Working paperCommunity philanthropy
Community Foundations and Local Resource Mobilisation
P. Kamau, R. Otieno
Abstract
This working paper examines community philanthropy in Kenya, drawing on the Centre's fieldwork and a review of existing evidence. It sets out what is known, where the data fall short, and the questions the next round of research should ask.
Cite this working paper
Kamau, P. & Otieno, R. (2025). Community Foundations and Local Resource Mobilisation. Ukarimu Centre Working Paper No. 2. Ukarimu Centre, Makerere University.
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