Front-stage and backstage convening: The transition from opposition to mutualistic coexistence in organizational philanthropy

This article examines the transition in organizational philanthropy from opposition to mutualistic coexistence, using the concepts of front-stage and backstage convening. It investigates how philanthropic organizations manage public and private interactions to foster collaboration and shared goals among diverse stakeholders, ultimately moving beyond confrontational stances to achieve more effective and cooperative outcomes in their social impact initiatives.