Report to the Community 2009 Cleveland Foundation Published: November 2004 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's letter, president's report, program information, grantee profiles, grant highlights, lists of new gifts and funds, financial summary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Cleveland Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(44 pages; 1.78MB; HTML)
2008 Annual Report Atlantic Philanthropies Published: 2009 Contains chairman's message, president's message, note on the foundation's approach to social justice grantmaking, program information, grantee profiles, grants summary and link to database, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Aging; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
Foundations' Year-end Outlook for Giving and the Sector Foundation Center Lawrence, Steven Published: November 2009 Presents findings from a September 2009 survey of foundations on the outlook for 2009 and 2010 giving compared with January 2009 estimates, effects on foundation operations, and the economic crisis' expected long-term impact on foundations and nonprofits. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(5 pages; 282KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: Trying Times, Trying Harder Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, president's message, a profile of the city of Flint, grantee profiles, program information, grants list and statistics, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil Society; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(86 pages; 5.89MB; HTML)
What Helps Leaders Grow: Highlights From the Fund for Leadership Advancement James Irvine Foundation Published: October 2009 Shares findings from an evaluation of the first twenty grantees of Irvine's initiative to cultivate nonprofit leaders' skills. Outlines the theory of change, strategies and grantee characteristics linked to success, outcomes, and areas for improvement. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(19 pages; 469KB; PDF) BTW informing change Full Report
A Practical Guide for Engaging Stakeholders in Developing Evaluation Questions Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Preskill, Hallie; Nathalie Jones Published: October 2009 Outlines the value of stakeholder engagement in evaluation processes and provides step-by-step guidance on identifying stakeholders; determining their roles, priorities, and motivations; and selecting an engagement strategy. Includes planning worksheets. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Related Organization(s): FSG Social Impact Advisors Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(43 pages; 822KB; PDF)
Impact Philanthropy: Arts & Culture Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta Published: October 2009 Provides an overview of Atlanta area arts and cultural organizations; the role of the arts in education, youth engagement, community development, and support for underserved populations; and the foundation's support for the arts between 2005 and 2009. Funder(s): Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Arts Education; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(4 pages; 1.20MB; PDF)
Benchmarking Diversity: A First Look at New York City Foundations and Nonprofits Philanthropy New York; Foundation Center McGill, Lawrence T.; Eugene D. Miller Published: October 2009 Examines the diversity of the city's foundation and nonprofit staffs and the state of data collection on the populations served. Compares percentages of people of color among program officers, managerial and support staff, CEOs, and board members. Funder(s): A.L. Mailman Family Foundation, Inc., Atlantic Philanthropies, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation, Nathan Cummings Foundation, New York Community Trust, Surdna Foundation, William T. Grant Foundation Related Organization(s): Foundation Center Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Minorities; Social Science Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(37 pages; 2.17MB; PDF)
Stories of Progress David and Lucile Packard Foundation Published: October 2009 Provides an overview of the foundation's programs in conservation and science, population, and children's issues. Includes history and grantee profiles and features the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Funder(s): David and Lucile Packard Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(28 pages; 5.68MB; PDF)
Philanthropy's Role in Creating a Connected America Benton Foundation Published: October 2009 Outlines how foundations can support capacity building and expanding broadband access to underserved communities by leveraging the federal Broadband Infrastructure and Broadband Technologies Opportunity Programs through matching grants and partnerships. Funder(s): Benton Foundation Related Organization(s): Council on Foundations, Grantmakers in Film + Electronic Media Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Science/Technology; Public Affairs Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(16 pages; 725KB; PDF)
California Counts! A Funders' Guide to the 2010 Census Grantmakers Concerned With Immigrants and Refugees Published: October 2009 Offers guidance on facilitating community-based campaigns to reach historically undercounted communities, including making targeted grants for coordination, outreach efforts, technical and questionnaire assistance, follow-up, and policy advocacy. Funder(s): California Endowment, Evelyn & Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Public Affairs; Social Science, Population/Demographic Studies Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(23 pages; 1.75MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Healthcare Georgia Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, 2008 highlights, program information, grants list and summary, grant guidelines, financial statements, diversity policy, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Healthcare Georgia Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(20 pages; 940KB; PDF)
Giving Hope and Dignity to the Poor: The Story of ProBono.Org Atlantic Philanthropies Lebert, Tom Published: September 2009 Presents a case study of South Africa's first public interest law clearing house established to increase access to pro bono services of law firms and advocates. Outlines ProBono.Org's organization, strategies, and outcomes as well as emerging practices. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; Civil and Human Rights, International Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(28 pages; 880KB; PDF)
Equity Advancing Equity: How Community Philanthropy Can Build Racial and Social Equity Through Mission Investing Blueprint Research & Design; GPS Capital Partners Bernholz, Lucy; Lisa Richter Published: September 2009 Provides guidance on mission investing as a means for community foundations to protect local assets and build long-term social equity by enhancing the community's business opportunities, home ownership, education, and wealth creation. Profiles examples. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(51 pages; 1.34MB; PDF)
Aiming for Excellence at the Wallace Foundation: Update Center for Effective Philanthropy Published: September 2009 Updates a 2008 case study on how the foundation has used survey findings to build on the strengths of its grantee relationships and identify and act upon areas in need of improvement. Presents late 2008 survey results showing "dramatic" improvements. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(16 pages; 270KB; PDF)
Weathering the Storm: The State of Corporate Citizenship in the United States 2009 Boston College Center for Corporate Citizenship Published: September 2009 Presents results of a biennial survey of senior executives on support for various forms of corporate citizenship, challenges of integrating corporate citizenship into core business practices, effects of the recession, and partnerships to address issues. Funder(s): Hitachi Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(48 pages; 1.49MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Ford Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, president's message, board chair's message, information on nine core issue areas and new strategies for addressing them, Q&A, grants summary, financial statements, and list of board members and staff. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil Society; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(56 pages; 6.37MB; PDF) Grants Database HTML
50th Anniversary Report to the Community Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham Published: 2009 Contains president's message, program information, donor profiles, funds list, and grantee profiles. Funder(s): Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
Examining the Challenges and Opportunities Facing Rural America Council on Foundations Published: August 2009 Summarizes priorities and next steps for rural philanthropy capacity building, economic development, energy and environment, and education, as well as other issues discussed at an August 2009 conference to draw up a strategic plan for rural philanthropy. Funder(s): Arkansas Community Foundation, Clinton Presidential Center, Council on Foundations, National Rural Funders Collaborative, Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development, Rural Development Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(8 pages; 3.36MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report McKnight Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, program information, grant and project highlights, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. An audited financial report and representative grants list are available via separate links. Funder(s): McKnight Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Children and Youth; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(6 pages; 366KB; PDF) Audited Financial Report Grants List
