Measuring Social Impact

Why Measure?

By Katie Cunningham & Marc Ricks

Nonprofits use metrics to show that they are efficient. But what if donors don’t care?

Philanthropy

The Dance of Deceit

By Melinda Tuan

A power imbalance undermines the social sector.

Measuring Social Impact

Seal of Approval

By Melissa Fullwood 1

Accreditation prompts higher charitable giving.

Fundraising

Donor-Advised Funds (DAF)

By Perla Ni 2

Why are donor-advised funds being treated differently than other foundation resources?

Individual Giving

Donor Satisfaction

By Rosanne Siino

The importance of social identity in giving.

Fundraising

Donation Cannibalization

By Andrew Nelson

When nonprofits earn taxable income, private donors give less.

Philanthropy

Investing in Society

By William F. Meehan, Derek Kilmer, and Maisie O'Flanagan

Charitable donors should think of themselves as "investors" – and should expect returns, just like a stock market investor would.

Economic Development

Too Much Money, Too Quickly

By Jan Chong

Waste, failure, and Bosnia's lessons for Iraq.

Philanthropy

$1.5 Billion

By Perla Ni 8

How do donors make choices?

Philanthropy

Smart Money

By Paul Brest

General operating grants can be strategic – for nonprofits and foundations.