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Philanthropy is the voluntary act of donating money or goods or providing some other support to a charitable cause, usually over an extended period of time. In a more fundamental sense, philanthropy may encompass any altruistic activity which is intended to promote good or improve human well-being. Someone who is well known for practicing philanthropy may sometimes be called a philanthropist. Although such individuals are often very wealthy, people may nevertheless perform philanthropic acts without possessing great wealth.
Philanthropy is a major source of income for artistic, musical, religious, and humanitarian causes, as well as educational institutions ranging from schools to universities (see patronage).
Philosophical views on philanthropy
Philanthropy is not always viewed as a universal good. Notable thinkers such as Friedrich Nietzsche opposed philanthropy on philosophical grounds, connecting it with the idea of the weak sponging off the strong, a view also extended to government welfare programs. More on [ Philanthropy ]
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National centenary celebrations kick-off in Malta
Maltese Scouts and Girl Guides took the streets of Valletta by storm on Sunday 5th May, as they paraded through the capital for their ninth joint annual parade. This year's event holds particular significance to the Scout Association of Malta, which is celebrating its national centenary. Some 4,500 Scouts and Guides, music blaring and drums booming, brought cheer to the city, which is usually quiet on a Sunday morning.
World AIDS Orphans Day
World AIDS Orphans Day will occur on 7 May. More than 25 million children worldwide have lost one or both parents to AIDS – equivalent to the number of people living in New York, Paris, Rome and Bangkok combined. In sub-Saharan Africa alone, 12 million children have been orphaned by the pandemic. In addition to being especially vulnerable to all forms of exploitation, these children face financial difficulties, disease, and stigmatisation.
Scouts Australia receives award for 'International Understanding & Peace'
The ANZAC Peace Prize, announced annually, is awarded by the Returned and Services League (RSL) to ‘recognise any outstanding effort by an Australian citizen who has promoted the concept of international understanding and who, in so doing, has made a contribution to world peace.’ The RSL ANZAC Awards Committee has awarded the 2008 ANZAC Peace Prize to Scouts Australia. 2008 is the Year of the Scout and marks the centenary of Scouting in Australia. The award of the ANZAC Peace Prize recognises the part that Scouting has played in the development of two million Australians over the past 100 years, both as individuals and as citizens.
Gone Home: Uganda's Chief Scout, Hon. Manuel Pinto
On Monday 14 April 2008, Uganda's former Chief Scout, Hon. Manuel Pinto passed away at Nsambya Hospital where he was taken after being involved in a car accident. He was a Bronze Wolf holder and served as the Chairman of the Africa Scout Committee. He was born on 25 December 1938. A former Member of Parliament, Manuel Pinto, left parliament to become the Director of the Parliamentary Professional Development Unit. He was a renown debater in parliament who served on various commissions and statutory committees in Uganda.
SCENES Centres Meeting Focuses on Environment
A seminar was held at Kandersteg International Scout Centre (KISC) for SCENES (Scout Centres of Excellence for Nature and Environment) Centres from around the world in preparation for the re-launch at the World Scout Conference this July in Korea.
UN World Youth Report launched in Geneva
Geneva, 3 April 2008 - Youth are a powerful resource for development and are critical actors in the realisation of the Millennium Development Goals. This was one of the key messages of the World Youth Report 2007, which was presented in Geneva on 3 April 2008 at an event hosted by the CONGO Committee of Youth NGOs which is currently chaired by the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM). The event was also attended by representatives of international youth organisations and UN agencies.
Africa Scout Foundation - Includes mission, aims, ten year development program, and how to contribute to the foundation.
Baden-Powell World Fellowship - Information about recognition for individuals for their financial contributions to the World Scout Foundation.
Brownsea Foundation of Italy - Information on history, donations, projects undertaken and contacts.
Brownsea Island Camp Centenary Fund - Information on how to support the new Scout and Guide Centre that is to be build near the site of the first experimental Scout camp of 1907.
Meta Description: [ Funding for the new Brownsea Island Scout & Guide Centre to be built near Lord Baden-Powell's experimental camp. ]
BSA Planned Giving - Boy Scouts of America national scouting endowment fund appeal and documentation.
Commit To A Girl - Information on the girl scout program and how to support it financially.
Meta Description: [ Learn about issues facing girls and what you can do to help them grow strong and become leaders by making a donation to Girl Scouts. ]
European Scout Foundation - Supports the development of Scouting in Eastern Europe through the Friends of Scouting in Europe program.
Grant Aid for Scouting - Index of funding available from various foundations and grant agencies in the United Kingdom.
International Scout Centre Foundation, Kandersteg - Information about charitable support of the Centre and the organization of the foundation.
Jack Kohler Campership Association - A non-profit volunteer organization supporting the camping program of the Queens Council, New York, Boy Scouts of America.
Meta Description: [ A non-profit volunteer organization formed to support the camping program of the Queens Council, Boy Scouts of America. ]
Jack Petchey Foundation Scouting Awards - Information and photos of foundation grant awards in Greater London North East Scout County
Meta Description: [ The Jack Petchey Foundation rapidly expanding charity that gives grants or awards for youth projects in East London West Essex,England ]
Juliette Low World Friendship Fund - Memorial endowment supports international friendship through girl guide and girl scout exchanges, training and attendance at international camps.
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Scout Youth Foundation - Scouting New Zealand charitable trust to support Scouting.
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Scouting Memorabilia Benefit Auctions - Online auction for benefit of The Bronx Council.
Scouts Canada Foundation - Contains information about the objectives of the foundation and how to contribute to Scouts Canada.
Meta Description: [ Scouts Canada, bring on the adventure Canada's premier youth organization Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, and Rovers. ]
World Foundation for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts - Information about the joint WAGGGS and GSUSA charitable foundation for the support of Guiding, Girl Scouting and their international facilities.
World Friendship Funds - Girl Guide and Girl Scout program to assist lesser developed countries.
World Scout Foundation - The fundraising arm of the WOSM.
Meta Description: [ The World Scout Foundation Helps the Growth and Development of Scouting worldwide by providing financial support for the World Organization of the Scout Movement. ]
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