2009 Annual Report James S. Kemper Foundation Published: August 2009 Contains mission statement, letter from the president, program information, grant guidelines, profiles and lists of Kemper Scholars, grants list, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): James S. Kemper Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(33 pages; 538KB; PDF)
Online Tactics and Successes: An Examination of the Obama for America New Media Campaign M+R Strategic Services DiJulio, Sarah; Andrea Wood Published: August 2009 Offers lessons learned from the 2008 Obama campaign on the effective use of various new media to organize volunteers, raise funds, and get out the vote. Examines the elements of success and supporting factors and identifies best practices for nonprofits. Funder(s): Brainerd Foundation, Wilburforce Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Science/Technology, Internet; Public Affairs Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(45 pages; 504KB; PDF)
Medical Research Program 10th Anniversary Report Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Published: August 2009 Provides an overview of the program and highlights its support for clinical research to improve care and treatment, career development for physician-scientists, innovations in clinical research, and clinical research in Africa. Includes grantees lists. Funder(s): Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Subject(s): Medical Research; Health; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(56 pages; 1.04MB; PDF)
Innovating Toward Excellence: Education Entrepreneurs and the Transformation of Public Education NewSchools Venture Fund Published: August 2009 Summarizes discussions among education entrepreneurs, funders, policy makers, and experts at a May 2009 summit on innovations in ideas, processes, and products for reform. Includes a case study review of a successful turnaround of a failing school. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, California Community Foundation, Doris and Donald Fisher Fund Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(32 pages; 1.23MB; PDF)
Engaging Audiences Wallace Foundation Sherwood, Kay E. Published: August 2009 Summarizes discussion from an April 2009 conference on best practices for developing audiences for the arts in an economic downturn. Focuses on effective research, use of new media, collaboration within the arts sector, and bold, high-quality programming. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Arts and Culture, Audience Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(21 pages; 1.58MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report James Irvine Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, president's message, program information, grants list, financial summary, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(59 pages; 837KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: Passions, Dreams & Vision California Wellness Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, message from the board chair and the president, feature on the foundation's leadership recognition awards, program information, grants list, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): California Wellness Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(68 pages; 3.21MB; PDF)
Diversity in Action: Strategies With Impact Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors; Council on Foundations Published: July 2009 Compiles essays by foundation executives and trustees on the impact of diversity and inclusiveness efforts, strategies, and lessons learned. Offers perspectives on community outreach and leadership training, board development, staffing, and grantmaking. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Related Organization(s): Council on Foundations, Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Minorities Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(20 pages; 1.66MB; PDF)
Giving in Greater Kansas City: Summary of Charitable Contributions in 2007 Center on Philanthropy Published: July 2009 Examines trends in charitable giving by individuals, foundations, corporations, and bequests to charities working in nine issue areas. Analyzes giving to local groups, average household giving, and giving by issue area compared with U.S. trends. Funder(s): Bank of America, Civic Council of Greater Kansas City, DST Systems, Inc., Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, Greater Kansas City Community Foundation, H&R Block Foundation, Hall Family Foundation, Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City, Jeffrey Byrne & Associates, Inc., Kansas City Power & Light, REACH Healthcare Foundation, Sosland Foundation, Sunderland Foundation, UMB Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(96 pages; 2.55MB; PDF)
Breakthroughs in Shared Measurement and Social Impact FSG Social Impact Advisors Kramer, Mark; Marcie Parkhurst; Lalitha Vaidyanathan Published: July 2009 Examines twenty shared approaches to performance, outcome, and impact measurement. Identifies elements of success and breakthroughs in shared measurement platforms, comparative performance systems, and adaptive learning systems. Includes case studies. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Performance/Failure Analysis Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(57 pages; 4.58MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Colorado Trust Published: 2009 Contains message from the board chair and the president, program information, grantees list, grantee profiles, grant guidelines, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Colorado Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(48 pages; 18.98MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: Going for the Goal Lumina Foundation for Education Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message, president's message, financial highlights, summary of a new strategic plan, grant guidelines, grants list, and lists of current and 2008 board members and senior staff. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Higher Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 2.30MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(28 pages; 2.30MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Open Society Institute Published: 2009 Contains president's message, feature stories on OSI's work with citizenship rights, financial information, and information on U.S. programs and international initiatives in justice and governance; public health; and education, information, and media. Funder(s): Open Society Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights, International; Civil Society, Democratization Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(100 pages; 4.00MB; PDF)
Lumina Foundation's Strategic Plan: Goal 2025 Lumina Foundation for Education Published: July 2009 Outlines critical outcomes and strategies for raising the percentage of Americans with high-quality postsecondary degrees and credentials to 60 percent by 2025. Describes Lumina's role as a catalyst for effective practice, public policy, and public will. Funder(s): Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Higher Education; Higher Education, Access/Cost; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(16 pages; 2.20MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(16 pages; 2.20MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Walton Family Foundation Published: 2009 Contains summaries of grants and program information in the foundation's areas of focus: K-12 education reform, the environment, the Delta region of Arkansas and Mississippi, and northwest Arkansas. Profiles key initiatives and success stories. Funder(s): Walton Family Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Environment Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(26 pages; 2.50MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Seattle Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, lists of donors and contributors, grantees, and fiscal sponsorships; program information; financial highlights; and lists of board members, staff, and committee members. Funder(s): Seattle Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(36 pages; 554KB; PDF)
Social Justice Grantmaking II: Highlights Foundation Center Published: July 2009 Summarizes findings on trends in and strategies for social justice philanthropy, with quantitative benchmarks and perspectives of leading funders and practitioners. Updates the 2005 report Social Justice Grantmaking: A Report on Foundation Trends. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(12 pages; 2.42MB; PDF)
2008 & 2007 Combined Financial Statements Atlantic Philanthropies Published: July 2009 Contains audited statements of the foundation's financial positions as of December 31, 2008, and December 31, 2007. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Aging; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 111KB; PDF)
