Charitable Activities Research Articles

The Dobrometr aApplication as a Tool for Quantifying the Economic Value of Volunteering

Individuals and companies alike make considerable efforts in various charitable activities such as volunteering. This sector is also supported to some extent by the state. Organised volunteering is costly and companies struggle with reporting its value. Nevertheless, reporting and quantifying volunteer activities can help organisations to differentiate. The most telling value in this context is the evaluation of the impact of volunteering, but this is usually very analytical, time-consuming and costly. Quantifying volunteering is made feasible by a concept known as the value of volunteering. It does not capture the benefits of volunteering, but quantifies one dimension of the overall value of volunteering, volunteering time. To quantify the economic value of volunteering, the Dobrometr application was developed in cooperation between the Hestia centre for volunteering and the College of Polytechnics Jihlava, Czech Republic. The aim of this paper is to present the application and explain its use in determining the economic value of volunteering through the proposed method, thus facilitating its calculation. From the given date, number of hours, and type of activity related to the category, the value of volunteering is calculated. The collected data on the value of volunteering is further used to support the management of individual volunteer organisations. Information and communication technologies are used in the implementation of the application, which includes both a web application and a mobile application. By describing some of the features of the application, the paper further discusses its deployment. The application was developed within the project "Czechia Counts on Volunteering" (a TA CR project). The creation of the application was supported by in-depth research of both theoretical sources and organisations working with volunteers across the society. The aim was to create not only the conditions for organisations in practice to calculate the value of volunteering, but also a solid framework for interpreting these results.

TRANSFORMATION OF ISLAMIC PHILANTHROPY BY THE IDRISIYYAH TARIQA IN THE DIGITAL ERA

<p align="center"><strong>Abstract</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><em>This article explores the transformational role of the Tarekat Idrisiyyah in the practice of Islamic philanthropy in the digital era through the Agen Care initiative. By utilizing information and communication technology, Agen Care has succeeded in increasing the efficiency of donation management, expanding the reach of social programs to remote areas, and increasing public awareness of the importance of social piety. Programs such as waqf, direct cash assistance, house renovation, education and health implemented by Care Agents have had a significant positive impact on the community. However, several technical and sustainability challenges are still faced. Implementation of these new strategies opens up opportunities to strengthen the role of the Idrisiyyah Tarekat as a relevant and effective agent of social change in the digital era. This article highlights how technology can strengthen and expand charitable activities, fulfill religious obligations, and contribute to creating a more prosperous and socially just society.</em></p><p> </p><p> </p>

Непряма благотворительная помощь американских и российских организаций и частных лиц в пользу России в годы Первой мировой войны

In the article has been attempted to consider the history of distant relief from the American and Russian organizations and individuals in favor of Russian disadvantaged children and orphans, sick and wounded Russian soldiers during the World War I. At the moment, in the Russian and American historiography, humanitarian cooperation between Russia and the United States is presented very fragmentally and haphazardly, and this topic has not received the deserved attention of researchers at all. Consequently, the author has identified the following purpose of this article – to summarize and expand the available material about the American and Russian relief and humanitarian assistance, to identify the features, forms and instruments of its activities, as well as to draw a general conclusion about the scale and benefits of the aforementioned assistance to Russia during the European war. The article was written on the basis of materials from the American and Russian periodicals, published documents and archive sources stored in the funds of The Russian State Historical Archive, the Archive of the Foreign Policy of the Russian Empire of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, the Russian State Archive of the Navy. As a result, the author concluded that this assistance was of a national coverage and was expressed by both temporary and permanent American relief organizations. Russian organizations, which were under the auspices of Russian diplomatic authorities in the United States, set goal to collect funds through various entertainment events. Nevertheless, these donations took a small part in solving the problem of shortage of sanitary property. In general, both sides engaged in charitable activities not only out of a sense of compassion and a sincere desire to provide all possible assistance, but also within the framework of public diplomacy aimed at creating a favorable image of their country and stimulating friendly relations between Russia and the United States.

