Current studies of generosity come from many different and often disconnected disciplines and focus on various terms, such as philanthropy, volunteerism and altruism. The Science of Generosity initiative aims to bring together diverse approaches in order to create a field for the study of generosity in all its forms.

To that end, it supports, conducts and shares scientific research on

  • the sources, origins and causes of generosity,
  • the manifestations and expressions of generosity, and
  • the consequences of generosity for both donors and recipients