Philanthropic Foundations: Growing Funders of the News USC Center on Communication Leadership & Policy Westphal, David Published: July 2009 Updates April 2008 discussions on the role of foundations in supporting journalism, including creating journalism units within NGOs, collaborations with for-profit news organizations, and investment in local news sites and news and information nonprofits. Funder(s): Annenberg Foundation Subject(s): Journalism/Media; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(12 pages; 313 KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report William Penn Foundation Published: 2009 Contains message from the corporation chair, the board chair, and the president; program information; articles on Penn's issue areas; mission statement; financial statements; grants list; and lists of corporation members, board members, and staff. Funder(s): William Penn Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(52 pages; 2.27MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(52 pages; 2.27MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Home Depot Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, 2008 highlights and awards, program information, grantee profiles, corporate donors list, and lists of board members, staff, and supplier advisory committee members. Funder(s): Home Depot Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Community Improvement/Development, Affordable Housing Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 2.37MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation Published: 2009 Contains profiles of three nonprofits, statement on Meyer's response to the effects of the economic downturn, grants list, financial statements, and lists of board members, officers, and staff. Funder(s): Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
The Strong Field Framework: A Guide and Toolkit for Funders and Nonprofits Committed to Large-Scale Impact James Irvine Foundation Published: June 2009 Offers a framework for field building — assessing a field's strengths and weaknesses and creating a critical mass of organizations and individuals with aligned goals. Includes a case study of the field of multiple pathways to high school graduation. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Related Organization(s): Bridgespan Group Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Elementary and Secondary Education Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(16 pages; 411KB; PDF)
Assessing California's Multiple Pathways Field: Preparing Youth for Success in College and Career James Irvine Foundation Howard, Don; Patrick Wu Published: June 2009 Assesses the state of the multiple pathways model of combining academics with career education and the field's shared identity, standards of practice, knowledge base, leadership and grassroots support, policy support, and funding. Makes recommendations. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Related Organization(s): Bridgespan Group Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(58 pages; 2.12MB; PDF)
A New Generation of Social Change Ford Foundation Published: June 2009 Outlines the foundation's strategies for addressing social justice issues for the next generation, including access to education, economic fairness and opportunity, freedom of expression, natural resources and sustainable development, and human rights. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(32 pages; 289KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's essay, program information, grants list, profiles of MacArthur Fellows, the year in review, financial summary, program budgets, investment summary, statement on fairness and security, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
Washington-Area Nonprofit Operating Reserves Urban Institute Published: June 2009 Compares the operating reserves ratios of the Washington, D.C. area's locally focused charities in 2006 by the organizations' expenses, primary revenue source, and mission. Analyzes 2000-06 data to explore the effects of the post-9/11 economic downturn. Funder(s): Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(11 pages; 69KB; PDF)
How Public Is Private Philanthropy?: Separating Reality From Myth Philanthropy Roundtable Brody, Evelyn; John Tyler Published: June 2009 Examines the legal authority of the claim that philanthropies should be regulated because their assets are public money, given that they have civic purposes and state charters and the charitable tax exemptions and deductions are government subsidies. Funder(s): Searle Freedom Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Public Affairs Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(92 pages; 857KB; PDF)
Accelerating Change for Women and Girls: The Role of Women's Funds Foundation Center; Women's Funding Network Published: June 2009 Summarizes trends in foundation grantmaking targeted to women by donor, recipient, geographic focus, and issue area, as well as the strategic focus and role of women's funds in increasing investment in women and girls as a way to effect social change. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Related Organization(s): Women's Funding Network Subject(s): Women; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(4 pages; 468KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Greater Milwaukee Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement; message from the board chair and the president; profiles of donors, grantees, and leaders; program and fund information; financial statements; grants list; and lists of partner foundations, board members, and staff. Funder(s): Greater Milwaukee Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(36 pages; 1.57MB; PDF)
Forging Ahead: Early Lessons Aspen Institute Edgcomb, Elaine L.; Joyce A. Klein Published: June 2009 Outlines outcomes and lessons of the Scale Academy for Microenterprise Development's operational grants, training, and technical support for microenterprise organizations. Examines grantees' progress in and strategies for expanding services sustainably. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Citi Foundation Related Organization(s): Association for Enterprise Opportunity, Microenterprise Fund for Innovation, Effectiveness, Learning and Dissemination (FIELD) Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Human Services Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(12 pages; 510KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Nordson Corporation Foundation Published: June 2009 Contains mission statement, foundation information, grants list, grant guidelines, list of employees volunteers, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Nordson Corporation Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(10 pages; 409KB; PDF) FOLIO Link(10 pages; 409KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report W. M. Keck Foundation Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message, program highlights, grantee profiles, grants list, financial statements, and lists of board members and committee members. Funder(s): W. M. Keck Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Science/Technology; Medical Research Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(36 pages; 738KB; PDF)
America's Giving Challenge: Assessment and Reflection Report Case Foundation Kanter, Beth; Allison H. Fine Published: June 2009 Provides an overview of Case's 2007-08 online Giving Challenge and its impact on grassroots fundraising. Outlines the types of participating causes, charities, and donors; characteristics of successful efforts; lessons learned; and recommendations. Funder(s): Case Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism; Science/Technology, Internet Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(25 pages; 298KB; PDF)
Evaluation Kit for Trustees: Let's Consider Evaluation: A Self-Assessment Tool for Foundation Trustees FSG Social Impact Advisors; James Irvine Foundation Published: June 2009 Provides a survey for assessing individual trustees' and executives' views on evaluation — its purpose, method and objectives, and cost. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(2 pages; 484KB; PDF)
Evaluation Kit for Trustees: Let's Discuss Evaluation: A Framework for Trustee Conversations FSG Social Impact Advisors; James Irvine Foundation Published: June 2009 Suggests discussion questions for formulating an evaluation strategy, including whether to evaluate individual grants or clusters, how rigorously or frequently to evaluate, to inform what decisions, with how much transparency, and at what cost. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(6 pages; 498KB; PDF)
Evaluation Kit for Trustees: Let's Make Evaluation Work: A Planning Guide for Foundation Trustees FSG Social Impact Advisors; James Irvine Foundation Published: June 2009 Identifies obstacles to effective evaluation — trustees lack the time to discuss results, do not see results as actionable, find the format unhelpful, and do not see the value of evaluation. Outlines solutions from the field and suggests next steps. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(5 pages; 493KB; PDF)
Strengthening Democracy, Increasing Opportunities: Impacts of Advocacy, Organizing, and Civic Engagement in North Carolina National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy Ranghelli, Lisa; Julia Craig Published: June 2009 Analyzes by issue area the aggregate monetary benefit of advocacy and organizing efforts of thirteen organizations working with underrepresented groups, return on investment, and foundation funding. Explores non-quantifiable impacts and strategies. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Public Affairs; Human Services Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(64 pages; 744KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Rockefeller Brothers Fund Published: 2009 Contains message from the board chair and the president, a cover story and podcasts on "Democracy in Action," program information, grants list, financial statements, mission statement and fund information, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Rockefeller Brothers Fund Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Public Affairs; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML) FOLIO Link( pages; ; HTML)
Nonprofits in Rural America: Overcoming the Resource Gap Bridgespan Group Newstead, Barry; Patrick Wu Published: June 2009 Examines the state of rural poverty; the financial capacity of rural, youth-serving nonprofits in New Mexico and California in comparison with urban nonprofits; the challenges they face in securing funding; and lessons for both nonprofits and foundations. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development, Rural Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(23 pages; 101KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan Published: 2009 Contains mission statement; president's message; program information; funds list, grants list, and donors list (including for affiliate foundations); financial statements; and lists of board members, staff, and affiliate foundation board members. Funder(s): Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.35MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(28 pages; 1.35MB; PDF)