ESG Performance and Enterprise Competitive Advantage Construction: A Case Study of Walmart

This essay opens with an in-depth discussion of the growing importance of ESG concepts in modern corporate management and highlights their significant role in promoting long-term corporate value creation. With the increasing global focus on sustainability, ESG concepts have become an integral part of corporate strategic planning and operational decision-making. Next, this article selects the global retail giant Walmart as a case study and uses SWOT analysis and other management tools to analyse in detail how Walmart has effectively constructed and consolidated its competitive advantages in the highly competitive market through the implementation of an active ESG strategy. The article specifically describes Walmart's practices on several ESG dimensions, including but not limited to the implementation of environmental protection measures, active support to the community, the enhancement of employee welfare, and the optimisation of corporate governance structure. In terms of environmental protection, Walmart has significantly reduced the environmental impact of its operations through measures such as reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency and promoting sustainable products. In terms of community support, the company has strengthened its ties with local communities and enhanced its brand image through various community programmes and charitable activities. Employee well-being has been achieved through improved working conditions and career development opportunities, which have not only increased employee satisfaction but also enhanced the company's attractiveness. The article concludes by summarising the important contribution of Walmart's ESG practices to the company's sustainability and long-term competitive advantage and suggests possible future strategic directions and recommendations for Walmart in ESG based on current market trends and company performance. These recommendations are intended to provide valuable references and insights for Walmart and other companies in their future strategic planning and decision-making processes, especially in terms of how to balance economic efficiency and social responsibility to achieve long-term sustainable development. However, due to the limitation of data and the depth of research on Walmart ESG, the article still has limitations.

Charity Publicity Strategy, Corporate Warmth and Consumer Response

In recent years, corporate philanthropy activities have made important contributions to helping the socially disadvantaged, narrowing the gap between the rich and the poor, strengthening emergency rescue and disaster relief, and promoting people's livelihood. On the one hand, enterprises have the appeal of economic interests, on the other hand, they also have the obligation to assume social responsibility, through charity activities can not only assume social responsibility, but also increase consumers' positive brand attitude and purchase intention, and improve the business conditions of enterprises. However, in real life, many companies do not pay attention to publicity work, resulting in charity activities that do not achieve the expected results of the enterprise, and even create the impression that consumers are "hypocritical". Although the company has paid the cost to undertake corporate social responsibility, it has not received the expected consumer response. Developing an effective publicity strategy for philanthropy can improve the situation and make corporate philanthropy work the most effective. So, what are the publicity factors that should be included in a corporate philanthropy publicity strategy? How do the various publicityl factors affect consumer response? The mechanism of its influence deserves in-depth study. First, three dimensions of corporate philanthropic publicity strategies are explored, publicity time, publicity media, and publicity initiative. From the consumer response perspective, the effects of corporate warmth on consumers' corporate attitudes and purchase intentions are also considered. Second, the impact of charity publicity strategy on consumer response under the regulation of corporate warmth is constructed. Applying two-factor ANOVA, it is found that the effects of publicity time and publicity initiative on consumer response are moderated by corporate warmth, while the effects of publicity media on consumer response are partially moderated. Finally, an orthogonal test is applied to find out the optimal combination of the three charitable publicity methods on consumer response. Aiming to help enterprises understand the mechanism of charitable publicity strategy on consumer response, and realize the purpose of effectively guiding consumer response and promoting consumers' recognition and support of corporate charitable activities

Дамское отделение Нижегородского попечительного о тюрьмах комитета (конец 1911–1912 гг.): причины создания, функции, историческое значение

The article is devoted to the charitable activities of the «Ladies’ branch of the Nizhny Novgorod prison board», which in late 1911–1912 was headed by Ekaterina Aleksandrovna Khvostova, the wife of Nizhny Novgorod governor Alexei Nikolaevich Khvostov. During the entire existence of the Nizhny Novgorod prison committee (1846–1917) this was the first and only experience of the functioning of the Ladies’ department created under it. The novelty of this article lies in the formulation of the problem, the involvement of new historical sources. The chronological framework is determined by the time of operation of this charity. The main historical source was the Case of the Nizhny Novgorod provincial prison inspectorate “I” Office work. About the correspondence of the Nizhny Novgorod Ladies’ branch of the Society for the care of prisons in 1911. It is stored in the fund 386 Nizhny Novgorod prison inspectorate (1908–1918) of the Central archive of the Nizhny Novgorod region. Unpublished epistolary and clerical materials, reference materials, pre–revolutionary periodical press — the journal Prison bulletin were used. The author came to the conclusion that the main reason for the creation of the Ladies’ department of the Nizhny Novgorod prison committee was the fight against child crime, the need to open special educational and correctional institutions for detained children and juvenile delinquents, who were held mainly together with adult prisoners in prisons of the Russian empire at the beginning of the XX century. E. A. Khvostova was engaged in collecting charitable funds for the opening of a shelter located at the Second Nizhny Novgorod provincial prison, providing assistance to unhappy children. An important result of her work was the appearance of such a shelter with an elementary school, a children’s library, and craft workshops.

