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This thought-provoking critique exposes the limits of applying business logic to philanthropy and social change. Michael Edwards argues that: Philanthrocapitalism, while appealing, often fails in solving deep-rooted issues like inequality, corruption, or political oppression. Meaningful transformation requires cooperation, collective action, and long-term commitment, not isolated initiatives or quick fixes. The rise of business-like philanthropy drifts mission, reduces NGO independence, and tends to concentrate power rather than democratize action. Instead, he champions citizen philanthropy and a stronger civil society foundation for systemic change

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245: $a: Small Change: Why Business Won’t Save the World
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100: $a: Michael Edwards
650: $a: Social Change, Business
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250: $b: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
250: $c: 2010
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