This month, Giving USA announced that nearly $450 billion was donated in the United States in 2019, setting a new baseline for philanthropy before the pandemic. Amid the wide-ranging turmoil and devastation from the COVID-19 pandemic and racial and social justice protests, there is a tremendous outpouring of generosity.
It has been inspiring to see contributions from people of all backgrounds — celebrities, athletes and citizens at all income levels. Philanthropy alone cannot meet the colossal needs caused by COVID-19 and fully address the urgent calls for racial justice. The government and business sectors have significant responsibility. Nevertheless, philanthropy has important roles to play in relief and recovery.
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