Self-realization as a Driver of Sustainable Social Development: Balancing Individual Goals and Collective Values

Self-realization is integral to the social aspect of sustainable development, as it enables individuals to boost mental health and personal well-being by achieving and enhancing their potential and life goals. This study explores how self-realization functions as a driver for sustainable social development in the face of adversity. The research, which involved 122 adult Ukrainians, utilized written surveys, statistical analysis, qualitative assessment, and ranking to collect data. Despite the persistent threats and crises, Ukrainians exhibit significant motivation and engagement in self-realization across various domains, including professional endeavors, family interactions, and parenting. The wartime environment has introduced new dimensions to self-realization, such as involvement in volunteering and charitable activities. Key areas of self-realization include professional and family roles, which highlight the effectiveness of personal fulfillment. Nonetheless, respondents encounter common challenges, such as procrastination, laziness, and emotional strain. The majority acknowledge the connection between their self-realization and sustainable social development, particularly its social dimensions. While self-actualization is essential for life fulfillment during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, it necessitates targeted psychological support to tackle individual-specific challenges. Self-actualization remains a vital process for life fulfillment in wartime Ukraine, yet it requires targeted psychological support to address individual challenges. Keywords: self-realization, personality, development, societal sustainable development, social component of societal sustainable development, adult personality, communication

Историческая наука о вкладе предпринимателей в формирование архитектурного облика городов дореволюционной Сибири

The aim of this article is to analyze the extent to which the role of entrepreneurs in the development of Siberian cities has been studied, particularly their contributions to the construction of various types of buildings in the region during the second half of the 19th – early 20th centuries. The renewed interest in the public and everyday life of entrepreneurs has prompted scholars to delve deeper into this subject. Researchers have explored a variety of topics, including contributions to the construction and renovation of administrative and commercial-industrial buildings, as well as cultural establishments such as libraries, museums, theaters, churches, temples, gymnasiums, and universities. New facts have emerged regarding entrepreneurs’ participation in philanthropy, with studies examining the motivations behind their charitable activities. The relevance of historiographical analysis, within the framework of modern discussions, is underscored by the theory of creative entrepreneur-ship. This theory, currently developing among modern Russian entrepreneurs from both large and small-to-medium-sized businesses, highlights their contributions to the architectural development of cities, culture, the economy, and philanthropy. This research provides valuable insights into how entrepreneurs of pre-revolutionary Siberia influenced not only the physical appearance of cities but also contributed to their social and cultural advancement.

Peran Media Sosial dalam Mengedukasi Masyarakat Tentang Zakat: Studi Kasus Basnaz SUMUT

This research aims to investigate the role of social media in educating and disseminating information to the public about zakat, by taking the North Sumatra National Zakat Amil Agency (BASNAZ) case study. As the institution responsible for collecting and distributing zakat in the region, BASNAZ has an important role in increasing public awareness and understanding of zakat. Social media has become an important communication channel for BASNAZ to reach a wider audience and strengthen community participation in zakat activities. This research method involves a qualitative approach, by collecting data through interviews with North Sumatra BASNAZ management, observation of their social media content, and analysis of related documents. The data was then analyzed thematically to identify the strategies and best practices used by BASNAZ in using social media for educational purposes about zakat. The research results show that social media has become an effective instrument for BASNAZ North Sumatra in educating the public about zakat. Through platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, BASNAZ can convey relevant information about zakat obligations, lessons learned, as well as how to manage and distribute zakat in a way that is easy for the public to understand. In addition, the two-way interaction between BASNAZ and social media users allows for a deeper dialogue on zakat-related issues. However, challenges also arise, including problems with the authenticity of information, limited accessibility for people who do not have internet access, and competition with other content on social media. Therefore, this research also identifies several recommendations to increase the effectiveness of the use of social media in educating the public about zakat, including increasing collaboration with local influencers, developing engaging content, and increasing the use of text-based platforms to reach underserved communities online. The findings of this research have practical implications for BASNAZ and similar organizations in improving their communication strategies through social media, as well as for researchers and practitioners in the fields of marketing communications and zakat education. Apart from that, this research also contributes to the understanding of the role of social media in supporting philanthropic and charitable activities in the digital era.

