Fostering For-Profit Civic Innovation

By Matt Bannick & Stacy Donohue 1

City, state, and federal government agencies in the United States could benefit from the creative energy of new companies dedicated to the unique challenges of the public sector.

Keeping the “Community” in Community Foundations

By Bill Somerville 4

A response to the recent article "Redefining Community Foundations" and why community foundations need to stay focused on local impact.

Getting Results for Afghan Women

By Alison Powell & Alex Goldmark

A conversation with philanthropist Connie Duckworth, founder of ARZU Studio Hope.

Quality Distribution for Commercial Success

By Diana Jue

How an organization distributes a life-improving technology matters more to its commercial success than the product itself.

Is Your Nonprofit the Next NFL?

By Jeff Raderstrong

A new petition attacking the NFL could have far-reaching implications for the nonprofit sector.

The New Economics of Innovation Ecosystems

By Victor W. Hwang & Ade Mabogunje 3

A new strain of economic thought is emerging to explain how societies can grow sustainably.

Philanthropy

Funding the Unforeseen

By Laurie Michaels

By creating mechanisms to efficiently plan for uncertainty, philanthropists can ensure that they maintain forward momentum and keep their impact on track.

Changemaker vs. Grantmaker

By Steve McCormick

Three abilities every foundation needs to achieve long-term impact.

Bridging Skills and Opportunities

By Emma Schaberg O’Brien

Innovative programs are addressing the educational disconnect in the developing world.