Andrew Carnegie Doc C

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What organization received the highest amount of money from Andrew Carnegie?

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Carnegie Corporation.

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To what cause did Carnegie give most of his money?

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Education.

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What was the purpose of the Homestead Relief Fund?

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To help steel workers and their families.

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How much money did Carnegie give away in total?

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$350,695,653.

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What was the purpose of creating Lake Carnegie?

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To provide rowing opportunities.

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Who was Andrew Carnegie?

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A Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist who led the expansion of the American steel industry.

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What is philanthropy?

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The desire to promote the welfare of others, typically through the donation of money to good causes.

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What was the significance of the Carnegie Peace Endowment?

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It was established to promote peace and prevent war through education and research.

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What role did education play in Carnegie's philanthropic efforts?

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Carnegie believed education was essential for personal and societal improvement, leading to significant donations to libraries and educational institutions.

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What is the Carnegie Corporation?

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A philanthropic foundation established by Andrew Carnegie in 1911 to promote the advancement of education and knowledge.

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