This is the eighth essay in the section on Major Policy Considerations in Corporate Philanthropy. Corporations should focus their philanthropic programs on the intersection of enlightened corporate self-interest and the needs of society, suggests Ruckelshaus. He proposes that business define its role, establish and participate in new partnerships, and create forums for exploring future options. (p. 6)

This is the eighth essay in the section on Major Policy Considerations in Corporate Philanthropy. Corporations should focus their philanthropic programs on the intersection of enlightened corporate self-interest and the needs of society, suggests Ruckelshaus. He proposes that business define its role, establish and participate in new partnerships, and create forums for exploring future options.