Charitable Activities in Penza Province during the First World War

Charitable Activities in Penza Province during the First World War

Церковное и государственное строительство на Восточном Кавказе во второй половине XIX века (по материалам проповедей протоиерия Николая Котляревского)

The study of confessional issues in the Eastern Caucasus, using the example of the activities of Archpriest N.V. Kotlyarevsky, the study is devoted to, it examines the issues of moral development of the Orthodox population of the Eastern Caucasus, the ideological role of clergy in matters of family and marriage, and public service. The Orthodox clergy in the Caucasus was an integral part, the base for the implementation of the Caucasian policy in the region. The integration component of the Caucasian policy has become a priority, especially in the period from the 1930s. XIX century, when as a result of acculturation processes there was a change in management vectors - from the military-political subordination of the region to its development, by means of involvement in the trade, economic, cultural field of the empire, and the formation of a socio-cultural space. Acculturation processes, both state and domestic, came to the forefront of state policy in the region. The paper highlights the issues of the place and role of the Orthodox clergy in the spread of education in the region, charitable activities, especially in the second half of the 19th century, which was due to the influx of the empire's resettlement policy into the region. The Orthodox clergy of the Caucasus became the conductor of the state acculturation of the region, supervising the issues of matrimonial ties, the revival of Orthodoxy, its spread in the region, the value orientations of family and marriage, as well as state initiatives and practices in the Eastern Caucasus.

Improving patient flow in free medical service by introducing a process map: a quality improvement study

Introduction: The tradition of charitable medical treatment can be drawn back to the early years of Christianity when the Church growth closely related to the care for the sick as well as other charitable activities. Though its purpose is charity, free medical service should also improve the quality of service. It can be achieved through the implementation of lean six sigma tools. One of its tools is a process map. Process map in Lean Six Sigma is commonly used as a diagnostic tool to determine the possible bottlenecks in the system. Methods: This is a brief pre and post quality improvement study. Before the implementation of a process map suggested by the researcher (period I), the patient flow was not properly organized. After the lunch break, the researcher introduced a new process map and briefed it to the committee. The patients flow in the afternoon (Period II) was using the process map. Patient numbers and wait times were measured within the time interval of this study. Results: Out of 159 patients who served during the period of this study, 63 (40%) were male and 96 (60%) were female. During Period I of the medical service, 50 patients (31%) were treated with average 17 patients per hour and approximate waiting time 36 minutes. After implementation of process map (Period II) the number of patients served were 109 (69%) with an average 36 patients per hour and an approximate waiting time of 17 minutes. Conclusion: The implementation of process map in free medical service may assist in increasing the number of patients served and reduce the waiting time as a result. Apart from reducing the confusion of where the patients were to go next, the process map also help the committee to identify possible hinderances and address the impediments to efficient charitable medical care.

EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF IOANN MAXIMOVICH 1697-1711: CHERNIHIV PERIOD

The life and activities of Ioann Maxymovych (1651-1715), a prominent church figure and writer, have repeatedly attracted the attention of researchers. A significant number of investigations are dedicated to his biography and creative works. Almost his entire life was associated with Ukraine. Ioann Maxymovych – educator, church figure, missionary, spiritual writer, Archbishop of Chernihiv and Novgorod-Siversky, Metropolitan of Tobolsk, belongs to the ranks of saints, enlightener of the peoples of Siberia, founder of the first higher education institution on the Left-Bank of Ukraine – Chernihiv Collegium. The article considers the period of life of Ioann Maximovich from 1697-1711, which falls on the time of his active work at the Chernihiv department. The importance of his own efforts in promoting the development of education and enlightenment was emphasized: the establishment of the Chernigov Collegium; literary and translation activities; funding and maintenance of the library and diocesan typography, etc. The article analyzes the rich experience of educational and charitable activities of Ioann Maksimovich in supporting the formation of the Chernihiv diocese, its spiritual and cultural development at the beginning of the 18th century.

