‘Tis the Season—How the Nonprofit Sector “Shares” Itself Out of Impact
Nonprofits, government, and philanthropy need to take up better sharing practices to advance nonprofits and the communities they aim to serve.
Foundations - Articles
New and innovative ideas for leaders of foundations (more)
Micro-Savings: Are We There Yet?
Micro-savings have been described as the “Next Big Thing” in the global development agenda. But we are not there yet, particularly with regards to young people living in poverty.
A Different Kind of Philanthropy
The Mulago Foundation is practicing a form of philanthropy that is desperately needed. It is a fundamental departure from the conventional wisdom of what good philanthropy is suppose to be about.
Here Comes the Neighborhood
A low-income Cleveland neighborhood works together to revitalize the community in an environmentally responsible way.
Integrating Youth Services
Governmental agencies in Oakland, Calif., are collaborating to serve at-risk children better, with good results.
One Villager, One Vote
Direct participation by Indonesian villagers proves that process matters, even when outcomes don't change.
New Media: Hype vs. Real World Success
If you shut out the clamor and look dispassionately at the communication hurdles that confront you, it’s not at all clear that new media is delivering on its promise.
An Uneven Partnership
Will Tuesday’s election change government’s relationship to the nonprofit sector?
Straight Talk in Mixed Company
A plea for across-the-aisle conversations about overhead.
Podcast
Political Savvy: Guidebook for a New Landscape
An accomplished panel of educational reformers share ideas and advice on how to build coalitions, engage with politicians and understand the operational and political challenges ahead.