Angela Burdett-Coutts (1814-1906) and Greyfriars Bobby Guest contribution by Diana Leat After the Scott Monument, Greyfriars Bobby – a granite drinking fountain topped by a statue of the dog…
Victorian Charity Bazaars An important piece in the history of fundraising and female philanthropy Background: Charity bazaars – also known as “fancy fairs” or “ladies’ sales” – were a…
Dr James (1856-1946) and Mrs Annie Younger (née Thomson Paton, 1864-1942) Prominent 20th Century Philanthropists in St Andrews Background: The marriage of James Younger and Annie Paton on 18th…
Drawing on his research at NUS Business School in Singapore, Rob John reflects on the growth of giving circles across Asia Giving circles are an intriguing phenomenon. These self-organised groups…
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David Sanderson, Chief Executive of The Rank Foundation, reflects on lessons from his military career for contemporary philanthropy. Joining the Social Sector after 24 years of military service was seen…
The Annual Philanthropy Talk 2017 28th November 2017, 5:15pm, Lower Parliament Hall, 66 South Street, St Andrews In this public lecture, Dr Susan Wilkinson Maposa, author of the groundbreaking work…
For the academic year 2017/18 we are starting a new research project on philanthropy in Scotland. Please find a short overview below. If you have any stories, insights or examples…
The Centre for the Study of Philanthropy & Public Good is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD studentship (EU/UK fees plus stipend at RCUK level) on the theme of ‘Philanthropic…
Prior to this year’s St Andrews philanthropy roundtable discussion on ‘engaged and participatory philanthropy’, David Sanderson, Chief Executive of The Rank Foundation, outlines the foundation’s engaged philanthropy…