He who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully - St Paul's Second Letter to the Corinthians

Nearly all civilizations have practised some form of philanthropy. Many ancient civilizations levied a tithe, or tax, for the poor. The Egyptians and the people of Greece gave money to establish libraries and universities. In Europe, medieval churches supported hospitals and orphanages. There are many interpretations of the meaning of this kind of generous giving. Some might refer to the biblical principle that "the more you give, the more you'll receive."

Many of the most successful and influential people in the world have proven the wisdom of the statement: "If you want to get more out of life, you have to give more to life." These people understand the law of life that giving leads to more giving and to greater personal rewards. When we give to one another freely and generously and without conditions, sharing our blessings with others, the giving multiplies and we receive far more than we give.

The Cycle of Giving
Giving establishes a cycle that continually feeds on itself in a meaningful and helpful way. Giving leads to greater giving and becomes a way of life. And the natural "next step" is that our sense of gratitude and spiritual accomplishment grows as well!
By giving we grow.