Subtle Nudges for Greater Good

By Alana Conner 1

A look at a variety of tactics for galvanizing individuals to give.

The Normative Problem with the Term ‘Next Generation’ Leaders

By Rosetta Thurman 2

The ‘next generation’ moniker gives young people the sense that they have to wait before they can lead. But youth can be 'now generation' leaders.

Third Sector Grit

By John Brothers 1

From stories of "firmness of mind" to "unyielding courage," Third Sector Grit is the driving—but often unrecognized—force behind many nonprofits.

The Right Measures

By Peter Manzo

A new resource for measuring where the greatest need exists offers nonprofits and social entrepreneurs an idea of where to focus their collective goals.

Mobile: Increasingly on Call

By Scott E. Hartley

Mobile technology has become increasingly crucial within the field of international development, for issues ranging from private equity in Africa to crisis response.

A Revolution in Foundation Transparency

By Sean Stannard-Stockton

With a mission to “bring transparency to the world of philanthropy” Glass Pockets offers reports on the transparency of large, well known foundations.

Donor, Dearest

By Marcia Stepanek

The philanthropic landscape continues to shift as donors are switching their alliances to for-profit causes.

28 Days of Black Nonprofit Leaders: Benjamin Jealous

By Rosetta Thurman

In honor of Black History Month, this blog will highlight 28 black nonprofit leaders who are working to make our world a better and more hopeful place for generations to come.

Patient Optimists

By Timothy Ogden 8

Patient optimists have lowered their expectations of any particular program or intervention, but not their belief in a better world over the long term.

In a Changing Ecosystem, Whither Nonprofits?

By Lucy Bernholz 3

With new changes to corporate and tax law, can nonprofits continue to be successful among new competitors?