Social Sector Measurement: Down but Not Out

By Matthew Forti 2

Recently released studies confirm that few nonprofits possess the capacity to measure for continuous improvement, but new initiatives launched in 2012 provide hope.

Upending the Power Structure of Giving

By Melissa A. Berman 1

The issues and effects of “diverse donors” are no longer marginal, but a central part of the complex philanthropic and social sector in the US.

What’s My Money Doing Today?

By David Batstone

Social economy enterprises must think like mutual funds.

Scrooge’s Revenge: More on Giving Tuesday

By Timothy Ogden 2

Pushing back against efforts that are likely to lead to disappointment, and three ways we might reframe the initiative.

What Price Democracy?

By Kelly Kleiman 1

A slippery slope: from good-willed private philanthropy in support of public goals to a system in which private goals predominate.

Demystifying Scaling: Part 4

By Aaron Hurst

A five-part series on developing a common framework for nonprofits to scale for impact.

Tsunami Revisited: Stories and Recovery for Today

By Mike Rea 2

A review of the upcoming film “The Impossible” through the eyes of a disaster recovery philanthropist.

Ten Technology Trends to Watch in 2013

By Mark Tobias 2

Ten things nonprofits should consider as they develop their technology strategy in the new year.

Giving Black

By Ange-Marie Hancock

A study from Liberty Hill Foundation provides insights into building philanthropy in African American communities.

The Art of Love in Philanthropy

By Peter Karoff 5

Sublime philanthropy demands an emotional investment as much as it demands economic and process investment.