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philanthropy

When it comes to philanthropy the first thing we should know is what it means. Philanthropy is when you have the concern for humans welfare and knowledge, usually this can be done when someone makes a generous donation of money, property or helping skills involving work.

The Library of Congress is established by an act of Congress. the original library was destroyed when invading British troops set fire to the Capitol Building, destroying all the library contents. Retired President Thomas Jefferson offered his personal library, considered to be one of the best in the United States, as a replacement. In January 1815, Congress accepted Jefferson's offer, appropriating $23,950 for his 6,487 books, and the new library’s foundation was laid. The Library of Congress is recognized as the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and serves as the research arm of Congress. (Source: The Library of Congress)