# Public Good by Private Means

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/books/public-good-private-means/
- Published: 2016-02-21T19:56:40+00:00
- Author: Howard Lake

**_Public Good by Private Means _****tells the story of philanthropy through the
ages.**

It examines the relationship between philanthropists, the state and society, and
throws light on the successes – and occasional spectacular failures – of great philanthropists
from the past. It shows what history can tell us about modern philanthropy, including
some of the current criticisms it faces, and considers difficult issues such as 
the link between tax and giving and the motivations of the wealthy.

_Public Good by Private Means_ is written by Rhodri Davies. He works at Charities
Aid Foundation (CAF), where he leads Giving Thought – CAF’s in-house think tank 
focussing on current and future issues affecting philanthropy and the charitable
sector.

He has researched, written and presented on a wide range of topics – from the history
of philanthropy to the charitable applications of cutting-edge technologies- and
is much in demand as an adviser to governments, businesses, charities and philanthropists.

## WATCH: What did you learn about giving while you were writing the book?

 

 

## Presentation by Rhodri Davies

 ** [Public Good by Private Means: principles of philanthropy policymaking](https://www.slideshare.net/rhoddavies1/public-good-by-private-means-principles-of-philanthropy-policymaking)**
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## More by Rhodri Davies

 * [What is Philanthropy For?](https://fundraising.co.uk/books/what-is-philanthropy-for/)(
   28 March 2023)