century. It includes statistics, case studies, and recommendations for improving conditions.This work has been...

This digest offers a comprehensive overview of charitable organizations and foundations in Great Britain. It includes detailed information on the activities and missions of various charities, as well as insights into the challenges and opportunities...

The Junior League Hand-Book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the work of the Junior League, offering practical tips and strategies for organizing and carrying out effective community initiatives. With its clear and accessible language,...

First published in 1911, 'The Rotarian' is the official magazine of Rotary International, a global network of service organizations. This volume from 1914-1915 includes articles on topics ranging from business ethics and civic engagement to international...

<p><strong>VOLUNTEER LOG BOOK</strong></p><p><strong>Preparing for an upcoming public community service?</strong></p><p>Be prepared with a volunteer's log book in hand.</p><p>Keeping track...

Most people would like to change the world for the better, and World-Changing Generosity is the book that will show you how to do it. Through amazing stories of people just like you-with jobs and other commitments-you can find your place as part of a...

The book tells the story of how the unique Dunblane Centre grew from the town's darkest day on 13 March 1996, a story which shows how the support received from around the globe, when combined with the dedication, enthusiasm and vision of so many in...

This book introduces social practitioners - community development workers, social workers, organisational change facilitators, social, ecological, cultural and political activists - to a phenomenological tradition of reflective practice. Critiquing...

This book offers a complete account of Contextual Safeguarding theory, policy, and practice frameworks for the first time. It highlights the particular challenge of extra-familial routes through which young people experience significant harm, such as...

Higher Education and Civic Engagement provides an original and challenging contribution to contemporary debates on the civic purpose of higher education. It explores teaching and learning, research, and service in a range of international contexts. This...

Do you take life too seriously even though you know it is so temporary.......? Have you found yourself postponing the things that you really want to do..........? Do you ever wish you could enjoy your work a little more or wonder where to find purpose,...

Eine junge, behütet aufgewachsene Frau reist nach Bolivien, in ein ihr unbekanntes Land. Der Plan ist, für ein Jahr in einem sozialen Projekt zu arbeiten.Doch welcher Plan geht schon auf?Sie findet sich stattdessen im größten Abenteuer ihres Lebens...

What if you could sit down with 25 successful consultants and ask them what makes their businesses tick?In The Nonprofit Consulting Playbook: Winning Strategies from 25 Leaders in the Field, Susan Schaefer and Linda Lysakowski have compiled a...

How did the public education system which now educates 93% of children in the UK begin? How did it evolve so that admission to 25% of state primary and 6% of state secondary schools is still controlled by the Church of England? 'so excellent a Work'...

From homeless encampments under the viaducts of San Francisco to emergency rooms and nursing homes in the Midwest, Cynthia Trenshaw finds the courage to see, touch, and be radically present for the people our society says should remain "invisible."