Beyond the Check
A new grantmaking strategy is engaging nonprofit organizations in communities of learning to maximize impact.
Philanthropy - Articles
Innovative ideas for donors, foundation leaders, and philanthropists (more)
Making Ideas Move
Investing in communication—whether you’re selling soda or social change—yields results.
A Wave Is Rising
Community foundations are seeing growing activity in building community wealth.
Fostering a Culture of Diverse Philanthropy
Building a culture of philanthropy is important, but it is critical to ensure that philanthropic participation is diverse and representative.
Collaboration-palooza
A new study shows that organizations have a high level of satisfaction with nonprofit collaborations and a desire to collaborate more.
Developing a Global Marketplace for Social Services
Bonds for schoolgirls and malaria vaccines: Pay-for-success initiatives are now tackling issues in the developing world.
This Year’s 10 Most Popular SSIR Articles
The favorites of 2014.
Better Relationships, Better Results
A new survey shows that nonprofits and funders are finding new ways of working together, in the effort to achieve greater impact.
What Is a Leadership Funder?
Foundations have supported leadership development for decades, but a shift in mindset and approach—if sustained and expanded—could lead to even greater impact.
Supporting Nonprofit Leadership: A Pre-Flight Briefing
Three tips to help foundations supporting leadership development prepare for a successful journey.