John D. Gerhart Center for Philanthropy and Civic Engagement
Photo by Farida Hammad, AUC junior
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Our Mission The Gerhart Center promotes social change in the Arab region through building a culture of effective giving and civic responsibility.
Established in 2006, the Gerhart center is a resource for the promotion of philanthropy and civic engagement in the Arab world. The center was named after John D. Gerhart, the late president of AUC, whose careed provided a model of public service. |
"We have the ability, the training and the resources to make a difference, not just in our own lives, but in the lives of others. If we do not make use of those skills, we have failed in our responsibilities. I challenge you each to find a way to make a difference in the lives ofothers."
John D. Gerhart
Commencement Address
AUC, June 13, 2002