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8/21/2004
philanthropy is overrated
From Nipun Mehta comes this comment:
Ultimately, though, I feel that philanthropy is overrated. It presupposes a problem and creates unnecessary distinction between the giver and receiver.
which brings to mind a conversation from the Giving Conference back in June.