Philanthropy for Health in China

Drawing on the expertise of Chinese and Western academics and practitioners, the contributors to this volume aim to advance the understanding of philanthropy for health in China in the 20th century and to identify future challenges and opportunities. Considering government, NGO leaders, domestic philanthropists, and foreign foundations, the volume examines the historical roots and distinct stages of philanthropy and charity in China, the health challenges philanthropy must address, and the role of the Chinese government, including its support for Government Organized Non-Governmental Organizations (GONGOs). The editors discuss strategies and practices of international philanthropy for health; the role of philanthropy in China’s evolving health system; and the prospects for philanthropy in a country beginning to engage with civil society.

Lincoln Chen is President of the China Medical Board and founding director of the Harvard Global Equity Initiative and the Taro Takemi Professor of International Health. He is also Director of the Harvard Center for Population and Development Studies and Chair of the Board of BRAC USA and former Chair of the Board of CARE/USA.

Tony Saich is Director, Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation, Daewoo Professor of International Affairs at Harvard Kennedy School, and trustee member of International Bridges to Justice and sits on the executive committee of the John King Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies and the Asia Center.

Jennifer Ryan is Research Fellow in Global Health and Philanthropy at the China Medical Board.