Constructing "social change" through philanthropy: Boundary framing and the articulation of vocabularies of motives for social movement participation

This article discusses how philanthropy constructs the concept of social change, focusing on the framing of boundaries and the articulation of motives in social movement participation. It explores how philanthropic organizations define and address social problems by framing issues in specific ways to attract donor support. The study analyzes the role of philanthropic giving in shaping social movements, particularly in terms of motivating participation and defining the goals of social change. It provides a critical perspective on the use of language and framing techniques in philanthropy and their impact on social justice.