Leading Change Handbook: Concepts and Tools Wallace Foundation Spiro, Jody Published: June 2009 Provides tools and step-by-step guidance for assessing and improving readiness for change processes, engaging stakeholders, planning early wins, reducing resistance, planning collaboratively, and bringing initiatives to scale and ensuring sustainability. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(35 pages; 233KB; PDF)
2008 Financial Statements Henry Luce Foundation Published: 2009 Contains 2008 financial statements. Funder(s): Henry Luce Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(18 pages; 745KB; PDF)
Communicating for Impact: Strategies for Grantmakers GrantCraft Published: June 2009 Offers guidance on integrating communications with program goals and grantee activities in order to maximize impact. Presents case studies, online tools and resources, and strategies for working with grantees, communications staff, and other foundations. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(28 pages; 467KB; PDF)
Grantmaking That Lasts: Key Findings From the Evaluation of TCWF's Responsive Grantmaking Program California Wellness Foundation Harder, Paul; Kym Dorman; Melanie Estarziau Published: June 2009 Summarizes an evaluation of TCWF's grantmaking between July 2001 and December 2006. Based on surveys and case studies, examines the grants' impact on TCWF's goals; impact on the grantee; long-term impact of grants; and grantees' experience with grants. Funder(s): California Wellness Foundation Related Organization(s): Harder+Company Community Research Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(24 pages; 979KB; PDF)
Meet the New Media Makers: A Toolkit for Innovators in Community Media and Grant Making J-Lab Published: June 2009 Provides guidance for foundations on funding or starting community journalism projects. Offers case studies, online resources with lessons learned about matching missions with media as well as the impact on communities, and a database of new media grants. Funder(s): John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Subject(s): Journalism/Media; Science/Technology, Internet; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.22MB; PDF)
A Healthy Community: Strategies for Effective Giving Seattle Foundation Published: June 2009 Offers a guide to donors on strategies to maximize their support for nonprofits serving the Seattle region. Outlines trends in basic needs, environment, economy, education, arts and culture, community, and health. Profiles effective programs and donors. Funder(s): Seattle Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
2008 Annual Report Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Published: 2009 Contains CEO's message; highlights of the foundation's global development, global health, and United States programs; financial statements; and grants summary. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(23 pages; 3.82MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report New York Community Trust Published: 2009 Contains message from the board chair and president, a feature on managing in difficult times, program information, grants list and guidelines, funds list and guidelines, donor profiles, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): New York Community Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(64 pages; 1.89MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(64 pages; 1.89MB; PDF)
Doing Good Today and Better Tomorrow: A Roadmap to High Impact Philanthropy Through Outcome-Focused Grantmaking William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Published: June 2009 Describes Hewlett's experience with implementing the outcome-focused grantmaking (OFG) process in its environment program as a guide for identifying a portfolio of grants with maximum impact. Outlines trials and errors, recent innovations, and challenges. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): Redstone Strategy Group, LLC Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Performance/Failure Analysis Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(27 pages; 846KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Bush Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's message, board chair's message, goals for the next decade, grants summary, lists of Bush Fellows, investment commentary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Bush Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(13 pages; 2.95MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report John A. Hartford Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, board chair's message, a call for leadership in aging-related issues, program information and profiles, grants list, application guidelines, financial summary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): John A. Hartford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Medical Research; Aging Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(83 pages; 8.21MB; PDF)
Foreclosure: How Can Philanthropy Help? Annie E. Casey Foundation Published: May 2009 Outlines Casey's support for efforts to place foreclosed properties into community land trusts, avoid eviction of renters, and mitigate foreclosures' effects. Lists other philanthropic options such as supporting research for solutions and direct services. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development, Affordable Housing Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(5 pages; 35KB; PDF)
Helping Organizations Achieve Successful Leadership Transitions Association of Small Foundations Published: May 2009 Outlines issues nonprofits face during leadership transitions, and provides guidance for funders on supporting succession planning, executive transition management programs, interim executive directors, and leadership development for younger generations. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(5 pages; 56KB; PDF)
Ensuring Success for Young Children: Early Childhood Literacy Association of Small Foundations Published: May 2009 Outlines issues in early childhood literacy and provides a discussion guide for funders on strategies for supporting early childhood literacy programs, community engagement, and closing the reading proficiency gap among the disadvantaged and minorities. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Children and Youth; Children and Youth, Early Childhood; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(6 pages; 57KB; PDF)
Trends in Charitable Giving in North Carolina and the Research Triangle 1997-2006 North Carolina Gives; Urban Institute De Vita, Carol J.; Petya Kehayova Published: May 2009 Provides an overview of giving by average amount, as a percentage of adjusted gross income, and among the state's top earners, compared with national trends, with a focus on Chatham, Durham, Orange, and Wake counties. Includes county-by-county data. Funder(s): North Carolina Community Foundation Related Organization(s): Urban Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(42 pages; 254KB; PDF)
Our Region's Future Funding: The Transfer of Wealth in San Diego County Over the Next 25 Years San Diego Foundation Published: May 2009 Estimates the growth in community endowments for each of the county's regions if 5 percent of the projected transfer of wealth could be captured in endowments, as well as the funds that would be available annually, assuming a 5 percent payout rate. Funder(s): San Diego Foundation Related Organization(s): Nebraska Community Foundation, RUPRI Center for Rural Entrepreneurship Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(11 pages; 1.45MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Wallace Foundation Published: 2009 Contains board chair and president's message, mission statement, program information and highlights, recent publications list, financial overview, grants list, funding guidelines, and lists of directors and staff. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(43 pages; 3.96MB; PDF)
Passion & Purpose: Restructuring, Repositioning and Reinventing: Crisis in the Massachusetts Nonprofit Sector Boston Foundation Pradhan, Geeta; Barbara Hindley Published: May 2009 Examines how the economic downturn has affected nonprofits in Massachusetts and nationwide and how they, funders, and stakeholders are reacting. Explores cash availability, cost-cutting measures, creative mergers, and potential impact of stimulus funding. Funder(s): Boston Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(11 pages; 6.67MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Chicago Community Trust Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, chair and president's message, program information, grants list, information on donor-advised grants and grants from funds, 2008 highlights, financial highlights, and lists of contributors, committee members, and staff. Funder(s): Chicago Community Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(80 pages; 3.14MB; PDF)
Advancing Human Rights & International Justice John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: May 2009 Highlights MacArthur's support for the international justice system, development of new norms, international human rights organizations, and groups in Mexico, Nigeria, and Russia. Lists grantees and describes the MacArthur Award for International Justice. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; Civil and Human Rights, International Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(24 pages; 543KB; PDF)
