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Scanlan, Lawrence. A YEAR of LIVING GENEROUSLY: Dispatches from Front Lines of Philanthropy. 2010. Douglas & McIntyre. Vancouver, BC.

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Quoted from Mahatma Gandhi in introduction to this book. Every book I read something informs or interests me. This book by Scanlan has done far more; it has had a profound effect on my thinking & ultimately my life as a member of society. “…the status quo stinks. Volunteers alone, magnanimous philanthropists alone, are not the answer.” In 12 months the author volunteered at 12 different organizations in Canada and abroad – including St. Vincent Read more [...]

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