The Role of Missionary and Darwinian Founder Identities for Family Firm Philanthropy
Published online on January 31, 2026
Abstract
Family Business Review, Volume 39, Issue 1, Page 62-86, March 2026.
This study applies an identity theory lens to explore how the founder’s identity affects family firm philanthropy in later stages of the business. Our study’s insights derive from a philanthropy survey of key decision makers in international family firms. ...
This study applies an identity theory lens to explore how the founder’s identity affects family firm philanthropy in later stages of the business. Our study’s insights derive from a philanthropy survey of key decision makers in international family firms. ...