Charitable giving in the United States experienced its steepest decline in 2009 since the 1973-75 recession, 3.2% after inflation. It fell 2.4% in 2008.
Americans donated $303.75 billion in 2009, according to Giving USA, down from $315.08 billion in 2008. The other comparable decline was 5.5% in 1974.
Giving to international affairs were hit the hardest, dropping 6.6% last year, followed by giving for public-social benefits, which declined 4.6%. Giving to churches and religious groups saw a drop of only 0.7% to $100.95 billion. Religion accounted for slightly more than 33.23% of all charitable giving in the U.S.
In contrast to this, moviegoers in the United States and Canada spent only $10.7 billion at the theatrical box office in 2009, according to Variety, and $22.78 billion in home video sales and rentals, according to Adams Media Research.
Where the Money Came From in 2009
|
Source |
Amount |
|
Individuals |
75%, $227.41 billion |
|
Foundations |
13%, $ 38.44 billion |
|
Bequests |
8%, $ 23.80 billion |
|
Corporations |
4%, $ 14.10 billion |
Where the Money Went in 2009
|
Destination |
Amount |
|
Religion |
33%, $100.95 billion |
|
Education |
13%, $ 40.01 billion |
|
Gifts to grantmaking foundations |
10%, $ 31.00 billion |
|
Unallocated |
9%, $ 28.59 billion |
|
Human services |
9%, $ 27.08 billion |
|
Health |
7%, $ 22.46 billion |
|
Public-society benefit |
8%, $ 22.77 billion |
|
Arts, culture and humanities |
4%, $ 12.34 billion |
|
International affairs |
3%, $ 8.89 billion |
|
Environment, wildlife |
2%, $ 6.15 billion |
|
Foundation grants to individuals |
1%, $ 3.51 billion |
– Sources: Giving USA 2010 and Chronicle of Philanthropy, 06/17/10.
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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.
What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.
You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.
Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.
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