05.06.2025 / Case studies Authors: Andrei Anghel M.A. Candidate Download publication A Brief Introduction to Odorheiu Secuiesc Community Foundation Odorheiu Secuiesc Community Foundation (FCOS) has made significant strides in aligning its initiatives with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Within this case study, we will showcase the foundation’s approach...
12.09.2025 / News Brașov, September 10–12, 2025 – The Făgăraș Research Institute (FRI) contributed with the presentation “Mobilizing Civil Society in Emergency Situations” at the Regional Workshop on Cooperation between Local Public Authorities (LPA) and Civil Society in Emergency Management. This event is the first in a series of five...
26.06.2025 / News Bucharest, June 26, 2025 — The Făgăraș Research Institute co-organized the event “Romanian Consortium for Philanthropy and Civil Society Research” alongside Lev Fejes, Melania Leșe, and Prof. Paul Sum (Research Center for Civil Society). The event was hosted at the Romanian American Foundation House in Bucharest. Bringing...
25.06.2025 / News The Făgăraș Research Institute is pleased to announce the publication of the study “The Impact of the Ambulance for Monuments Program on the Activation of Local Communities in Romania”, an in-depth research project that explores how the Monumentum Association initiative not only protects endangered historical buildings, but...
13.06.2025 / News Iași, June 11–13, 2025 – The Făgăraș Research Institute (FRI) contributed with the presentation “Mobilizing Civil Society in Emergency Situations” at the Regional Workshop on Cooperation between Local Public Authorities (LPA) and Civil Society in Emergency Management. This event is the first in a series of five...
02.06.2025 / News Făgăraș, June 1st, 2025 – A training session on facilitating community foresight processes took place at the @HomeinFăgăraș barn, hosted by the Făgăraș Research Institute and led by international expert Elizabeth Maloba, who brings over 20 years of experience in organizational development, international cooperation, facilitation, and leadership....
24.06.2025 / Publications Authors: Ștefan Cibian, Oana Lup, Edi Beserman, Ianis Rușitoru, Claudia Șerbănuță, Laura Vișan, Ruxandra Mocanu, Maria Năstase, Daniela Langusi, Ioana Onea This publication presents an in-depth analysis of how the Ambulance for Monuments project – a Monumentum Association initiative – activates local communities by securing endangered...
05.02.2024 / Publications Authors: Lev Fejes, Ph.D. This study examines donation behaviours among the adult urban population in Romania, exploring key aspects such as frequency, preferred methods, sources of information, and underlying motivations behind donations. The study finds that 52% of the adult urban population made at least one donation...
18.03.2024 / Publications Authors: Ștefan Cibian, Andra-Octavia Drăghiciu The study investigates the behaviors and motivations of exceptional donors in Romania—individuals distinguished by their sustained and active philanthropic involvement. The analysis offers an in-depth analysis of the psychological, social, and contextual factors that underpin recurring donations and donor loyalty. It is...
26.02.2025 / Publications Authors: Ștefan Cibian, Lev Fejes, Ph.D. This country report evaluates the philanthropic environment in Romania as part of the 2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index (GPEI). It explores key dimensions such as the legal framework for philanthropic organizations, tax incentives, cross-border donation flows, political and economic conditions, and...