The story follows the titular Lady Bountiful, a wealthy and well-intentioned woman who uses her wealth to support various charitable causes. However, as her involvement in these causes deepens, she begins to realize the complexities and contradictions of doing good. She encounters characters from all walks of life, revealing the hypocrisy, selfishness, and moral ambiguity that exist within both the upper and lower classes. Through these encounters, Lady Bountiful's own beliefs and motivations are tested, leading her to question the true nature of charity and the responsibilities of the wealthy to the less fortunate.