About

Aims and Scope

Conversations on Philanthropy: Emerging Questions on Liberality and Social Thought is a journal in English, and publishes original articles, essays, and book reviews addressing considerations of the role of philanthropy in a free society. Our aim is to promote inquiry and reflection on the importance of liberality—both in the sense of generosity and of the character befitting free individuals—for the flourishing of local communities, political societies, and humanity in general. As such we seek to open new perspectives on the theory, roles, and practices of philanthropic activities ranging from charitable giving, the actions of eleemosynary organizations, trusts, foundations, voluntary associations, and fraternal societies to volunteerism, mutual aid, social entrepreneurship and other forms of social action with beneficent intention (whether or not also combined with commercial and/or political purposes).

To facilitate conversations among traditional academic disciplines, Conversations on Philanthropy may include papers from a number of fields, including history, political science, economics, sociology, anthropology, philosophy, philanthropic studies, religious studies, belles lettres, law, and the physical sciences, as well from philanthropic practitioners.

Editorial Correspondence

Conversations on Philanthropy typically features “Conversations” (a lead article with several comments) or “Symposia” (several essays with or without commentary) on subjects selected by the Editorial Board. Miscellaneous items, including essays, poetry, book reviews and commentaries may also be published on approval of the Editorial Board.

Material published in Conversations on Philanthropy is typically solicited by the editors. Authors who would like to submit material for consideration should first submit a brief abstract to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Subscription Rates

The electronic version of the journal (ISSN 2150-0959) is updated as new material is ready for publication. The printed version of the journal (ISSN 1552-9592) is published annually. The electronic version of the journal can be accessed on the internet (http://www.conversationsonphilanthropy.org).

Individual subscriptions to both the electronic and the printed versions of Conversations on Philanthropy are presently FREE within the United States and Canada.
International print subscriptions to individuals are $15 (U.S.), to cover the high cost of mailing.

Institutional print subscriptions to Conversations on Philanthropy are $50 (U.S.) annually.

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Disclaimer

The Owner, Publisher and Editors cannot be held responsible for errors or any consequences arising from the use of information contained in this journal; the views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the Owner, Publisher and Editors, neither does the publication of advertisements constitute any endorsement by the Owner, Publisher and Editors of the products advertised. All responsibilities for the contents of articles belong to the authors.