Most nonprofit organizations, including museums, colleges and universities, public radio and television stations, charities, and foundations require ongoing funding from people who believe in and depend on these organizations.
The Treasurer of The Mother Church,
, talked with the Journal's about what stirs people to give, and give freely, in support of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, its related activities, and Science and Health, the book the Church shares with all humanity.What are the deeper reasons for giving, other than to receive the tax break that many people get for donations to charitable causes?