Americans of all backgrounds have long come together to support one another. Neighbor helping neighbor. Friend helping friend. Stranger helping stranger. Over the years, this generous spirit has evolved and taken many forms. Today, charitable donors provide billions of dollars each year to advance new ideas, strengthen communities and empower those in need: no matter who they are, what they look like or where they come from. This giving still lies at the heart of what makes American society strong and embracing diversity has helped fuel its success—allowing donors and nonprofits to draw upon a range of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and talents to determine the best ways to come together in service of a higher purpose.
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