Philanthropy and American Higher Education provides higher education professionals, leaders and scholars with a thoughtful, comprehensive introduction to the scope and development of philanthropy and fund raising as part of the essential life and work of colleges and universities in the United States.

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Author John R. Thelin: John R. Thelin is University Research Professor, History of Higher Education & Public Policy, University of Kentucky Author Richard W. Trollinger: Richard W. Trollinger is Vice President for college relations, Centre College, Danville, KY

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1. Connecting Past and Present: Historical Background on American Philanthropy and Higher Education 2. Giving and Receiving: Major Philosophical Concepts and Theoretical Issues in Philanthropy 3. Philanthropists and Their Foundations 4. Endowments: Colleges and the Stewardship of Good Fortune 5. Government Relations and the Nonprofit Sector: Legislation and Policies in Philanthropy and Higher Education 6. Professionalization of Philanthropy: Fund Raising and Development 7. Colleges and Their Constituencies: New Directions in Philanthropy