Publisher's Synopsis
The First Thirty Years, 1924-1953: A Report On The Activities Of The Kresge Foundation is a book that provides a comprehensive overview of the activities of the Kresge Foundation during the first three decades of its existence. The Kresge Foundation is a charitable organization that was established in 1924 by Sebastian S. Kresge, the founder of the S.S. Kresge Company, which later became Kmart Corporation.The book covers the period from the foundation's inception in 1924 to 1953, during which time it provided support to a wide range of charitable causes, including education, health, social services, and the arts. The book provides detailed information on the foundation's grants, programs, and initiatives, as well as its governance structure and leadership.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the foundation's work. The first chapter provides an overview of the foundation's history and mission, while the subsequent chapters delve into its various programs and initiatives. These include support for higher education, public health, social welfare, and the arts.The book also includes profiles of some of the individuals who played key roles in the foundation's early years, including Sebastian S. Kresge himself, as well as the foundation's first president, Stanley W. Cunningham. Additionally, the book features photographs and illustrations that help to bring the foundation's work to life.Overall, The First Thirty Years, 1924-1953: A Report On The Activities Of The Kresge Foundation is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of philanthropy and the role of charitable organizations in promoting social welfare. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the foundation's early years, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by philanthropic organizations during this period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
