Old Dogs, New Opinions

By Alana Conner

Contrary to stereotypes, people grow more liberal and tolerant as they age.

Condescending Coverage

By Alana Conner

Newspapers do a poor job of reporting on the nonprofit sector.

The Stingy Hour

By Alana Conner

Workers paid by the hour are less likely to volunteer than are salaried employees.

Destination Unknown

By Ellen Konar, Sheryl Sandberg, & Melissa Brown 2

Donors’ money isn’t going where they think it is.

Greening Supply Chains

By Alana Conner

When scarcity sets in, market forces can lead corporations to adopt green practices.

Is This the Silver Bullet?

By Alana Conner

Why narrowing the gap between the rich and poor could alleviate many social problems.

Brevity Is the Soul of Innovation

By Alana Conner

How clear, brief mission statements inspire progress.

The U-Shaped Giving Profile Explained

By Alana Conner 1

Most Americans give roughly the same percentage of their incomes.

Butter Your Way to the Top

By Alana Conner

Flattery, not good governance, reaps corporate directorships – especially for white males.

Creative Spaces

By Alana Conner

Five tips for designing workplaces that nurture great ideas.