Foundations
Philanthropy, the Post-2015 Agenda, and Diffuse Collaboration
In joining the push for meaningful Sustainable Development Goals, foundations need to prepare for a long-term give-and-take approach.
Tag: Grantmaking
Foundations
Empathetic Donor-Doer Engagement
A seven-part framework for increasing empathy between foundations and grantees.
From The Field
Building Local Currency
Three lessons from successful advocacy projects in the Global South.
Impact Investing
Mission-Driven Returns
Two new case studies reveal practical lessons about successful philanthropic impact investing.
Philanthropy
Five Ways to Move from Strategic to Adaptive Philanthropy
Many philanthropists know they need to adapt their strategies in changing times—the question is where to anchor and what to flex.
Philanthropy
Combatting Burnout in Nonprofit Leaders
Supporting the personal well-being of nonprofit leaders is critical to the success of effective organizations, and grantmakers can help.
Nonprofit Management
The Road to Scale Runs Through Improved Donor Strategies
Less donor fragmentation can lead to impact at a transformative scale.
Foundations
Collaboration and “Diffuse Reciprocity”
A new attitude toward collaboration could help funders achieve greater long-term gains.
Foundations
Reflection Through Narrative
How international organizations gain insight, innovation, and internal alignment through story.
Government
The Lean Startup Goes to Washington
Evidence-based policy, iteration, and innovation are making their way into government.