Giving Is Good for You: How and Why Philanthropy Benefits the Donor

India Philanthropy Alliance · March 2026 · Essay

A growing body of research shows that generosity — practiced intentionally and consistently — measurably strengthens the emotional, social, physical, and professional well-being of the giver. In this piece I reflect on the science and the lived experience behind giving, and how generosity not only supports communities but enriches the lives of those who practice it.

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