by patrickdwyer | Nov 8, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
As we enter the holiday season, the spirit of giving is in full swing. As much as 70 percent of consumers report plans to engage in some charitable activity, whether that involves volunteering time or simply donating money. If you’re planning to give back over the...
by patrickdwyer | Nov 8, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
If you’re looking for ways to give back to your community or people in need this holiday season but don’t want to go the traditional route of dropping change in a bucket or writing a check, these are some great alternatives. Below you’ll find suggestions for some...
by patrickdwyer | Oct 28, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
The U.S. was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic and saw a change in the philanthropic face of the nation. The past decade has seen a shift in the way philanthropy is approached in the U.S., with the middle-classes reducing the number of donations they make each year....
by patrickdwyer | Oct 28, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Education, Patrick Dwyer
Teaching is one of the most underappreciated professions in the world. Long hours that do not match the pay, constant scrutiny, and the need to use their own money to deliver the best education to your child are only a few feats that teachers deal with each year....
by patrickdwyer | Sep 13, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
There is no shortage of worthy causes that need help in 2021, and a few notable philanthropists have stepped up to the plate once again to make a difference. The following is a list of some of these philanthropists, their donations, and the differences they’ve made....
by patrickdwyer | Sep 13, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
A philanthropist is someone who takes on society’s problems through donations of their time, resources, or money. Philanthropy has been a part of world culture for centuries, with nearly every culture emphasizing the need to help those less fortunate than ourselves. ...
