Ebrahim analyses the organizational evolution of NGOs combining case studies with extensive review of literature.The organizational dynamics of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have become increasingly complex as they have evolved from small single issue campaign groups into sophisticated multinational organizations. Alnoor Ebrahim's study analyses the organizational evolution of the NGOs as a result of their increased profile as bilateral partners in delivering aid. The book combines original case studies and research with an extensive review of literature from organizational and development studies and advances our understanding of management and organizational change in the non-profit sector.The organizational dynamics of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have become increasingly complex as they have evolved from small single issue campaign groups into sophisticated multinational organizations. Alnoor Ebrahim's study analyses the organizational evolution of the NGOs as a result of their increased profile as bilateral partners in delivering aid. The book combines original case studies and research with an extensive review of literature from organizational and development studies and advances our understanding of management and organizational change in the non-profit sector.The organizational dynamics of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have become increasingly complex as they have evolved from small local groups into sophisticated multinational organizations with global networks. Alnoor Ebrahim's study analyzes the organizational evolution of NGOs as a result of their increased profile as bilateral partners in delivering aid. Focusing on the relationships between NGOs and their international network of funders, it examines not only the tensions created by the reporting requirement of funders, but also the strategies of resistance employed by NGOs.List of figures; List of tables; Acknowledgments; List of abbreviations; Introduction; 1. The making oflă+