Is Foundation Grantmaking Biased?
Social movement and grassroots organizations left in the cold.
Research - Articles
Highlights from scholarly journals (more)
The Incredible Shrinking Donor Base
When nonprofits join forces, individuals give less to the cause.
The Problem with Bowling Alone
Respect, local community involvement, and identity politics.
The Teachers Parents Want
When parents have more school districts to choose from, schools are forced to hire teachers with more math and science skills who work harder and come from more selective colleges.
Satisfaction Not Guaranteed
Foundations are more likely to satisfy grantees by being responsive, approachable, and fair, rather than by giving more money.
Bright Lights, Big Culture
Cities are building museums and symphony halls to spur growth.
Debunking Empowerment
Contrary to common belief, giving people living in public housing a sense of 'empowerment' has little to do with whether they are then involved in activities to improve their community.
Nonprofits and the News
Ever wonder why some nonprofits get all the press? That's the question a pair of sociologists set out to answer, with surprising results.
The Importance of Being Emphathetic
Recent research suggests that emotional intelligence is one of the important characteristics of group leaders.