Foundations in Europe - Hardcover

Economic integration and the expansion of international communication have led to sustained growth of philanthropic investment in a number of European countries. New foundations are coming into existence and new forms of philanthropy are being tested. This book provides a survey of the foundation sector in Europe. On a comparative country-by-country basis, it examines the role of foundations in society and their legal framework, as well as issues of governance, organization and management. The book should be of value and interest to foundation professionals, donors and others who are interested in international philanthropy.

Andreas Schl?ter is the former managing director of the Bertelsmann Foundation. Volker Then is project manager of the Philanthropy and Foundations division of the Bertelsmann Foundation. Peter Walkenhorst is the director of the Philanthropy and Foundations division of the Bertelsmann Foundation.