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Loading... Uplifting a people : African American philanthropy and education / edited by Marybeth Gasman, Katherine Sedgwickby Marybeth Gasman
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Philanthropy is typically considered to be within the province of billionaires. This book broadens that perspective by highlighting modest acts of giving by African Americans on behalf of their own people. Examining the important tradition of Black philanthropy, this groundbreaking work documents its history: its beginning as a response to discrimination through self-help among freed slaves, and its expansion to include the support of education, religion, the arts, and legal efforts on behalf of civil rights. Using diverse approaches, the authors illuminate a new world of philanthropy - one that will be of interest to scholars and students alike. Chapters review the contributions of such major figures as Booker T. Washington and Thurgood Marshall, and discuss the often-surprising practices and methods of contemporary African American donors. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)361.7Social sciences Social problems and services; associations Social problems and services Private Charity & PhilanthropyLC ClassificationRatingAverage: No ratings.Is this you?Become a LibraryThing Author. |