Description

This groundbreaking guide examines philanthropy among Middle Eastern Americans in order to asses the extent and nature of giving activities.  It begins with the waves of immigration from the Middle East to the United States, including characteristics and adaptation of major groups.  The guide next discusses the history of philanthropy in the Middle East to examine indigenous traditions that form the basis of giving patterns among Middle Eastern Americans.  Finally, it includes an annotated list of major Middle Eastern philanthropic organizations active in the United States, categorized to the extent possible, by ethnicity and religion.