The Charity Organization Movement in the United States: A Study in American Philanthropy is a book written by Frank Dekker Watson in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive study of the Charity Organization Movement in the United States and its impact on American philanthropy. The author explores the origins of the movement, its growth and development, and its impact on social welfare and poverty relief. Watson discusses the key figures and organizations that played a role in the movement, including the Charity Organization Society, the Associated Charities, and the National Conference of Charities and Correction. He also examines the movement's philosophy and methods, which emphasized scientific investigation and individualized assistance to the poor. The book provides a historical perspective on the Charity Organization Movement, tracing its evolution from the late 19th century to the early 20th century. It also discusses the movement's limitations and criticisms, including its focus on individual responsibility and its tendency to overlook structural causes of poverty. Overall, The Charity Organization Movement in the United States: A Study in American Philanthropy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of social welfare and philanthropy in the United States. It provides a detailed examination of an important movement that helped shape the way Americans think about poverty and charity.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.
