• Academic / Journal Article

Grassroots philanthropy in China: work, ethics, and social change

  • Source : etheses.lse.ac.uk
  • 1 January 1970
This research explores the phenomenon of grassroots philanthropy in China, examining its intersection with work ethics and broader social change. It likely investigates how ordinary citizens and local communities engage in philanthropic activities, often outside traditional institutional frameworks. The study delves into the motivations, practices, and ethical considerations driving these efforts, and how they contribute to or challenge existing social structures. It aims to provide insights into the unique characteristics of Chinese grassroots giving and its potential to foster bottom-up social transformation.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Giving under the microscope: Philanthropy, legitimacy and a new era of scrutiny

  • Source : Informit
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines increased scrutiny of philanthropy, arguing that oversight enhances legitimacy rather than undermining it. Utilizing legitimacy theory, it advocates for foundations to welcome independent audit bodies to strengthen ethical standing, contextual legitimacy, and power balance with beneficiaries. The piece situates scrutiny as essential for philanthropy’s social license.
  • Paper / Report

Giving in Illinois 2019

  • Source : Candid Lab
  • 1 January 1970
This report provides an overview of the grantmaking landscape in Illinois, which hosts over 5,200 active grantmaking foundations, including independent, family, corporate, community, and operating types. It details the scale and composition of the Illinois foundation community and their primary grantmaking priorities. The report also highlights that Illinois foundation giving reached a record $5.1 billion in 2017, nearly tripling since 2007, demonstrating significant and consistent growth in philanthropic activity within the state.
  • Book

Giving Done Right: Effective Philanthropy and Making Every Dollar Count

  • Source : ScholarWorks@GVSU
  • 1 January 1970
This book offers guidance for givers at all levels to maximize their impact in philanthropy. It challenges common misconceptions, such as the idea that bigger is always better or that low overhead guarantees effectiveness. The author encourages donors to understand the issues they support, consider giving to grassroots organizations, and practice "conscious giving" rather than merely reacting to requests. It emphasizes the importance of clear goals, thoughtful strategies, and continuous evaluation to achieve meaningful social change.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Giving and refusing: the contested reception of transnational philanthropy in the case of the Prague Central European University Foundation

  • Source : Sage
  • 1 January 1970
This article uses identification theory to examine transnational philanthropy, focusing on the contested reception of the Prague Central European University (CEU) Foundation, established by George Soros. Through discourse analysis of public media debates, it uncovers key discursive categories that led to the refusal of the philanthropic gift, such as philanthropic giving versus government control and cosmopolitanism versus national interest. The study suggests that the acceptance or rejection of a charitable gift reflects changing societal values and can reveal social and political conflicts.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Funding Feminism: Monied Women, Philanthropy, and the Women's Movement, 1870–1967: Joan Marie Johnson. Funding Feminism: Monied Women, Philanthropy …

  • Source : Taylor & Francis Online
  • 1 January 1970
This article reviews Joan Marie Johnson’s book "Funding Feminism," which explores the significant role of monied women in the women’s movement from 1870–1967. It highlights how wealthy female philanthropists used their financial resources to support various aspects of feminism, including suffrage, education, and reproductive rights. The review emphasizes the influence and complexities of this often-overlooked dimension of women’s history and philanthropy.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Enhancing the Measurement of Composite Indicators of Corporate Social Performance

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This paper presents a new method for aggregating multiple corporate social performance (CSP) metrics using data envelopment analysis (DEA). It offers a more comprehensive approach to measuring CSP by incorporating both positive and negative aspects of a firm’s performance. The methodology allows for a more balanced evaluation of CSP by comparing firms across industries, accounting for variations in industry practices. It also highlights how CSP inefficiencies, especially in sectors like construction, can be quantified and improved. The study reveals how the financial crisis impacted CSP and identifies potential areas for future improvement in corporate practices.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Embedding in the city? Locating civil society in the philanthropy of place

  • Source : Oxford Academic
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines "philanthropy of place" and its role in urban governance, focusing on how foundations are embedded within cities. It investigates the relationships between foundations and other urban actors, analyzing contrasting interpretations of state-society power dynamics and the mutable nature of "civil society." The article details a typology of place-based philanthropy and explores the twofold role of foundations in neighborhood revitalization: as funders and supporters of local organizations, and as contributors to broader urban governance.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Ekkehard Thümler: Philanthropy in Practice: Pragmatism and the Impact of Philanthropic Action

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines the practical application of philanthropy in social policy, focusing on the pragmatic approaches adopted by philanthropic organizations. It discusses how these organizations navigate the complexities of social issues and policy landscapes to implement effective interventions. The author analyzes various case studies to illustrate the strategies employed by philanthropic entities in addressing societal challenges. The article provides a critical perspective on the role of philanthropy in shaping social policy and its impact on community development and social welfare.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Effective philanthropy: Implementing a robust grantmaking, management, reporting and evaluation framework to build organizational capacity

  • Source : Google Scholar
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter examines the role of philanthropic foundations in public school reform in Germany and the United States, addressing the challenge of realizing ambitious aspirations. It develops an innovative model for effective education philanthropy and strategies to tackle complex problems in this domain. Based on an international research project with six case studies from Germany, the U.S., and Switzerland, the findings are informed by institutional theory and interdisciplinary research in sociology, psychology, and pedagogy.
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