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“Philanthropy” is a word given to us by the Greeks from ages past. It translates best into “love of humanity,” and shows us that the altruistic desire to improve human welfare was evident from the earliest years in Greek society. For example, upon his death in 347 B.C., the famous philosopher Plato willed the proceeds of the family farm to the academy he had founded in prior years. His generous gift subsequently helped students and faculty to keep the academy running for over another 400 years! When we take positive actions as individuals, we get a real sense of fulfillment. We also—as Plato’s story illustrates— “multiply” our individual good deeds by serving as leadership models and inspiration for others to follow, as they create their own worthy missions…even into perpetuity! So, when you make your charitable donation to adopt the Climate Positive Carbon Footprint Program , you may not think of yourself as a humanitarian, but you should! As well as protecting the planet, YOU are providing economic opportunities for vulnerable villagers in Africa. As a result, local community members will be able to provide meals to their families, or enable their children to attend school, with income that is derived directly from restoring and protecting mangrove forests on your behalf!
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