As we approach the season of giving, a child psychology researcher offers suggestions on how parents can teach their kids to be generous and kind.
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The excesses Christmas promotes are still underpinned by the idea that generosity, compassion and empathy are values that matter.
Donors’ sentiments expressed on Twitter became more cheerful before they made a gift to support Wikipedia, researchers found.
In a study with people as young as 4 years old, participants underestimated how much others would appreciate their good deeds.
Research shows that religious people who actively participate in religious gatherings tend to have a more positive experience of Christmas, with expectations largely fulfilled.
The latest novel by twice Miles Franklin winner Alex Miller traces one woman’s journey from self-absorption and isolation, to generosity and friendship.
During times of stress and change, people are often advised to practice self-care by looking after themselves, yet what about the benefits of showing kindness to others?
A new study found the amount of sleep you had last night can even overwhelm people who have a tendency for kindness.
The approximately $12 billion she’s given away in the past two years has shattered conventions, explains a philanthropy historian.
Given Poland’s long stance against immigrants and refugees, it might not always be a warm welcome for Ukrainians.
Big donors need to balance their ambitions to address injustices with the constraints on power that democracy requires.
It’s easy to assume that the practice has few, if any, downsides. But a new study explored some of its social repercussions.
The findings suggest adults feel more prosocial with children around – even if they don’t have any themselves.
Women’s philanthropy, which has always been very important, has remained invisible for a long time. There are many reasons for this paradox.
A careful review of more than 200 letters written by the wealthy people who signed the Giving Pledge over its first decade suggests a big contradiction.
Brain science suggests that seniors care more about the welfare of others than younger folks do.
The founder of a black hair-care empire supported the NAACP and the Tuskegee Institute, helped preserve Frederick Douglass’s home. She also tried to used her prominence to stop lynching.
The dean of the only school of philanthropy sees some good in the attention charity-related scandals are generating.
Dr. Seuss’ most famous character has a lot to teach us about heart.
Children start developing empathy and compassion as toddlers and should have a good understanding of generosity by age nine. Parents can help foster these behaviours.
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Associate Professor of Philanthropic Studies, Indiana University
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