1st Edition

Governance, Nonprofit Organizations and Strategy The Network Philanthropy Model

By Giacomo Boesso, Fabrizio Cerbioni Copyright 2025
162 Pages 2 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

162 Pages 2 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

162 Pages 2 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

Grant-making foundations play a crucial role in financing a wide range of philanthropic projects that contribute to the social and economic development of targeted communities. In fulfilling this essential function, the trustees who serve on each foundation's board of directors must ensure not only the economic and financial stability of their organization but also a balance with the expectations... Read more

1. Introduction: network philanthropy in grant-making foundations. An interpretative model

2. Dialogic grantees and their relationship with the grant-making foundation

3. Committed employees and their involvement in the planning and control activities of foundations

4. Strategic philanthropy: a longitudinal analysis among proactive decision-makers

5. Conclusion: third-sector professionals

Biography

Giacomo Boesso, Professor of Business Administration, University of Padova (Italy). Prof. Boesso teaches “Business Planning” and “Introduction to Business Administration.” His research interests include stakeholder management and nonprofit governance. Over the years, he has published more than 70 research papers and 4 books.

Fabrizio Cerbioni, Professor of Accounting, University of Padova. Prof. Cerbioni teaches “Group Governance and Consolidated Financial Statements” and “Professional Technique.” His research interests include accounting principles and nonprofit governance.