Educational and Charitable Activities of Baptist Christians: On the Example of the Religious Organization of Evangelical Christians Baptists, Called 'Church of the Nativity,' in Zhytomyr

Educational and Charitable Activities of Baptist Christians: On the Example of the Religious Organization of Evangelical Christians Baptists, Called 'Church of the Nativity,' in Zhytomyr

THE HISTORY OF THE STUDY OF CULTURAL, EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES OF THE NOBILITY OF BELARUS (1861–1914)

This article examines the degree of research by the authors on the topic of cultural, educational and charitable activities of the nobility of Belarus in 1861–1914, analyzes the main studies on this issue, and characterizes their source base. The main stages in the historiography of this problem are revealed. Despite the fact that the first works devoted to the nobility in Belarus were published back in the 1860s, this topic was most significantly reflected only in scientific research at the end of the twentieth century.

THE LANGUAGE OF PEACE AND WAR: UKRAINIAN FANDOM ON THE WAY TO SELF-IDENTIFICATION

The article discusses the peculiarities of the functioning of Ukrainian fantasy fandom as well as its transformations related to two main aspects: 1) from “the old” fandom to the new one and 2) from the ordinary forms of existence during the peaceful times to existence during the wartime after Russian full-scale invasion in Ukraine in February 2022.The article indicates the general transformation of the scholarly research of the fandom in the Western academic context. It is possible to present it as the flow from an “ethnographic” or external interpretation of the fandom as a part of the mass culture that depends on the specifics of the popular culture production, to the “internal” or integrated descriptions of the fandom functioning as a separated sphere of social activity.The article argues that there are two stages of the existence of Ukrainian fantasy-related fandom. “The old” fandom emerged in the pre-computer era and was based on the Soviet fandom, which influenced its peculiarities. For instance, there are such aspects as statelessness, the absence of national representation (and the dominance of Russo-centrism as the common cultural platform), the importance of direct interpersonal contacts, distancing from contact with authorities, and the tendency to reduce the presence of the fandom in the shared urban space.Unlike “the old” fandom, “the new” one is developing under the influence of new communicational technologies, which erases the barriers to entering the fandom for new members, enlarges the zones of potential contacts, eliminates geographic and territorial barriers, etc. Moreover, “the new” fandom is more integrated into the urban space and is more available for communications. For the Ukrainian fandom, the transition from “the old” fandom to the “new one” means focusing on domestic cultural issues as the fandom becomes Ukraine-centric.Russian military aggression against Ukraine, from annexing Crimea in 2014 to the full-scale invasion in 2022, became the inner catalyst for the development and transformation of the Ukrainian fandom. The external existential threat led to the transformation of the practices, implemented by the fandom and to the rise of the Ukrainian popular culture, which is closely related to the fandom. During the full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian fandom, preserving its core responsibilities (communication and social activity around popular culture functioning), spreads its new topical responsibilities: apart from the domestic volunteer work, which unites the majority of Ukrainian communities, it includes the educational activity, gaining subjectivity during international communication with the foreign fandom of Europe and the USA, charitable activity, etc.

