Global Issues

It’s Not About the Work Ethic

By Alana Conner 1

Protestants' work ethic is a product of the denomination's emphasis on education.

Social Innovations

Think Passionate

By Alana Conner

Investors screen for entrepreneurial passion when making funding decisions.

Nonprofits

Color Blindness Is Shortsighted

By Alana Conner

Acknowledging employee diversity has its benefits.

Nonprofits

The Volunteer Boom

By Alana Conner

Nonprofits will soon have more volunteers than they can handle.

Global Issues

The Violent Death of Benevolence

By Alana Conner

Research supports violent media's negative impact on civility.

Philanthropy

When Swag Backfires

By Alana Conner 1

When donor gifts are public, social approbation is reward enough.

Global Issues

At a Loss for Ethics

By Alana Conner

Studies show that individuals are more susceptible to corrupt behavior when trying to avoid a loss.

Busy Jobs Send Most Volunteers

By Alana Conner

Research finds that men in busy jobs are the most likely to donate their time to volunteer.

Saving Lives, Not Just Souls

By Alana Conner

New research estimates the value of the services provided by faith-based organizations.

Not Racing to Help

By Alana Conner

Racism may have played a role in the government's delayed response to Katrina.