Prisoner Reentry in Houston: Community Perspectives Urban Institute Brazzell, Diana; Nancy La Vigne Published: May 2009 Outlines the views of community members, local government, and the nonprofit sector on housing, employment, substance abuse, and other issues of prisoner reentry; policies and practices that affect reentry; and the roles of the community and stakeholders. Funder(s): Houston Endowment, Inc., JEHT Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, Texas Department of Criminal Justice Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(8 pages; 179KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report J. Paul Getty Trust Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message; president's message; information on the museum, research institute, conservation institute, and the foundation; grants highlights; grants list; publications list; lists of directors and staff; and financial statements. Funder(s): J. Paul Getty Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(68 pages; 4.38MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Public Welfare Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's message; grantee highlights in the areas of criminal and juvenile justice, health reform, and workers' rights; grants list; program and application guidelines; and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Public Welfare Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Civil and Human Rights Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(69 pages; 3.18MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(69 pages; 3.18MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. Published: 2009 Contains foundation history, program information, profiles of Bradley Prize recipients, grants list, grant guidelines, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(41 pages; 1.45MB; PDF)
Giving While Living: The Beldon Fund Spend-Out Story Beldon Fund Carlson, Neil; Theodora Lurie Published: May 2009 Provides insight into the challenges, advantages, and practical implications of a limited-life foundation. Offers strategies, advice, and lessons learned on how spending out affects program strategy, staffing, asset management, and grantee relations. Funder(s): Beldon Fund Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(28 pages; 245KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report William T. Grant Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's letter, board chair's report, essays on the impact and relevance of the foundation's support for research, year in review, program information and highlights, grants list, and lists of reviewers, board members, and staff. Funder(s): William T. Grant Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(52 pages; 1.18MB; PDF)
RHOPI Action Plan: Addressing the Foreclosure Crisis in the Chicago Metro Area Chicago Community Trust; The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago; Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago Published: May 2009 Provides a snapshot of the Chicago area's foreclosure crisis and outlines the Regional Home Ownership Preservation Initiative's (RHOPI) action plan for an integrated approach to mitigating its impact and preventing future foreclosures. Funder(s): Chicago Community Trust, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago Related Organization(s): Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Community Improvement/Development, Affordable Housing; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(32 pages; 286KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Lilly Endowment, Inc. Published: 2009 Contains board chair and president's message; program information; education and religion grantee profiles; grants list; grant guidelines; financial statements; and lists of board members and officers. Funder(s): Lilly Endowment, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Religion Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(53 pages; 2.30MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report George Gund Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's letter, executive director's letter, photo essay, grants list, financial statements, program information, grant guidelines and application procedures, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): George Gund Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
2008 Annual Report: Getting to Change DentaQuest Foundation Published: May 2009 Contains board chair and president's message, program information, grants list, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): DentaQuest Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Health, Dental Health Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(12 pages; 1.03MB; PDF)
Foundation Diversity Policies & Practices Toolkit California Endowment Published: May 2009 Presents examples of innovative ways for foundations to enhance their engagement with issues of diversity, equity, and social justice through policy statements, governance and workforce, grantmaking, vendor and consultant contracting, and investments. Funder(s): California Endowment Related Organization(s): Social Policy Research Associates Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Minorities Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(48 pages; 5.15MB; PDF)
Grantmaking in Chicago John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: May 2009 Provides a summary of the foundation's thirty years of grantmaking in the Chicago area, its focus on community and economic development in low-income neighborhoods, and its support for education and the arts. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(3 pages; 446KB; PDF)
Evaluation Kit for Trustees: What's the Difference?: How Foundation Trustees View Evaluation FSG Social Impact Advisors; James Irvine Foundation Published: May 2009 Based on interviews, provides a snapshot of how foundation trustees perceive evaluations, what they expect them to accomplish, and what they can do to make them more effective. Lists FSG resources, including a self-assessment tool and a planning guide. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(9 pages; 355KB; PDF)
Evaluation Kit for Trustees: Snapshots: How Foundation Trustees Use Evaluation FSG Social Impact Advisors; James Irvine Foundation Published: May 2009 Using case summaries from seven foundations, provides snapshots of the benefits of evaluation in planning a foundation's work, improving implementation, and tracking progress in order to maximize impact. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(5 pages; 300KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: The Road to Reform Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's message, year in review, program information, statistical highlights, distribution of funds, and grants list. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Health, Healthcare Access/Reform Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(120 pages; 3.81MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Surdna Foundation Published: 2009 Contains letters from the board chair and the president, program information, grants lists, financial summary, grant guidelines and application procedures, and lists of officers and staff. Funder(s): Surdna Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Environment; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(72 pages; 2.58MB; PDF)
Coordination of Care by Primary Care Practices: Strategies, Lessons and Implications Center for Studying Health System Change O'Malley, Ann S.; Genna R. Cohen; Matthew M. Davis; Nicole M. Kemper; Ann Tynan Published: April 2009 Documents successful strategies for coordinating care within primary care settings, including family and caregivers; with specialists; with hospital settings; and with community-based services. Discusses challenges, lessons learned, and implications. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Health; Health, Healthcare Access/Reform; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(16 pages; 728KB; PDF)
Perpetuity or Limited Lifespan: How Do Family Foundations Decide? Foundation Center; Council on Foundations Renz, Loren; David Wolcheck Published: April 2009 Presents findings on family foundations' choices to spend down or to exist in perpetuity and the factors involved, including foundation assets, age, and presence of a living founder. Explores potential effects of the economic crisis on lifespan planning. Funder(s): Aspen Institute, Wallace Foundation Related Organization(s): Association of Small Foundations, Council on Foundations Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(46 pages; 1.75MB; PDF)
Foundations Address the Impact of the Economic Crisis Foundation Center Lawrence, Steven Published: April 2009 Based on a survey, analyzes 2009 foundation grantmaking strategies, including changes in the number and size of grants, number of grantees, capital grants, and geographic areas, as well as new and non-grantmaking support offered in response to the crisis. Funder(s): Wallace Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(6 pages; 518KB; PDF)
Scaling What Works: Implications for Philanthropists, Policymakers, and Nonprofit Leaders Edna McConnell Clark Foundation; Bridgespan Group Roob, Nancy; Jeffrey L. Bradach Published: April 2009 Offers insights into scaling nonprofit programs, including the need for rigorous impact analyses, more focused funding patterns, capacity building, and research and evaluation, as guidance for government investment and for partnerships with philanthropy. Funder(s): Edna McConnell Clark Foundation Related Organization(s): Bridgespan Group Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Public Affairs Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(6 pages; 200KB; PDF)
