Some Charities Adopt Capitalism's Virtues

Courtesy PND - Philanthropy News Digest  Sat, 03/01/2008 - 23:05

Efforts are appearing across the philanthropic landscape as business-minded donors — epitomized by Bill and Melinda Gates and their foundation — treat their charitable contributions more like venture capital investments....


 

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