Monday, August 13, 2007

Kerre Woodham: Why giving generously is a sign we're evolving - 12 Aug 2007 - NZ Herald: New Zealand National news

Kerre Woodham: Why giving generously is a sign we're evolving - 12 Aug 2007 - NZ Herald: New Zealand National news: "And behind the pictures in the social pages, and beyond the black ties and the boobs and the bling, are people who think nothing of forking out thousands of dollars to support worthy causes. Philanthropy and altruism are relatively new concepts for Kiwis who have grown up with a welfare state. For generations, we've accepted that the state will provide, but increasingly, as the state is providing less and individuals are demanding more, we've looking to the wealthy to make up the shortfall."

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