Third Sector

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This paper analyzes the history and background of the third sector. It begins by discussing the history of philanthropy, particularly charitable funds. It then discusses what the third sector is and how it fits into the American culture and lifestyle, as well as the relationship between the third sector and the government. The paper finally discusses the history of non-profit organizations.

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"There would be a great loss if there were no churches or nonprofits to share the burdens of caretaking with the government. Russian Socialism attempted to do this without the benefit of peoples' organizations or churches and went broke. Caring for the needy and serving those who have issues with government, private corporations and civil rights is the role of the third sector and without this vital service, the society is not whole. The third sector and its myriad of nonprofits fill the needs of those who do find them fulfilled by government, private for-profit corporations or their family. It is absolutely necessary to have this sector in a free government. Although some may not function as efficiently as others or as well as those in other sectors, without nonprofit organizations a society cannot remain democratic. The presence of a thriving third sector in a nation might be seen as the sign that a nation is finally free."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Atwood, Brian. "Strengthening democracy through civil society." Issues of Democracy. Vol 3, No. 1. Jan. 1998.1998. <http://usinfo.state.gov/journals/itdhr/0198/ijde/atwood.htm>.
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