Big Payoffs from Small Savings
SaveTogether wants to foster the savings habit among low-income Americans.
Philanthropy - Articles
Innovative ideas for donors, foundation leaders, and philanthropists (more)
The Mouths of Gift Horses
Why nonprofits should court contributions that help both themselves and society.
The Rise of Evidence-Based Grantmaking
We are in the midst of a revolution in philanthropy.
Shared Services Alliances: Part 1
Creating back office alliances—an interview with John Weiser, a principal with the nonprofit technical assistance organization Opportunities Exchange.
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Catalytic Philanthropy Forces Collaboration in Leadership
A look at leadership in the social sector.
Al Gore Calls on Foundations to Align Mission and Strategy
The current economic crisis is the result of a huge misalignment of short term, personal benefits and long term sustainability.
How the Now Generation of Leaders Can Change Philanthropy
"One thing I don’t want to see is young people come in and accept things as they are.”—Bill Somerville, president of the Philanthropic Ventures Foundation
Rebuilding Haiti with Microfinance (Video)
Partnership brings greater social impact. This post features a video.
Social Innovation Fund Names Director
A conversation with Paul Carttar.