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• Philanthropy is the donation of time, money, or objects to people in need. In most cases, philanthropy refers to donations given to people in need through an organization or group, such as a charity.

• Fast Facts

  1. 89% of Americans contribute to charitable organizations, according to a study by the Independent Sector, an organization for charities
  2. 55% of Americans volunteer
  3. The average annual contribution is $1,620
  4. Wealthy donors are most likely to donate to educational, religious or health organizations
  5. There are over one million charitable organizations in United States
  6. Charitable giving usually increases when the stock market rises
  7. The world's largest individual donation so far is Bill and Melinda Gates' $5 billion donation to The William H Gates Foundation in 1999

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