Building Venture Capital from Within
Five lessons on creating a venture capital fund inside a foundation—a look at the Knight Enterprise Fund.
Solutions - Articles
Steps to Successful Performance Management
Practical advice to help organizations implement results-focused performance management—part two of a two-part series.
Getting Out from Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Why organizations need to build capacities to manage performance, and how they can develop a “theory of change” to do so—part one of a two-part series.
Measuring Impact: Keep It Clear and Simple
How clearly defining measures, and keeping them simple and meaningful, has helped World Vision increase access to clean water.
Designing a “Cooler” Nonprofit Website
Three design principles for nonprofits looking to revamp their websites.
MOOC-sourcing for Social Good
Engaging communities of learners in massively open online courses to use their knowledge—and numbers—for good.
Fostering Adaptability and Change Through ICV
Six tips for unlocking “resilient dynamism” with international corporate volunteer programs.
The Ugly Truth About Scale
The social sector tackles challenges that affect billions—it’s time to get real about what prevents us from solving our challenges.
Securing Our Energy Future
A cleaner, more decentralized energy system will provide a healthier and more secure future.
When Collaboration Doesn’t Make Sense
When should organizations build new capabilities in-house, rather than work with a partner?