America Quote by Robert L. Payton

Philanthropy, charity, giving voluntarily and freely... call it what you like, but it is truly a jewel of an American tradition.

— John F. Kennedy

Philanthropy should be voluntary.

— Bill Gates

Philanthropy is the principal social institution that provides instruction in voluntary service.

— Robert L. Payton

Giving is the business of the rich.

— Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Many people are alienated by faceless bureaucracy and what they see as an erosion of participatory democracy. Consequently, there has been a revival of…

— Frank Prochaska

Giving is what makes a nation great.

— Jonathan Sacks

Giving is the vital impulse and moral center of capitalism.

— George Gilder

It is in the practice of giving we learn, grow, and expand our perspectives, which proves that real achievements come out of giving.

— Senora Roy

The work of volunteer groups throughout our country represents the very heart and soul of America. They have helped make this the most compassionate,…

— Ronald Reagan

“In the majority of the world’s cultures, including that of the United States, the majority of people endorse giving as their single most important…

— Adam M. Grant

I think those who are already in philanthropy and enjoying it and making a difference have a responsibility to share their stories widely, and…

— Rohini Nilekani

“The true principle to promotion and advancement is generosity.The giving of oneself… your time, talent and substance. Today, I choose to be a giver.”

— Kathy McClary