Case 26: Altruism vs. Profit: The Challenges of Clean Water in India
1. crisis, how do these reflect community
partnerships and/or strategic philanthropy?
2. The Byrraju Foundation requires the village to donate funds. Is this a good strategy?
Why/Why not?
quality ranks 120th among the 122 rated
countries in terms of quality water available to its citizens. What are the challenges to
addressing environmental issues in emerging countries, and how does that differ from developed
countries?
4. What are the differences in nonprofit versus for-profit organizational forms of business when
addressing these types of social problems? Is market demand the best determinant for basic
necessities?
5. Which of the five stakeholder groups might have the most power to address social problems in
developing countries, especially when there is instability in the government due to transitions,
crisis, or corruption?
6. Corporate philanthropy has become more globalized and international development has seen
increased funding even through recessionary times. Why are MNCs interested in international
giving?