Population and Reproductive Health John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: April 2009 Outlines the foundation's grantmaking strategies to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity and to advance youths' sexual and reproductive health and rights. Lists geographic priorities, types of programs and organizations supported, and sample grants. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Health, Reproductive Health Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(8 pages; 643KB; PDF)
2008 Audited Financial Statements William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Published: 2009 Contains audited statements of the foundation's financial positions as of December 31, 2008, and December 31, 2007. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Environment Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(21 pages; 127KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Performance Report James Irvine Foundation Published: April 2009 Analyzes Irvine's 2008 program impact — grantmaking, outcomes, and lessons learned and refinement — and institutional effectiveness — leadership, constituent feedback, and financial and organizational health. Summarizes evaluations. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Performance/Failure Analysis Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(42 pages; 1.47KB; PDF) Presentation FOLIO Link(42 pages; 1.47KB; PDF)
Evaluation of Experience Corps: Student Reading Outcomes Center for Social Development at Washington University in St. Louis Published: June 2009 Analyzes the impact of Experience Corps tutoring on elementary school students' reading comprehension as measured by four tests. Considers factors such as gender, race/ethnicity, grade, classroom behavior, English proficiency, and special education needs. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(40 pages; 412KB; PDF)
The Nonprofit Quarterly Study on Nonprofit and Philanthropic Infrastructure Nonprofit Quarterly Published: April 2009 Examines trends in the nonprofit sector's support network and financing system and their capacity to address the impact of the financial crisis on small and midsize nonprofits, share organizational survival strategies, and connect them to resources. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Kresge Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(72 pages; 1.44MB; PDF)
Involving Youth in the Arts Project: Phase II — Focus Groups on Next Generation Leadership William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Hessenius, Barry Published: April 2009 As a follow-up on the 2007 report Involving Youth in Non Profit Arts Organization, offers findings and recommendations from arts organization administrators of various ages on bridging generational gaps and recruiting and retaining younger leaders. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Arts and Culture; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(86 pages; 1.30MB; PDF)
2009 Proxy Preview: Helping Foundations Align Investment and Mission As You Sow Published: March 2009 Provides a guide to proxy voting as a way for foundations to leverage assets to fulfill their missions by backing corporate social and environmental practices. Outlines trends in shareholder advocacy and types of proposals and previews 2009 proposals. Funder(s): Educational Foundation of America, Foundation Partnership for Corporate Responsibility, Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Singing Field Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(40 pages; 942KB; PDF)
Mexico Community Foundations: A Comprehensive Profile Teamworks; Alternativas y Capacidades Berger, Renée; Mònica Tapia Álvarez; Diana Bermúdez; Patricia Carrillo Collard Published: March 2009 Provides an overview of Mexico's community foundations, their support system, and their role in developing local civil society, addressing economic development and educational needs, and bridging the public and private sectors. Makes recommendations. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Global Fund for Community Foundations, Inter-American Foundation Related Organization(s): Alternativas y Capacidades Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(108 pages; 980KB; PDF)
For the Benefit of Our Workers: The Massachusetts Nonprofit Employee Benefit Study Boston Foundation Keating, Elizabeth Published: March 2009 Analyzes survey results on the types and costs of benefits offered to employees of Massachusetts' large nonprofit institutions, small grassroots organizations, and safety-net organizations. Includes comparisons with those in other states. Funder(s): Boston Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(59 pages; 3.44MB; PDF)
The Quiet Crisis: The Impact of the Economic Downturn on the Nonprofit Sector Civic Enterprises; Democratic Leadership Council Bridgeland, John; Bruce Reed Published: March 2009 Highlights the economic downturn's impact on nonprofits. Calls for passage of the Serve America Act and targeted incentives to encourage giving, a capital fund to enhance effectiveness and capacity, and a role for nonprofits in solving the housing crisis. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): Democratic Leadership Council Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(22 pages; 2.64MB; PDF)
The MacArthur Foundation in Nigeria: Report on Activities John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: March 2009 Highlights the foundation's work to build the scientific research capacity of Nigerian universities, to reduce maternal mortality and improve sexual and reproductive health, and to advance human rights. Includes grantee profiles and selected grants list. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(20 pages; 830KB; PDF)
Making Change: How Social Movements Work and How to Support Them Program for Environmental and Regional Equity Pastor, Manuel; Rhonda Ortiz Published: March 2009 Provides guidance for funders and activists on funding and sustaining a successful social movement. Details key elements of success, organizational capacities that need to be developed, areas for effective foundation investment, and issues to consider. Funder(s): California Endowment Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Civil Society Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(62 pages; 3.38MB; PDF)
The Latino Landscape: A Metro Chicago Guide and Nonprofit Directory Chicago Community Trust; Center for Metropolitan Chicago Initiatives Alejo, Berenice; Roger Knight Published: March 2009 Provides an overview of the demographics and history of the diverse groups within the Chicago area's Latino/Hispanic community, with profiles of each group, and a directory of nonprofits led by or serving Latinos/Hispanics, including program areas. Funder(s): Chicago Community Trust Related Organization(s): Center for Metropolitan Chicago Initiatives Subject(s): Minorities; Minorities, Hispanics/Latinos; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(46 pages; 6.00MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Carnegie Corporation of New York Published: 2009 Contains program summaries, grants lists, financial statements, administrative report, investment report, and lists of trustees and staff. Funder(s): Carnegie Corporation of New York Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(77 pages; 403KB; PDF)
New Financial Realities: The Response of Private Foundations Commonwealth Fund Craig, John E., Jr. Published: March 2009 Reviews the causes of the 2008 financial crisis and its impact on private foundations, proposes a framework for analyzing the sector, offers lessons learned on endowment management, and examines the implications for spending plans and program strategies. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(20 pages; 1.20MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Skoll Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, message from the board chair and the CEO, highlights of social entrepreneurship initiatives, selected grantee profiles, grants list, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Skoll Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Entrepreneurship; Science/Technology Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(42 pages; 4.54MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(42 pages; 4.54MB; PDF)
The Inland Empire Nonprofit Sector: A Growing Region Faces the Challenges of Capacity James Irvine Foundation Silverman, Carol; Arleda Martinez; Jamie Rogers Published: March 2009 Provides an overview of nonprofits in California's Riverside and San Bernardino counties and the challenges of meeting the growing need for services. Suggestions include developing funding networks, expanding foundation capacity, and region-wide planning. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Social Science Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(40 pages; 2.95MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(40 pages; 2.95MB; PDF)
The Economy and Orange County Nonprofit Organizations Orange County Funders Roundtable Published: March 2009 Presents results of a survey of nonprofits in Orange County, California, on their outlook for 2009 revenue, changes to services and operations due to the economic downturn, actions leading to an increase or decrease in revenue, and survival strategies. Funder(s): Orange County Funders Roundtable Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(10 pages; 307KB; PDF)
Advancing Good Governance: How Grantmakers Invest in the Governance of Nonprofit Organizations BoardSource; FSG Social Impact Advisors Hedge, Kathy K.; Lindsay Fox; Eva Nico Published: March 2009 Explores how funders can help nonprofits strengthen their boards and governance in order to enhance performance and outcomes. Offers guidance on engaging with grantees, communities, and the field; benefits; challenges; key considerations; and first steps. Funder(s): Evelyn & Walter Haas, Jr. Fund, W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): FSG Social Impact Advisors Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(48 pages; 1.28MB; PDF)
