Four out of five philanthropists give to local causes | Philanthropy UK

Four out of five philanthropists give to local causes | Philanthropy UK: Four out of five philanthropists support local charities, according to research by Coutts among over 100 of its clients. The research has been published alongside a guide Inspiring Local Giving in association with New Philanthropy Capital and Community Foundation Network. It reflects the government’s localism agenda and Big Society , that aims to put communities in the hands of the people. The guide gives examples of how philanthropists can support local communities from grant-making to social investment, co-funding or setting up a charity or social enterprise.