As Giving Goes Global
Philanthropic activity is increasing worldwide in ways that reflect a shared ethos of humanitarian "virtue."
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Social Work as a Social Wedge
In China, a new kind of NGO has started to embed the values of civil society in its provision of social services.
The Stories That NGOs Tell
Traditional aid organizations and newer, more volunteer-driven groups view their work in notably different ways.
Using Evaluation as a Strategic Intervention
A new Packard Foundation report illustrates how funders can use evaluation as a powerful strategic intervention for large-scale policy and systems change.
The Evolution of Impact Investment in India
A look at the quantum growth trends and prevalent investment approach over the last 14 years.
The Leadership Model of Philanthropy
Focus, flexibility, and fortitude—the three pillars of philanthropic organizations looking to create systemic change.
Replicating Parts, not the Whole, to Scale
Rather than replicating “one-size-fits-all” solutions across different settings, international development innovators need to identify the core aspects they can effectively and efficiently scale up.
Foundation-Owned Social Enterprises: A New Way Forward?
A novel impact investment model can help social enterprises and foundations generate a high social return on investment.
Assessing Nonprofit Risk in PFS Deals
A framework to guide nonprofits in effectively assessing risk and opportunity in Pay for Success contracts.
Strategic Networking and Effective Leadership
Why strategic networking matters, and three ways to encourage new managers and other emerging leaders to do it.