Almost Everything You Know About Impact Investing Is Wrong

By Wendy Abt 8

Growing confusion about impact investing's key principles and practices has it headed for a fall.

Foundations

Listening to the Community to Reimagine How a Foundation Delivers on Its Mission

By Fred Blackwell

Based on feedback from community listening sessions and consultations with local experts, The San Francisco Foundation reshaped its grantmaking strategy and role in addressing the inequities facing Bay Area residents. Part of a series produced for SSIR with the support of the Hewlett Foundation.

Building Financially Resilient Nonprofits: Lessons From the Field

By Rebecca Coker, Neela Pal & Miguel M. Salinas 3

“Resilience” is a favorite buzzword these days, but what does it really mean, and how can grantmakers and nonprofits take practical steps toward achieving it?

Foundations

How Grantmakers Can Use Power Mindfully to Advance Equity

By Lisa Ranghelli

While there are many potential barriers to utilizing power ethically and responsibly, funders can—and must—overcome them to truly advance equity and justice.

Philanthropy & Funding

Wielding Philanthropic Power with Accountability

By Judy Belk

By speaking up about money and acknowledging the many choices they have, funders can more effectively channel their full spectrum of resources to achieve change.

Foundations

Diversifying Perspectives and Sharing Power at a Family Foundation

By Ruth Cummings & Sharon Alpert 1

Bringing non-family members, people with diverse perspectives, and professional advisors into decision-making can help family foundations take greater risks and bolder action toward their missions.