• Academic / Journal Article

Disentangling class from philanthropy: The double-edged sword of alternative giving

  • Source : Sage
  • 1 January 1970
This book argues that public health is inherently political, exploring social struggles behind public health interventions in the US, France, Britain, and Canada. Comparing historical responses to tuberculosis, infant mortality, smoking, and AIDS, it shows how policies emerge from battles over power and ideology. The author examines cultural and institutional factors shaping reform movements and how hierarchies of race, class, and gender affect governmental action, highlighting conditions for successful social activism in public health.
  • Book

Disease prevention as social change: The state, society, and public health in the United States, France, Great Britain, and Canada

  • Source : Russell Sage Foundation
  • 1 January 1970
The World Development Report 2000/2001, which is linked, broadly discusses poverty beyond just income to include deprivation in education, health, and human development. It emphasizes institutional and social foundations for development, managing vulnerability, and encouraging participation for inclusive growth, recognizing civil society’s role in poverty reduction efforts in collaboration with public and private sectors.
  • Paper / Report

Diaspora philanthropy: Influences, initiatives, and issues

  • Source : Unknown
  • 1 January 1970
This edited collection explores diaspora philanthropy and its role in equitable development in China and India. It examines how diverse and mobile modern diasporas, particularly migrants from China and India to the United States, engage in philanthropic activities. The book sheds light on the evolving landscape of diaspora giving, its impact on development initiatives, and the unique challenges and opportunities presented by these transnational philanthropic flows.
  • Paper / Report

Democratizing philanthropy

  • Source : Colorado Inclusive Funders
  • 1 January 1970
This multi-disciplinary collection critiques the relationship between United States philanthropic foundations and social change movements. It blends broad overviews, case studies, and diverse theoretical perspectives to examine how foundations support or hinder popular social movements. The book also addresses how philanthropic institutions can enhance accountability and democracy, providing a sophisticated, provocative, and accessible resource for scholars, students, foundation officials, non-profit advocates, and social movement activists.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Corporate "Philanthropy Strategy" and "Strategic Philanthropy": Some Insights From Voluntary Disclosures in Annual Reports

  • Source : Sage
  • 1 January 1970
This study examines voluntary charitable donation policy disclosures in annual reports of UK companies (FTSE 100 and selected others) to assess the adoption of "philanthropy strategy" and "strategic philanthropy" concepts. It uses Post and Waddock’s descriptions, assuming high disclosure benefits accountability and charities. The findings reveal relatively high policy disclosure but inconsistent narrative detail and only a minority of companies adopting a fully strategic approach to philanthropy, highlighting gaps in transparent reporting and strategic integration.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Charity, philanthropy, public service, or enterprise: what are the big questions of nonprofit management today?

  • Source : West Virginia University
  • 1 January 1970
This article delves into fundamental questions facing nonprofit management, exploring the blurred lines between charity, philanthropy, public service, and enterprise. It discusses the conceptual categorization of the "third sector" and the economic concerns defining nonprofit law. The author also examines the growing trend of social entrepreneurship and the increasing pressure for nonprofits to adopt business-like approaches. A key question posed is whether, in this entrepreneurial landscape, there will remain a place for non-incentive based philanthropic activities.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Chapter Eight Power and Possibilities: Collaborative Fund for Youth-Led Social Change

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter explores how philanthropic foundations can build and maintain legitimacy in democratic societies. It outlines criteria such as mission alignment, public accountability, ethical governance, and measurable impact. The author argues that foundations must go beyond compliance and strive for moral legitimacy by engaging stakeholders, being transparent, and avoiding self-serving agendas. It also discusses regulatory frameworks and cultural expectations that shape perceptions of legitimacy across regions.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Cases from the Philippines in Innovative Philanthropy: An Overview of the Philippines

  • Source : Springer
  • 1 January 1970
This chapter explores how catalytic philanthropy can accelerate social innovation by strategically deploying resources and leveraging partnerships. It discusses mechanisms that enable funders to act as change agents beyond grantmaking, including fostering collaboration, risk-taking, and scaling effective interventions. Drawing on multiple case studies, the chapter illustrates how catalytic philanthropy differs from traditional charity by aiming for systemic impact, encouraging sustainability, and promoting adaptive learning within social sectors.
  • Academic / Journal Article

Book Review: Women, Philanthropy, and Social Change: Visions for a Just Society

  • Source : SAGE Publications
  • 1 January 1970
This book review highlights "Women, Philanthropy, and Social Change: Visions for a Just Society," edited by Elayne Clift. It explores the evolving landscape of women’s philanthropy, emphasizing its potential for global social change across various barriers. The collection delves into the history of women’s funding, focusing on aspects like documenting contributions, women as donors, volunteerism, partnering, and the role of girls and young women. It also examines how women’s giving can influence social constructs and political policies, ultimately transforming societal foundations.
  • Book

Book Review: Foundations for Social Change: Critical Perspectives on Philanthropy and Popular Movementsl. Edited by Daniel Faber and Deborah McCarthy …

  • Source : SAGE Journals
  • 1 January 1970
This book review examines "Foundations for Social Change: Critical Perspectives on Philanthropy and Popular Movements," edited by Daniel Faber and Deborah McCarthy. The multi-disciplinary collection offers broad overviews and case studies, blending theoretical perspectives to critique the relationship between US philanthropic foundations and social change movements. It explores how foundations can either support or hinder popular movements, and addresses ways to make philanthropic institutions more accountable and democratic. The review notes the book’s sophisticated and accessible approach, appealing to scholars, students, foundation officials, nonprofit advocates, and social movement activists.
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