Graduation Date
6-2010
Document Type
Thesis
Department/Program Conferring Degree
Public Service Management
Keywords
international giving, qualitative, indentification theory of care, philanthropy, empathy
Abstract
This paper presents the results of interviews with a selective sample of 21 international donors to examine the cause of their decision to donate internationally. Findings from this sample illustrate that international donors score higher on the scale of empathetic concern and identify with international causes through education, language, travel, and charitable solicitation from a trusted individual. Diaspora giving is also a significant factor in international charitable giving, as is the reputation and accountability of organizations. Findings determine that new international donors can be cultivated by examining the identification theory of care, empathy, religion and international orientation.
Recommended Citation
Sharp, Mandy A., "The global philanthropist: A qualitative donor analysis of international charitable giving in America" (2010). College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Theses and Dissertations. 53.
https://via.library.depaul.edu/etd/53