• Paper / Report

The Value Proposition of Venture Philanthropy (Arabic)

  • Source : SSRN
  • 1 January 1970
This paper, presented in Arabic, examines the value proposition of venture philanthropy. It outlines how this approach, drawing from venture capital principles, offers a distinct model for philanthropic engagement beyond traditional grant-making. The document likely details the benefits of venture philanthropy, such as providing strategic support, enhancing organizational capacity, and emphasizing measurable social impact. It aims to explain to an Arabic-speaking audience how venture philanthropy can lead to more sustainable and effective social investments by fostering closer collaboration and performance-driven outcomes between donors and non-profit organizations.
  • Paper / Report

The Value Proposition of Venture Philanthropy

  • Source : SSRN
  • 1 January 1970
This paper explores the value proposition of venture philanthropy, a growing approach that applies principles from venture capital to the philanthropic sector. It highlights how this model offers a distinct alternative to traditional grant-making by providing not only financial support but also strategic guidance, capacity building, and performance measurement to non-profit organizations. The article delineates the unique benefits that venture philanthropy brings to both donors and recipients, aiming for greater impact and sustainability in social investments. It likely discusses how venture philanthropists seek measurable outcomes and long-term organizational development.
  • Academic / Journal Article

The role of philanthropy within the United Nations system: The case of the United Nations Foundation

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter analyzes the role of philanthropy within the United Nations system, using the United Nations Foundation as a prominent case study. It explores how private giving interacts with the broader objectives and mechanisms of an international intergovernmental organization. The discussion likely delves into the strategic implications, governance considerations, and operational challenges and opportunities presented by such partnerships between philanthropic entities and global institutions, aiming to shed light on how private resources can support multilateral efforts in addressing global challenges.
  • Book

The revolution will not be funded: Beyond the non-profit industrial complex

  • Source : Philanthropy News Digest
  • 1 January 1970
This anthology critically examines the "non-profit industrial complex" and its impact on social justice movements. It features essays by activists and scholars who question whether the existing non-profit model truly fosters radical social change. The book argues that reliance on foundation and government funding often constrains grassroots organizing and advocacy, suggesting that activists struggle to imagine structures outside this model. It emphasizes the distinction between social service and social change and advocates for diverse funding streams, including individual donors and earned income, to achieve financial stability and greater autonomy.
  • Academic / Journal Article

The growth of donor control: Revisiting the social relations of philanthropy

  • Source : SAGE Journals
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines the increasing trend of donor control in philanthropic relationships and its impact on the social relations of philanthropy. It explores how donors are exerting greater influence over the activities and strategies of recipient organizations, shifting the power dynamics. The author analyzes the implications of this growing control for organizational autonomy, accountability, and the effectiveness of charitable interventions. The piece critically revisits the fundamental social dynamics inherent in philanthropic giving.
  • Blog

The changing face of philanthropy

  • Source : The Philanthropist
  • 1 January 1970
This piece explores how women are increasingly taking on leadership roles in philanthropy, shaping giving priorities, and bringing new approaches to wealth stewardship and community engagement. It highlights evolving donor demographics and the rise of values-based giving. The article discusses the unique perspectives and strategies women bring to philanthropic endeavors, often emphasizing collaborative approaches and a focus on social impact. It underscores the growing influence of women in driving philanthropic trends and fostering more equitable and effective giving practices within the sector.
  • Book

Social science for what?: Philanthropy and the social question in a world turned rightside up

  • Source : University of California Press
  • 1 January 1970
O’Connor critically analyzes the intertwined roles of social science and philanthropy in shaping U.S. public policy during the 20th century. The book explores how philanthropic foundations influenced academic research agendas and subsequently impacted responses to the "social question" of inequality and justice. It examines how foundations moved from direct social reform to more "value-neutral" academic inquiry and argues for a return to a more committed approach to social reform by progressive philanthropic research foundations.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Social entrepreneurship: The case for definition

  • Source : Stanford Social Innovation Review
  • 1 January 1970
This article defines social entrepreneurship through three core components: identifying entrenched social injustice, innovating a value-based response, and scaling a new equitable equilibrium. Using Muhammad Yunus’s Grameen Bank as a key case study, the authors emphasize the primacy of mission over profit. They argue for clear field boundaries to maintain credibility and effectively guide resource allocation, asserting that true social entrepreneurship creates transformative, systemic change rather than merely providing social benefits.
  • Book

Social Entrepreneurship: A Prime Lever to Lift Philanthropy?

  • Source : Griffith University, Australia
  • 1 January 1970
This paper investigates barriers for Australian financial advisers in assisting high-net-worth clients with philanthropy, suggesting that exposure to social enterprises may address some. It directly addresses the social issue of increasing individual philanthropy in Australia, particularly as social needs are expected to grow with an aging and diverse population and less stable government funding for nonprofits. The paper positions financial advisers as strategic intermediaries for influencing wealthier individuals’ giving behavior.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Social capital and philanthropy: An analysis of the impact of social capital on individual giving and volunteering

  • Source : Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines the influence of social capital on individual philanthropic behaviors, specifically giving and volunteering. Utilizing data from the Social Capital Community Benchmark Survey, the authors identify two key measures of social capital: associational networks and trust in others/community. The study finds that both bonding and bridging social capital significantly predict an individual’s propensity to engage in religious giving, secular giving, and volunteering, though the effects vary with demographic context. The research suggests that fostering diverse social ties can enhance individual civic engagement and philanthropic participation.
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