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ean Shafiroff J The Importance Of Philanthropy And Women’s Causes By Mari Pack | Photography by Michael Paniccia
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hilanthropy is not an exclusive club,” writes Jean Shafiroff in her book, Successful Philanthropy: How to Make a Life By What You Give (Hatherleigh Press). As a philanthropist, author, and public speaker who built her life around giving, Shafiroff insists that all of us, whether through volunteering our time or donating funds, possess the ability to uplift charitable causes. However, she also believes that those with resources have a particular responsibility to give back. She’s actively involved as a volunteer fundraiser, donor, and leader for various charities, especially women’s and children’s organizations, animal rights charities and institutions dedicated to underserved populations. Shafiroff is a board member for seven charities: New York City Mission Society, French Heritage Society, Couture Council (Museum of the Fashion Institute of Technology), The Jewish Board, Southampton Animal Shelter, Southampton Bath and Tennis Club Charitable Foundation, and Global Strays. She is also a New York Women’s Foundation board alumnus. She has been honored for her philanthropic work by the American Heart Association, New York City Mission Society, American Cancer Society, Surgeons of Hope, Jewish Board, and many others. We sat down to talk with Shafiroff about her experience volunteering with The New York Women’s Foundation, as well as about women’s issues and global causes. Dress by Dolce & Gabbana
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