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A moral basis for corporate philanthropy

Bill Shaw, Frederick R. Post

Journal of Business Ethics · 1993 · Volume 12 · Issue 10

DOI: 10.1007/BF00881305

Abstract

The authors argue that corporate philanthropy is far too important as a social instrument for good to depend on ethical egoism for its support. They claim that rule utilitarianism provides a more compelling, though not exclusive, moral foundation. The authors cite empirical and legal evidence as additional support for their claim.

Keywords

Economic Growth, Corporate Philanthropy, Moral Foundation, Moral Basis, Rule Utilitarianism

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