More Than Half of Companies Increased Philanthropy in 2008, Despite Economic Decline

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About CECP
Paul Newman and Ken Derr are the founding co-chairs of the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP), the only international forum of CEOs exclusively focused on corporate philanthropy. CECP’s mission is to lead the business community in raising the level and quality of corporate philanthropy. Engaging with the public, private, and independent sectors, CECP’s 175 members seek and create opportunities to help advance the case for philanthropy and to inspire other business leaders to make a lasting commitment to community giving. www.CorporatePhilanthropy.org.