And the Winner Is...Capturing the Promise of Philanthropic Prizes McKinsey & Company Published: March 2009 Based on a literature review, surveys, interviews, and case studies, examines the factors behind the surge in philanthropic prizes. Offers a framework and promising practices for developing effective awards that create longer-term societal impact. Funder(s): John Templeton Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(124 pages; 3.54MB; PDF)
The Organization-First Approach: How Programs Crowd Out Community Harwood Institute for Public Innovation Harwood, Richard C.; John A. Creighton Published: March 2009 Examines advocacy, outreach, and funding organizations' approaches to community engagement; their views on deliberation with community leaders on issues, choices, and trade-offs; and barriers to more community-oriented and less inward-looking priorities. Funder(s): Kettering Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 342KB; PDF)
Taking Flight in Turbulent Times Silicon Valley Community Foundation Published: February 2009 Contains message from the board chair and the president, mission statement, program information, 2008 highlights, grants summary, and list of board members. Funder(s): Silicon Valley Community Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(8 pages; 2.85MB; PDF)
Are Nonprofits Trustworthy? Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University; Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs Grønbjerg, Kirsten A. Published: February 2009 Presents findings from a survey of Indiana residents on whether they trust nonprofits and charities to do what is right, compared with governments and corporations. Examines who trusts which institutions and how trust in one affects trust in the others. Funder(s): Central Indiana Community Foundation, Inc. Related Organization(s): Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Social Science Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(14 pages; 529KB; PDF)
Organization Capacity Building/PONO Leadership Program: Key Findings and Recommendations Hawaii Community Foundation; Teamworks Published: February 2009 Presents results of an evaluation of the foundation's nonprofit capacity-building and leadership development programs. Outlines impact and goals achieved and summarizes grantees' comments. Includes recommendations for ensuring sustainability. Funder(s): Hawaii Community Foundation Related Organization(s): Teamworks Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(10 pages; 142KB; PDF)
Investing for Social and Environmental Impact Monitor Institute Published: February 2009 Provides an overview of impact investing and a guide to the challenge of developing it into a major source of the capital, talent, and creativity needed to address social and environmental issues. Includes recommendations and profiles of impact investors. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, JPMorgan Chase Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, W.K. Kellogg Foundation Subject(s): Social Entrepreneurship; Environment; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(86 pages; 4.45MB; PDF)
Giving in Oregon Survey: 2007-2008 Update Oregon Community Foundation Published: February 2009 Presents findings from a survey of nonprofits on shifts in the demand for services and in the amounts and numbers of private, corporate, and individual donations. Examines trends by issue area and county served. Considers implications for 2009-10. Funder(s): Oregon Community Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(7 pages; 141KB; PDF)
Giving by Foundations in the National Capital Region Foundation Center Published: February 2009 Examines the proportion of grantmaking by foundations in Washington, D.C., suburban Maryland, and northern Virginia targeted to area organizations with a local focus. Presents data by funder size and recipient location, regional focus, and issue area. Funder(s): Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(4 pages; 198KB; PDF)
The Robertson v. Princeton Case: Too Important to Be Left to the Lawyers Hudson Institute Freeman, Neal B.; Pablo Eisenberg; Peter Frumkin; Heather Higgins; Adam Meyerson; Anne D. Neal; James Piereson; Terrence Scanlon; Jack B. Siegel; Tim Walter; Martin Morse Wooster Published: February 2009 Offers comments from eleven contributors on the Robertson family's donor rights suit against the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs for violation of donor intent. Explores its effects on and implications for the nonprofit sector. Funder(s): Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Higher Education Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(22 pages; 320KB; PDF)
2007-2008 Annual Report: A Focus on Prevention California Endowment Published: 2009 Contains videos of board chair's and president's messages and of grantee profiles from six program areas, financial statements, a grant finder database, interactive poll, and lists of board members and senior staff. Funder(s): California Endowment Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
Immigrant Integration in Los Angeles: Strategic Directions for Funders Program for Environmental and Regional Equity; Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration Pastor, Manuel; Rhonda Ortiz Published: February 2009 Provides an overview of the immigrant population; their contributions and challenges; the need for leadership development and other efforts to support their economic mobility, civic participation, and integration; and strategies for funding such efforts. Funder(s): California Community Foundation Related Organization(s): Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science, Immigration; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(80 pages; 2.64MB; PDF)
Limited Life Foundations: Motivations, Experiences, and Strategies Urban Institute Ostrower, Francie Published: February 2009 Compares characteristics of perpetual foundations and limited life foundations, set to be terminated at a specified time. Explores both personal and strategic reasons for "sunsetting" and positive and negative effects of limited life on the foundation. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(36 pages; 147KB; PDF)
Foundation Communications: The State of the Practice Communications Network Breindel, Howard Published: February 2009 Based on a survey of communications executives at private and community foundations, presents a snapshot of the field, including budgets, objectives, use of Web 2.0 applications, and measures of effectiveness. Identifies weaknesses and future challenges. Funder(s): California HealthCare Foundation Related Organization(s): DeSantis Breindel Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Public Affairs Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(12 pages; 120KB; PDF)
Turning Crisis Into Opportunity: How the California Community Foundation Is Helping Its Grantees and Other Nonprofits Prepare for Uncertain Economic Times California Community Foundation Published: January 2009 Presents survey findings on grantees' needs in the face of the economic crisis. Describes workshops on mobilizing board members, new models for partnerships and mergers, short- and long-term sustainability, and cost-effective ways to cultivate donors. Funder(s): California Community Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(7 pages; 37KB; PDF)
Grantee Perception Report: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Center for Effective Philanthropy Published: January 2009 Excerpts findings from a survey of the foundation's impact on and understanding of grantees and their fields, responsiveness, and grant and evaluation processes compared with peer foundations and 2004 results. Includes grantees' comments and suggestions. Funder(s): Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Performance/Failure Analysis Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(23 pages; 148KB; PDF)
The Nonprofit Marketplace: Bridging the Information Gap in Philanthropy William and Flora Hewlett Foundation; McKinsey & Company Published: January 2009 Argues for improving the supply of and demand for information and strengthening intermediaries and interactions to boost strategic grantmaking, effective nonprofit operations, and dialogue about transparency, organizational performance, and social impact. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Related Organization(s): McKinsey & Company Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(68 pages; 1.67MB; PDF) Discussion Forum
What Makes an Effective Advocacy Organization? A Framework for Determining Advocacy Capacity California Endowment; TCC Group Raynor, Jared; Shao-Chee Sim; Peter York Published: January 2009 Describes a model for evaluating organizational capacities critical for advocacy organizations — leadership, adaptive management, and technical capacities — to enhance effectiveness. Includes models of how they function together. Funder(s): California Endowment Related Organization(s): TCC Group Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(40 pages; 5.81MB; PDF)
Innovative Grant-Making: Giving Voice to the Marginalised Atlantic Philanthropies Nell, Marian; Janet Shapiro Published: January 2009 Presents a case study of the Multi Agency Grants Initiative (MAGI), a mechanism for a group of international grantmakers to target small grants to community-based service organizations and social movements in South Africa. Outlines systems and procedures. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(44 pages; 1.96MB; PDF)
