Discover the inner workings of a pioneering philanthropic foundation.
This edition presents the Rockefeller Foundation’s own account in response to a national inquiry, outlining its structure, leadership, and procedures. Readers gain a window into how a major charity organizes funds, selects directors, and governs its investments and operations with care and accountability.
The material focuses on organization and governance, detailing questions and answers about the board, officers, subsidiary bodies, and the rules that guide spending, investments, and reporting. It emphasizes transparency, describing how officers are chosen, how funds are appropriated, and how the foundation maintains oversight through its committees. The content also highlights collaboration across fields and countries, including the formation of commissions and international efforts tied to public health and education.Ideal for readers of history, philanthropy, and public administration who want a practical view of how a major foundation operates behind the scenes.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book illustrates the extensive actions and policies undertaken by The Rockefeller Foundation since its inception to profoundly impact the well-being of humanity across the globe. Initially focused on eradicating hookworm disease, the Foundation expanded its mission to address broader public health concerns and promote economic, educational, and scientific progress. The author details the evolution of the Foundation's strategies, its collaborations with other organizations, and its commitment to rigorous evaluation of its programs. Through a comprehensive analysis of the Foundation's activities, this book offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing philanthropy in the 21st century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332844937_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781332844937
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