Boundary-spanning philanthropy: A micro-macro perspective on philanthropy, nonprofit organizations and online prosocial behavior

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Abstract

Philanthropy emerges from the moral imperative to perform acts of good will. In the present study, we address the link between individual level theories of volunteering and organizational level approaches of philanthropic activity. We propose a conceptual bridge between theoretical and operational measures of philanthropy based on a micro/ macro level perspective. We introduce the concept of “Boundaryspanning” philanthropy enables to capture the change from a past “mechanistic” mode into a future “organic” mode. The organic philanthropy enables an immediate online interaction used by philanthropists, nonprofit organizations and individuals alike in order to promote social causes, advance public awareness and engage volunteers. The individual and organizational levels variations of e-philanthropy and online volunteer engagement and contributions are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPhilanthropy
Subtitle of host publicationPast, Present and Future Perspectives
PublisherNova Science Publishers, Inc.
Pages45-67
Number of pages23
ISBN (Electronic)9781536102642
ISBN (Print)9781536102437
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2016

Bibliographical note

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Keywords

  • Boundary-spanning philanthropy
  • E-philanthropy
  • Social marketing

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Social Sciences

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