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NPT creates and curates online resources to educate the public about the evolution and importance of philanthropy.<\/h3>\n

Philanthropy 101 is intended to connect all types of donors with resources that can enhance their giving. NPT’s award-winning History of Giving is an online overview of the past 500 years of global philanthropy, while our blog, The Philanthropist, offers observations from our leadership on the latest trends in giving. We also evaluate and highlight other organizations that are providing valuable data and insights about philanthropy.<\/p>\n

Wherever you find someone helping others, you will find a philanthropist. If you participate in fundraising efforts at work, volunteer in your community or donate to your favorite cause \u2013 you are a philanthropist<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you would like to share a philanthropic resource that can help donors be more informed, strategic or effective in their giving, please contact us at npt@nptrust.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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