Chapter Eight Power and Possibilities: Collaborative Fund for Youth-Led Social Change

This chapter explores how philanthropic foundations can build and maintain legitimacy in democratic societies. It outlines criteria such as mission alignment, public accountability, ethical governance, and measurable impact. The author argues that foundations must go beyond compliance and strive for moral legitimacy by engaging stakeholders, being transparent, and avoiding self-serving agendas. It also discusses regulatory frameworks and cultural expectations that shape perceptions of legitimacy across regions.