From Proof to Impact

By Katherine Hoffmann & Lilian Lehmann

Four thoughts on how researchers and organizations can reliably take the leap from proven research to operationalization at scale.

Measuring Backbone Contributions to Collective Impact

By Shiloh Turner, Katherine Errecart, & Anjali Bhatt

Part two in a series on how backbone organizations shape the work of collective impact without formal authority.

Exerting Influence Without Formal Authority

By Shiloh Turner, Katherine Errecart, & Anjali Bhatt

Part one of a two-part series on how backbone organizations shape the work of collective impact without formal authority.

Grantees as Customers

By Dave Peery 6

Four ways funders can serve and empower grantees.

The Science of Donor Connection

By Suzie Boss

A state-of-the-art database gives nonprofit leaders a tool for building relationships with potential funders.

Dressed to Thrive

By Corey Binns 1

Fitted for Work gives women what they need—from a new look to a new skill set—to advance in their careers.

Under One Roof

By Phoung Ly

By bringing people together and by pooling resources, the Housing Partnership network expands the range of affordable places to live.

A Field of Its Own

By Stuart C. Mendel

After many years of operating on others' academic turf, nonprofit studies is ready to claim new ground.

What Are We Doing About Gun Violence?

By Rachael Chong 7

Part one of a seven-part series of interviews with and commentary by leaders working to reduce gun violence in the United States.

The Rise of the Radical Mainstreamers

By Owen Jarvis & Ruth Marvel 1

Why established nonprofits could hold the key to scaling social innovation.