Taking Pay for Success Financing to the South
An analysis of the viability of pay-for-success initiatives in South Carolina shows that this new type of financing can work in more rural, "red” states.
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Creating a Future Impact Investing Strategy
From 2008-2012 the US government’s Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) supported $2.4 billion in impact investments.
The Rise and Struggles of Social Enterprise in 2013
The whirlwind year for social enterprise saw new investments, corporate forms, and business models.
The Social Impact Bond Market: Three Scenarios for the Future
SIBs hold great potential, but much remains to be done before they become a widely accepted tool for solving social problems in the US.
Healthcare.gov and the Rules of Disengagement
How Healthcare.gov missed an opportunity to truly bend the arc of citizen engagement.
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The Public School Advantage: Why Public Schools Outperform Private Schools
The Public School Advantage draws on empirical data to argue against the popular perception that public schools are inferior to private schools.
Tackling Political Polarization Through Philanthropy
Steps funders can take to tackle partisan gridlock and solve social problems at scale.
Leadership in an Age of Activism
Effective leaders encourage dissent and activism, combining listening skills with the ability to define and live up to a convincing moral and political vision.
Helping Cities Remain Strong
A $100 million foundation initiative aims to foster urban resilience in the face of disaster.
Beyond Diplomacy
Civil society organizations are dramatically changing how countries bring an end to violent political conflict.