Philanthropic Foundations And Social Welfare

Author : Sarah Förster
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783658284992

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Philanthropic Foundations and Social Welfare by Sarah Förster Pdf

The existing welfare regime literature identifies differences in welfare state systems. Sarah Förster asks, if we can learn something on the organizational level about the embedding of philanthropic foundations in the field of social welfare in different welfare state systems. This investigation is based on comparative insights from the three country cases of Germany, Sweden and the UK (England). Guided by propositions from theoretical analysis of welfare regime literature, comparative explorative case studies based on interview data and secondary sources give insights into the field and the embedding of philanthropic social welfare foundations in the three different welfare state systems. Each type of foundation has different levels of independence from external constraints and is embedded to different degrees according to the propositions from welfare regime theory. These differences hold further implications for the investigation of foundations as a special organizational form.

Author : David C. Hammack,Helmut K. Anheier
Publisher : Brookings Institution Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780815721949

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A Versatile American Institution by David C. Hammack,Helmut K. Anheier Pdf

America's grantmaking foundations have grown rapidly over the course of recent decades, even in the face of financial and economic crises. Foundations have a great deal of freedom, enjoy widespread legitimacy, and wield considerable influence. In this book, the authors present a comprehensive historical account of what American foundations have done with that independence and power. While philanthropic foundations play important roles in other parts of the world, the U.S. sector stands out as exceptional. Nowhere else are they so numerous, prominent, or autonomous. What have been the main contributions of philanthropic foundations to American society? And what might the future hold for them?

Author : Philip Klein
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 307 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Public welfare
ISBN : LCCN:68000186

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From Philanthropy to Social Welfare by Philip Klein Pdf

Author : Helmut K. Anheier,David C. Hammack
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 471 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780815704577

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American Foundations by Helmut K. Anheier,David C. Hammack Pdf

Foundations play an essential part in the philanthropic activity that defines so much of American life. No other nation provides its foundations with so much autonomy and freedom of action as does the United States. Liberated both from the daily discipline of the market and from direct control by government, American foundations understandably attract great attention. As David Hammack and Helmut Anheier note in this volume, "Americans have criticized foundations for... their alleged conservatism, liberalism, elitism, radicalism, devotion to religious tradition, hostility to religion—in short, for commitments to causes whose significance can be measured, in part, by the controversies they provoke. Americans have also criticized foundations for ineffectiveness and even foolishness." Their size alone conveys some sense of the significance of American foundations, whose assets amounted to over $530 billion in 2008 despite a dramatic decline of almost 22 percent in the previous year. And in 2008 foundation grants totaled over $45 billion. But what roles have foundations actually played over time, and what distinctive roles do they fill today? How have they shaped American society, how much difference do they make? What roles are foundations likely to play in the future? This comprehensive volume, the product of a three-year project supported by the Aspen Institute's program on the Nonprofit Sector and Philanthropy, provides the most thorough effort ever to assess the impact and significance of the nation's large foundations. In it, leading researchers explore how foundations have shaped—or failed to shape—each of the key fields of foundation work. American Foundations takes the reader on a wide-ranging tour, evaluating foundation efforts in education, scientific and medical research, health care, social welfare, international relations, arts and culture, religion, and social change.

Author : Ann Stromberg
Publisher : Russell Sage Foundation
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1956-12-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781610446969

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Philanthropic Foundations in Latin America by Ann Stromberg Pdf

Provides a directory of the rapidly expanding philanthropic foundations in Latin America, identifying over 750 foundations and presenting detailed information on 364 of them. In addition, the directory contains an introduction that analyzes historical data on Latin American foundations, a country-by-country summary of legal processes regarding foundations and pertinent tax laws, two essays by North and South American foundation presidents discussing the organization and management of private foundations, and an appendix with models of bylaws and financial statements of Latin American foundations.

Author : Frank Emerson Andrews
Publisher : Russell Sage Foundation
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1950-12-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781610440127

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Philanthropic Giving by Frank Emerson Andrews Pdf

This book presents and informing picture of giving in the United States. It glances briefly at the history of philanthropy, including the growth in government services, but its emphasis is on recent changes and the special opportunities of today. It offers estimates of giving, as to amounts, sources, and benefiting agencies, believed to be more comprehensive than are elsewhere available. It includes a discussion of legal and tax aspects of philanthropy.

