Document Type : Research Paper

Authors

• Hossein Kordloo ¹
• Abbas Naghizadeh-Baghi ²
• Farzad Nobakht ²
• Mehrdad Moharam Zadeh ³

¹ PhD Student of Sport Management, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran

² Associate Professor of Sport Management, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Iran.

³ Professor of Sport Management, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Iran.

Abstract

Purpose: Given the significant capacity and potential of donors to contribute to sports infrastructure development in the country, the identification of suitable and practical Solutions for leveraging this capacity is of utmost importance. Therefore, the objective of this research is to identify Solutions for utilizing donors' capacity in sports infrastructure development.
Methodology: This qualitative study employed a thematic analysis approach, utilizing content analysis as an exploratory technique. The study population consisted of sports experts, managers, and individuals engaged in sport donors. Purposeful and snowball sampling methods were employed, and data saturation was achieved through 17 interviews. Semi-structured interviews were conducted either in person or via telephone. Validity and reliability were ensured through the use of acceptability, transferability, confirmability, and retest.
Findings: The data analysis yielded 42 open codes, which were categorized into nine sub-themes. Ultimately, the sub-themes were classified into five main themes: legal and structural reforms, improvement of management and planning, transformation and enhancement of public culture, strengthening of information dissemination and awareness, and economic support and incentives. The findings of this research present a comprehensive set of effective Solutions and tools for maximizing donors' participation in sports infrastructure development. By employing these Solutions, sports organizations and donors themselves can make the most of this valuable capacity.
Originality: The research findings provide unique insights into the motivations, challenges, and potential contributions of philanthropists in advancing sports development initiatives. Also, the study proposes an innovative framework for effectively engaging and collaborating with donors to drive sports infrastructure growth.