05.11.2025 / News Addis Ababa, 5 November 2025 — Between 5 and 6 November, the Center for Global Affairs and Postdevelopment (C-GAP) of the Făgăraș Research Institute participates in the international conference Africa’s rising influence: Advancing agency in foreign policy and global governance, represented by Dr. Ștefan Cibian, in Addis...
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: 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...
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....
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...
28.05.2025 / News Făgăraș, May 28, 2025 – The Făgăraș Research Institute is pleased to announce that our colleagues, Ștefan Cibian and Zoltan Levente Fejes, contributed to the 2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index (GPEI), published by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. The GPEI is a global research...