Why Open Contests Work
A look at how competitions like those at the Knight Foundation serve the social entrepreneur community.
Foundations - Articles
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Dump the Stupid Prizes, Multiply the Rest
Why we need more social enterprise competitions.
What’s Strategy Got to Do With It?
We need to broaden philanthropy’s view of social sciences.
Dump the Prizes
Contests, challenges, awards—they do more harm than good. Let’s get rid of them.
Thinking About the Future of the US? Think Latinos
Fomenting growth and prosperity for the nation through philanthropy includes getting behind Latino success.
Three Ways to Boost Core Support
A look at new research showing an increase in general operating support for nonprofits—and how foundations can keep providing this much-needed flexible support.
Six Ways Contests Improve Philanthropy
Insights from Knight Foundation after years of funding open contests.
Four Giving Trends Among Wealthy Donors
A new study provides insight into the giving behavior of 22 wealthy donors.
Raising the Bar on Nonprofit Impact Measurement
The key to progress is embedding measurement in practice.
Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen’s Gift to Philanthropy
Giving 2.0 Project U offers a treasure trove of resources for teachers and students of philanthropy.