Changing Dynamic of Government-Nonprofit Relationships: Advancing the Field(s)

The study of nonprofit scholarship uses a policy fields framework to examine differences across nonprofit fields of activity, focusing on the structure of relationships among government, nonprofit, market, and informal sectors and how these relationships differ across policy fields. It also explores how government-nonprofit relationships differ across policy fields and offers insights on how nonprofit organizations differ in key sub-fields with direct relevance for policy and practice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 75 pages
Publication date: 11 February 2021
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

We delve into the realm of nonprofit scholarship by employing a comprehensive conceptual framework that encompasses policy fields. Our primary focus lies in examining the diverse characteristics and disparities across nonprofit sectors of activity. We center our attention on the intricate web of relationships among four key sectors: government, nonprofit, market, and informal. These relationships exhibit varying dynamics across policy fields, encompassing areas such as health, human services, education, arts and culture, and religion. Notably, these fields exhibit distinct economic shares and organizational structures, contributing to their unique operational approaches. Furthermore, we identify systemic differences in how the nonprofit sector engages with the government, market, and informal sectors, shaping their interactions and outcomes.

Within the broader context of national economies and political landscapes, policy fields operate. Our framework seeks to unravel the intricacies of government-nonprofit relationships across these fields, identifying the factors that contribute to their variation. By employing predictive capacity, we generate hypotheses and research designs to facilitate further exploration. Moreover, we offer valuable insights into how nonprofit organizations differ in key sub-fields, with direct implications for policy and practice.

By employing a multi-faceted approach, we aim to enhance our understanding of nonprofit scholarship and contribute to the development of effective strategies and policies that support the nonprofit sector.

Weight: 134g
Dimension: 151 x 228 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108708067