Broadening the Aperture of Measurement
What research can and does tell us about unconditional cash transfers.
Research Notes Summaries and analysis of new social innovation research
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Foundations for Social Impact Bonds
New research explores the role of foundations in the development of the new SIB market.
Corporate Impact Venturing: A New Path to Sustainability
A new report highlights the power of venture capital to source sustainable business innovations.
Leading the Way to Greater Global Giving
Celebrating collective generosity in the United States can boost philanthropy worldwide.
Evaluating High-tech Health Approaches in Low-income Countries
Promising technologies for maternal and child health, TB, and malaria abound, but we need to determine what really works.
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Ten Reasons Not to Measure Impact—and What to Do Instead
Impact evaluations are an important tool for learning about effective solutions to social problems, but they are a good investment only in the right circumstances.
Reconnecting Youth in America’s Cities
A new report examines the relationship between place and race, and disconnected youth in the United States.
The Limited Returns on Fundraising Support for Nonprofits
How can a funder move beyond wishful thinking and achieve a high yield through fundraising support?
Survey: Can Management Consulting Help Tiny Firms Grow?
Predict the results of two recent development studies, conducted by IPA, one of the world's leading poverty research organizations.
Playing Games and Getting Results
A game development initiative brings individuals together to achieve real-world social change.