The Right Measures
A new resource for measuring where the greatest need exists offers nonprofits and social entrepreneurs an idea of where to focus their collective goals.
Measurement & Evaluation - Most Popular
New ways to measure and evaluate the impact an organization’s work has on society (more)
Corporate Giving Needs Better Metrics
A new report on corporate philanthropy stresses the need for new reporting metrics among companies in order to make their full impact and value known.
Donor, Dearest
The philanthropic landscape continues to shift as donors are switching their alliances to for-profit causes.
Dashboards That Guide Good
Funders can help grantees track their progress more effectively by helping them develop dashboards that measure key items.
The Power of Theories of Change
Improving the lives of disadvantaged populations requires proven theories of change.
Which Fix?
Some school reformers advocate starting over, while others want to keep the same students and site. Both approaches are useful.
Nonprofit Sector Needs to Be Better Understood
The nonprofit sector plays an indispensable role in society and the economy, but it is poorly understood and underappreciated.
Patient Optimists
Patient optimists have lowered their expectations of any particular program or intervention, but not their belief in a better world over the long term.
Internet Exchange Rates
New media broadened exposure, but greater passivity reduced the currency unit of each view. How do we understand those units?
How to Help Haiti
How donors can more effectively provide long-term support in rebuilding Haiti after a devastating earthquake.