Harriet Lane
Established the Harriet Lane Home for Invalid Children, the first pediatric hospital in the United States.
Most quoted
"I have always believed that a good hostess ensures her guests are well-fed, and a clever hostess ensures they are well-entertained, even if it means a little gentle manipulation."
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"My dear, if you wish to be heard, speak softly. If you wish to be obeyed, speak with an air of absolute certainty, even if you haven't the faintest idea."
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"I often wonder if some gentlemen mistake a polite smile for an invitation to expound upon their every thought. It is a common, and often tedious, error."
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All quotes by Harriet Lane (279)
Let us strive to create a world where every child can thrive, not just survive.
The seeds of change are sown through compassion and nurtured by persistent effort.
Our shared humanity demands that we extend a hand to those who stumble.
The greatest wealth is health, especially for the young and vulnerable.
We are all interconnected; the well-being of one affects the well-being of all.
To ignore suffering is to participate in it.
The future of our society rests on the shoulders of our children, let us lighten their load.
Generosity is not merely an act, but a way of life.
Let us be the change we wish to see in the world, starting with the most vulnerable.
The heart of philanthropy beats with the rhythm of human connection.
Every child is a precious gift, and it is our collective duty to protect and nurture them.
The true measure of a society's progress is how it treats its most defenseless.
Let us not just provide relief, but build pathways to lasting self-sufficiency.
The power of collective action can overcome even the greatest challenges.
Kindness is a language that the deaf can hear and the blind can see.
Our greatest strength lies in our ability to care for one another.
To give is to receive, for in helping others, we enrich our own lives immeasurably.
The light of hope shines brightest in the darkest of times, if we are willing to share it.
Let us build a world where no child goes to bed hungry or without a safe place to sleep.
Philanthropy is the art of turning compassion into tangible change.