We ought to take a lesson from those across the pond and become louder, more American when it comes to giving.

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British philanthropy has long been a "hush-hush" affair, but growth is not delivered by quiet intent. By openly celebrating donations and their impact, philanthropists can work alongside regional mayors across England to legitimise, shout about, and shape effective regional giving.

While the UK sees high levels of philanthropy compared to the rest of Europe, these donations are profoundly unequal across the nation. The capital accounts for around a fifth of the UK’s GDP, so it should come as no surprise that the richest region is able to give the most.

London’s economic dominance extends to charitable giving; it receives more than a third of the £14 billion given by philanthropic foundations and four times the Gift Aid value of donations........

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