The role of social capital in transnational elite philanthropy: the example of the American Friends groups of French cultural institutions

This article investigates the role of social capital in transnational elite philanthropy, specifically focusing on American Friends groups supporting French cultural institutions. It examines how these organizations leverage social capital, both narrow ("entre-soi") and broad, to mobilize and engage donors. The study highlights the challenges and strategies involved in fundraising across borders, emphasizing the balance required to maintain exclusivity while expanding networks to reach diverse elite groups and secure philanthropic support for cultural initiatives.