A clear, historical guide to how Jewish social service evolved in the United States and why it matters today. This work offers a thorough look at the principles, methods, and organizations that shaped Jewish philanthropy in America, from early charity to modern social agencies.
This edition surveys the scope of Jewish philanthropy, including how relief is organized, funded, and administered. It explores the rise of national and local organizations, immigrant aid, settlements, education, and the quest to balance aid with self-help. Through its chapters and discussions, readers will see how communities built systems to support the needy while maintaining dignity and independence.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, an early 20th-century compilation of writings by leaders in Jewish social services, examines the charitable organizations and relief efforts that evolved within the American Jewish community during the previous two decades. The author offers a detailed study of the principles, successes, and challenges that Jewish philanthropists faced during a time of unprecedented immigration from Eastern Europe. The book discusses the multifaceted nature of Jewish poverty and dependency and presents approaches to serving the needs of the Jewish community while maintaining Jewish cultural identity. An indispensable primary source for researchers interested in Jewish Studies, this text also provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the history and evolution of social services in the United States. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332477654_0
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Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 418 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26110504/1
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