by patrickdwyer | Jan 3, 2022 | Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
The international Red Cross network was founded in Switzerland in 1863. It all began in 1859 when businessman Henry Dunant saw the horrific aftermath of a battle in Italy. The lack of medical treatment for soldiers shocked him. In response, he worked to establish a...
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 | 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. ...
by patrickdwyer | Sep 10, 2021 | Blog, Dwyer Family Foundation, Patrick Dwyer, Philanthropy
The word “philanthropy” comes from the Greek word “philanthropia,” meaning “love for mankind.” But the word’s meaning has changed over the years, and today it refers to the practice of wealthy individuals donating portions of their wealth to help those in need. But...