Author : Philip Klein
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Political Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105004859703

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From Philanthropy to Social Welfare by Philip Klein Pdf

Author : Professor Theo N M Schuyt
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781472412829

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Philanthropy and the Philanthropy Sector by Professor Theo N M Schuyt Pdf

Offering an introduction to modern philanthropy with regard to the commitment and willingness of citizens, funds, churches and businesses to contribute voluntarily to society Philanthropy and the Philanthropy Sector: An Introduction attempts to map philanthropy and promote a better understanding of its characteristics and features. Intended for students, scientists, administrators, policymakers, politicians, fundraisers, philanthropists and philanthropic organizations this book adopts a social policy approach to look at philanthropy alongside other social arrangements and provide an invaluable introduction for all those interested in this fascinating social mechanism.

Author : Commission on Private Philanthropy and Public Needs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Charitable uses, trusts, and foundations
ISBN : UOM:39015008310636

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Research Papers: Philanthropic fields of interest. pt. 1. Areas of activity. pt. 2. Additional perspectives by Commission on Private Philanthropy and Public Needs Pdf

Author : Daniel Faber,Deborah McCarthy,Deborah McCarthy Auriffeille
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0742549887

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Foundations for Social Change by Daniel Faber,Deborah McCarthy,Deborah McCarthy Auriffeille Pdf

This multi-disciplinary collection blends broad overviews and case studies as well as different theoretical perspectives in a critique of the relationship between United States philanthropic foundations and movements for social change. Scholars and practitioners examine how these foundations support and/or thwart popular social movements and address how philanthropic institutions can be more accountable and democratic in a sophisticated, provocative, and accessible manner. Foundations for Social Change brings together the leading voices on philanthropy and social movements into a single collection and its interdisciplinary approach will appeal to scholars, students, foundation officials, non-profit advocates, and social movement activists.

Author : Shelby Millard Harrison,Frank Emerson Andrews,Russell Sage Foundation
Publisher : New York : Russell Sage Foundation
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1946
Category : Endowments
ISBN : STANFORD:36105120890764

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American Foundations for Social Welfare by Shelby Millard Harrison,Frank Emerson Andrews,Russell Sage Foundation Pdf

Author : Commission on Private Philanthropy and Public Needs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Charities
ISBN : UCAL:B3230727

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Philanthropic fields of interest. pt. 1. Areas of activity. pt. 2. Additional perspectives by Commission on Private Philanthropy and Public Needs Pdf

Author : Ellen Condliffe Lagemann
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 518 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1999-07-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 025311294X

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Philanthropic Foundations by Ellen Condliffe Lagemann Pdf

"Foundations are socially and politically significant, but this simple fact... has mostly been ignored by students of American history.... This collection represents an important contribution to an emerging field." -- Kenneth Prewitt, Social Science Research Council

Author : Morvaridi, Behrooz
Publisher : Policy Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781447321323

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New Philanthropy and Social Justice by Morvaridi, Behrooz Pdf

There is a broad consensus that traditional philanthropy has the potential to be transformative and address inequalities and injustices, as well as provide relief to the poor. Over the last two decades individual capitalists and private corporations have become increasingly involved in philanthropy, often through foundations targeted at helping to reduce social problems associated with poverty, disease and food insecurity. This important book questions the political and ideological reasons behind rich individuals and large companies choosing to engage in poverty reduction through philanthropy. The question of concern is not whether new philanthropy is good or bad, but what motivates this form of giving and whether the sources of new philanthropy funding are legitimate. The book argues that this new philanthropy risks being a sticking plaster without long-term results, because it fails to tackle social injustice or the structural reasons for inequality. It will be of value to academics, upper-level undergraduates and postgraduates in politics, sociology, economics and development studies.

Author : Richard Magat
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Endowment of research
ISBN : 0801435528

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Unlikely Partners by Richard Magat Pdf

"For too long, the labor movement and philanthropic foundations have had little contact, even when their guiding principles are the same. The time is ripe for a new national conversation on where and how they can effectively work together. Richard Magat's new book focuses on the relationship between unions and foundations--its history, its dynamics, and its potential. This is a relationship that can and should be enormously valuable for both sides."--John J. Sweeney, President, AFL-CIO An investigation into the little-known history of relations between organized labor and philanthropic foundations in America, this book reveals curious connections linking these important institutions throughout the twentieth century. Richard Magat examines these relations--whether indirect or direct, confrontational, supportive, or collaborative--in a wide variety of areas: research, the condition and status of black and female workers, the struggle of farmworkers, workplace health and safety, the union democracy movement, and the stake of union members in the global marketplace. Unlikely Partners begins with the industrial and social ferment in which the great modern foundations arose in the early twentieth century. It covers such topics as the Russell Sage Foundation (the first to address labor conditions), the National Civic Federation, and manifestations of "enlightened" business practice, including welfare capitalism. The book lays out areas of future community, fiscal, and policy collaboration between unions and foundations.