“There is a classic dream of family philanthropy where relatives bring their best selves into a room to work together. They listen, express their opinions, make reasoned arguments, and find compromises, honour their parents, and provide extraordinary models for their children. Cousins get to know one another. Grandchildren hear about their ancestors and learn what their family stands for. And the community sees that this is a family of quality, not just wealthy but generous, and unified in fulfilling its responsibilities.”
Generations of Giving by Kelin E Gersick, pp. 93-4