BNP Paribas announces the 4th edition of "BNP Paribas Individual Philanthropy Index ," which measures and reflects the commitment of philanthropists in four regions - Europe , Asia, the Middle East and the United States.
The 2016 Index results:
- The United States still ranks #1 and Europe is a close second.
- Giving scores: the United States remains a dominant leader in terms of amounts given or pledged to philanthropy but the Middle East has been making the fastest strides
- Promotion scores: Europe and Asia take the lead. Europe maintains its number one position with a robust philanthropic sector.
- Innovation scores: in Europe, philanthropists are willing to explore new approaches and innovate the most