23.06.2025 / Publications Authors: Ștefan Cibian, Lutz Drieling, Lev Fejes, and Edi Beserman Download publication Executive Summary The role of Community Foundations (CFs) and Community Foundation Support Organizations (CFSOs) in furthering the SDGs and local sustainability is becoming increasingly relevant. The study builds on the insights from the 2023 report...

05.06.2025 / Case studies Authors: Lutz Drieling, M.A. Download publication Foundation Scotland is the only community foundation in Scotland It facilitates sustainable development and community empowerment through a unique blend of philanthropy and community-driven initiatives. At its core, Foundation Scotland serves as a custodian of funds for renewable energy projects,...

05.06.2025 / Case studies Authors: Lutz Drieling, M.A. Download publication Northamptonshire Community Foundation (NCF) is a beacon of community engagement, generating lasting connections between donors and their communities. As a catalyst for social change, it funds, connects, and convenes charitable activities to build stronger, more cohesive communities. Committed to inclusivity...

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...

03.06.2025 / News Hamburg, June 6, 2025 — Between June 4 and 6, our colleagues Elizabeth Maloba and Ștefan Cibian attended the Africapitalism Conference, organizată de Prof. Kenneth Amaeshi and The New Institute in Hamburg, Germany. The conference convened thought leaders, multilateral organizations, academic institutions, NGOs, and private-sector stakeholders to...

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...

29.01.2025 / News Vienna, May 29-30, 2025 – Our colleague Ștefan Cibian attended the workshop European Security 2.0: Reassessing Security after Munich, hosted by the Center for European Integration Research in Vienna. The event brought together scholars and policy experts to discuss evolving European security challenges amid ongoing geopolitical shifts...

23.05.2025 / News Bonn, May 22-23, 2025 – Făgăraș Research Institute participated at the EADI Jubilee Event, hosted by the European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (EADI) at the Gustav Stresemann Institut in Bonn, Germany. The conference, titled “Development in Crisis: Reflecting on the Past, Looking to the...

22.02.2025 The dismantling of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) by the Trump administration is drawing international criticism. “It is one of the most serious and costly foreign policy blunders in American history,” according to the agency’s former director Samantha Power, AFP reports, cited by Agerpres. Our colleague Ștefan...

Prepare to embark on a journey into the dynamic world of Sub-Saharan Africa-Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) relations with an exciting introductory course this August. Led by Dr. Stefan Cibian, this program is tailored for students and individuals passionate about international relations, foreign affairs, and development. Participants will gain valuable...