FIGHTING ANIMAL CRUELTY IN THE RUSSIAN EMPIRE IN THE 2ND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY (historical and legal aspect)

Despite the lack of a developed regulatory framework in the field of animal treatment in the Russian Empire in the 2nd half of the 19th century society matured an understanding of the need to pose and resolve this problem. Using the example of Nizhny Novgorod Department of the Russian Society for Animal Welfare, the authors consider various measures aimed at protecting agricultural and domestic animals in Nizhny Novgorod, ways to spread the ideas of humane treatment of animals and improving their living conditions among the general public. Special attention is paid to the study of such areas of the department’s activities as combating the unsatisfactory condition of slaughterhouses, taking measures to capture and keep stray dogs, overseeing the treatment of animals at fairs and other places of trade, regulating the transportation of small livestock and the exploitation of horses. The results of the fruitful work of this organisation in the field of responsible animal management are presented. The rich experience of Nizhny Novgorod Department of the Russian Society for Animal Welfare, accompanied by real positive changes in the field of animal rights, can be used by legislators at the present stage in regulating charitable and volunteer activities of animal protection organisations, in improving the legal regulation of animal transportation, veterinary legislation and regulation of other public relations, the object of which includes the treatment of animals.

Жертвенность как психологический феномен (на примере жизни и деятельности Фридриха Иосифа Гааза)

The article attempts to study the phenomenon of sacrifice within the framework of psychological science. The theoretical and methodological foundations of the analysis were the ideas of the founder of analytical psychology Carl Gustav Jung. He considered an important component of psychological work on the harmonization of the inner world to be the willingness of a person to come into contact with a variety of mental material, including those related to negative, unpleasant characteristics of his own personality in order to analyze them. Sacrifice in the context of analytical psychology involves systematic reflection, self-deepening, increasing awareness and, as a result, enriching the personality with meanings that are not subjective, but universal. In the article Jung's ideas are considered regarding the life and charitable activities of a man of high spiritual life, an outstanding silverless physician of the XIX century Friedrich-Joseph Haase. It is shown that his prosocial activity is the result of personal transformations under the influence of deep religious faith, orientation to Christian symbols and dogmas, introspection and subtle psychological reflection. Haaz endowed a person's life path with a sacred meaning, trusted the natural flow of life, considered the circumstances of life, turns of fate, meetings as tasks set for him from Above. The doctor's high degree of awareness expanded the boundaries of perception of reality and contributed to the fact that public interests and concerns became deeply personal for him.

Kontribusi Sosial Terkait Menumbuhkan Keberpihakan dan Kepedulian Terhadap Sesama dengan Semangat Kebhinekaan

This social contribution aims to (1) foster a sense of caring and a spirit of sharing for students, (2) improve children's welfare: providing gifts of school equipment can help fulfill the basic needs of orphanage children, so that they can learn and grow better, (3) foster mutual care and a sense of empathy among the community, encouraging more people to engage in worthwhile social activities, (4) support education: by providing school equipment, children have the necessary tools to learn effectively. This can help improve their academic performance and motivation to learn, (5) set an example: doing positive social activities can set an example for the younger generation, inspiring them to engage in charitable activities and help others in the future.

Мanaging Organization Image Using Sponsorship and Charity Tools

In the article, the author substantiates the relevance of managing the image of an organization by such marketing communication tools as sponsorship and charity. The works of Russian scientists who form the theoretical basis for the study of the features of sponsorship and charitable activities in image management are noted. The author uses such methods as systematization, synthesis, analysis, generalization. Innovative types of sponsorship and charity are considered, as well as the main areas and directions of sponsorship and charitable assistance. The practice of using this type of activity in organizations to manage their image is analyzed. In the course of the study, an analysis of the communication activities of PJSC Sberbank of Russia, in particular such areas as sponsorship and charity, has been carried out. The main areas where this organization mainly directs its efforts in this regard have been identified. The analysis of sponsorship and charitable activities in the organization in the context of its image management is carried out. The charitable and sponsorship activities of PJSC Sberbank of Russia are considered as a tool for creating a favorable image of the organization in the eyes of the target audiences and the general public. Based on the analysis, recommendations are proposed to improve the sponsorship and charitable activities of PJSC Sberbank of Russia in order to manage the image of the organization. It is especially noted that PJSC Sberbank of Russia needs to pay attention to events for families in order to increase confidence in the organization, as well as projects in the field of youth policy to create a new target audience of young people. The recommendations are aimed at creating a real image of PJSC Sberbank of Russia as the closest to what is desired and favorably perceived in the eyes of society. The proposed events will help create a positive image not only in the eyes of the public, but also of the state as a whole, as there is support for federal and regional sponsorship and charity policies.