Philanthropy By: Abbey Laskowski, David Lindard, Graham Powell and Katie Mitsch

Philanthropy  Philanthropy- contribution of financial support and volunteer resources to the not-for-profit, non-gonvernmental organizations which aim to serve the public good and improve the quality of human lives  Philanthropy=association

Alexis de Tocqueville  A French civil servant from an aristocratic family  Wrote Democracy in America  Went to the US for 9 months  Believed in democracy and federalism  “By forming and joining associations, Americans are casting a sort of ballad about the issues that are important to them, their families and their communities.”

Oprah  Oprah’s Angel Network –a charity aimed at encouraging people around the world to make a difference in the lives of underprivileged others –raised more than $51,000,000 –Winfrey personally covers all administrative costs associated with the charity, so 100% of all funds raised go to charity programs

A Letter From Oprah  Dear Cathedral Student,  I have always been motivated to help the struggling youth as well as other adults because, when I was experiencing traumatic events in my life, I wanted someone to help me along the way. Later in my life I moved in with my Grandmother, and she inspired me to succeed in life. From personal experiences I have learned many lessons and have a true voice to share with the community.  My way of giving back to the community is by donating several dollars to many funds to help children who are in situations like I experienced. I also have opened many foundations and charities to help the youth of America.

Oprah is Philanthropy  Find a cause that’s important to you as a way of giving back to the community  By helping the community you are helping the common good for all

How Philanthropy Supports Democracy  The availability of free press allows people to connect and form associations  In order for democracy to work everyone must sacrifice for the common welfare  Must still take care of one’s self