Slate published a series on philanthropy today. The cover story is about what they call the “Slate 60”, a list of the 60 largest charitable contribution in the US. It is an annual series with a stated goal of inspiring the wealthy to compete for the top spot. Why 60? I have no idea. Maybe 50 would be too predictable. If you want to read about the lucky givers, you’ll find a little bio for each, there is also a database.
To accompany the list they published some interesting essays on philanthropy. I’ll post on those when I’ve had a chance to read them. But you can find them by going to the first link in this post.