Liberal American foundations have traditionally shied away from pursing political agendas. Conservative foundations, however, have been much more successful in influencing public policy. To help better understand why some foundations put money but not policy behind progressive ideals, the spring 2005 issue of Stanford Social Innovation Review features the cover story “War of Ideas.”
The disconnect between theory and reality in nonprofit boards, and how to fix it.
How nonprofits that value their employees reap the benefits in service quality, morale, and funding.
Why mainstream and liberal foundations and the think tanks they support are losing in the war of ideas in American politics.
The potentials and pitfalls of partnering.
Though they have their opponents, boutique-style services can subsidize care for the poor.
The Taproot Foundation provides organized volunteers who deliver marketing expertise.
A Hong Kong manufacturer brings business practices to social services in Asia.
How did the Jacobs Foundation help revitalize a neighborhood? By listening to its residents.
Minnesota Public Radio: social purpose capitalism.
Charles Lewis on how a founder says goodbye to donors and staff.
Corporations give away billions each year, but what’s the real reason why?
Study finds nonprofits are losing their ability to offer health insurance.
Are your meetings all they can be?
Poverty Action Lab examines why some charitable programs work better than others.
The World Bank reevaluates previous methods.
Nonprofits with broad missions need less centralized boards.
Interview with Aaron David Miller, president of Seeds of Peace.