A Global Gaze: LGBTI Grantmaking in the Global South and East (2007) Funders for Lesbian and Gay Issues Published: January 2009 Provides a snapshot of grantmakers and nongovernmental organizations working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) communities. Includes data on the amounts, origins, and distribution of funds and strategies and populations funded. Funder(s): Arcus Foundation, Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice, Dreilinden gGmbH Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development; Civil and Human Rights, LGBTQ Issues Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(42 pages; 790KB; PDF)
Expanding Global Philanthropy to Support the Human Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People Arcus Operating Foundation Simon, Sue Published: January 2009 Summarizes discussions from a September 2008 meeting of donors, foundation leaders, and rights advocates on the global lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender rights movement, key obstacles, and ways to increase philanthropic resources to address them. Funder(s): Arcus Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; Civil and Human Rights, LGBTQ Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 278KB; PDF)
Mobilizing Resources for the Human Rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) People: Challenges and Opportunities Arcus Operating Foundation; FSG Social Impact Advisors Parkhurst, Marcie; Amber Johnson Published: January 2009 Based on a survey of funders, identifies barriers to increased funding for global LGBT human rights work and the implications. Outlines strategies including peer-to-peer networking, capacity-building for intermediaries, and tapping bilateral aid agencies. Funder(s): Arcus Foundation Related Organization(s): FSG Social Impact Advisors Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; Civil and Human Rights, LGBTQ Issues Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(48 pages; 3.02MB; PDF)
Giving Out Globally: A Resource Guide of Funding Mechanisms to Support Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Rights in the Global South and East Arcus Operating Foundation Dorf, Julie Published: January 2009 Provides an overview of funding vehicles, such as Northern groups working in the global South and East, intermediaries, direct cross-border grantmaking, private foundations, and donor-advised funds. Includes lists of resources and grantee profiles. Funder(s): Arcus Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil and Human Rights; Civil and Human Rights, LGBTQ Issues Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(32 pages; 670KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report: Facing Up to the Future W.K. Kellogg Foundation Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message, CEO's message, guest essays about children's needs, financial statements, lists of board members and staff, grants list, and summaries of programs in the United States, southern Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Health Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(96 pages; 1.93MB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Dyson Foundation Published: 2009 Contains president's letter, year in review, financial statements, program information, grants list, grant guidelines, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Dyson Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(63 pages; 383KB; HTML) FOLIO Link(63 pages; 383KB; HTML)
2008 Annual Report Homer Foundation Published: 2009 Contains mission statement, board chair's message, executive director's message, donor profiles, program information, financial summary, grants list, donor information, and list of board members. Funder(s): Homer Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(30 pages; 1.87MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(30 pages; 1.87MB; PDF)
Thoughtbook 2009 Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Published: January 2009 Contains president's message; essays and interviews on the foundation's work in education and entrepreneurship, as well as the entrepreneurial landscape; and guest essays by politicians, scholars, and entrepreneurs on the global innovation movement. Funder(s): Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Higher Education; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(148 pages; ; HTML)
Grow the Craft: Results From a GrantCraft Survey GrantCraft Published: January 2009 Summarizes grantmakers', grantees', and consultants' views on bridging the gap between philanthropy and community organizing, best practices, and challenges. Offers tips for "translating" the needs of each and preventing misunderstandings. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(4 pages; 225KB; PDF)
Funding Community Organizing: Social Change Through Civic Participation GrantCraft McGarvey, Craig; Anne Mackinnon Published: January 2009 Provides a guide to funding community organizing, with an overview of the field and advice for grantmakers on site visits, capacity assessment, grant negotiation, relationship management, evaluation, and other issues. Includes tools and case summaries. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Related Organization(s): Center for Community Change Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(36 pages; 445KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Weingart Foundation Published: 2009 Contains board chair's message, financial statements, grants list, grant guidelines, and program information in the areas of arts and culture, health, human services, and public and society benefit. Funder(s): Weingart Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Health Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML) Grants List
2008 Annual Report Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Published: 2009 Contains mission statement; message from the board chair, the previous chair, and the president; financial summary; grants summary; donor profiles; funds list; and lists of board members, committee members, and staff. Funder(s): Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 2.55MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(28 pages; 2.55MB; PDF)
Measuring and/or Estimating Social Value Creation: Insights Into Eight Integrated Cost Approaches Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Tuan, Melinda T. Published: December 2008 Outlines eight methods of integrating cost into calculations of social value, their strengths and weaknesses, and cross-cutting issues and limitations. Considers implications for the social sector in exploring the costs of achieving social impact. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(45 pages; 424KB; PDF) Profiles
2008 Assessment Report Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Published: December 2008 Based on internal data, surveys of health policy experts and the public, and comparisons with peer organizations, evaluates RWJF's organizational performance in terms of program development, program impact, and customer service. Includes grant summary. Funder(s): Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Performance/Failure Analysis Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(36 pages; 1.69MB; PDF)
Strengthening Democracy, Increasing Opportunities: Impacts of Advocacy, Organizing, and Civic Engagement in New Mexico National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy Ranghelli, Lisa Published: December 2008 Analyzes by issue area the aggregate monetary benefit of advocacy and organizing efforts of fourteen organizations working with underrepresented groups, return on investment, and foundation funding. Explores non-quantifiable impacts and strategies. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Public Affairs; Human Services Publication Type: Case Study PubHub Link(60 pages; 2.66MB; PDF)
Strengthening Nonprofit Minority Leadership and the Capacity of Minority-Led and Other Grassroots Community-Based Organizations Foundation Coalition Published: December 2008 Identifies ways to build diversity and capacity among the state's nonprofit leadership, including major multiyear grants to minority-led groups and others serving diverse and/or low-income communities. Outlines each participating foundation's commitments. Funder(s): Ahmanson Foundation, Annenberg Foundation, California Endowment, California Wellness Foundation, David and Lucile Packard Foundation, James Irvine Foundation, Ralph M. Parsons Foundation, UniHealth Foundation, Weingart Foundation, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Minorities; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(30 pages; 803KB; PDF)
Sustaining the Promise: Realizing the Potential of Workforce Intermediaries and Sector Projects National Fund for Workforce Solutions; Jobs for the Future Griffen, Sarah Published: December 2008 Reviews the outcomes of sector-specific workforce development projects run by intermediaries with a comprehensive, long-term approach. Outlines the challenges of and recommendations for securing sustainability in financing, infrastructure, and operations. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Related Organization(s): Boston Health Care, Jobs for the Future, Research Training Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(55 pages; 535KB; PDF)
More Than Money: Making a Difference With Assistance Beyond the Grant Center for Effective Philanthropy Buteau, Ellie; Cassie Bolanos; Andrea Brock; Phil Buchanan; Kelly Chang; Judith A. Ross Published: December 2008 Examines foundation efforts beyond grantmaking such as training, advocacy, and new investment strategies to increase grantee effectiveness and impact. Assesses the benefits of such help, grantees' views, and implications. Includes case studies. Funder(s): Fidelity Foundation, Lumina Foundation for Education Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(37 pages; 2.70MB; PDF)
Diversity & Inclusion: Lessons From the Field Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Published: December 2008 Shares insights from foundations and corporate giving programs on their goals, approaches, and experiences with diversity and inclusive practices — in their grantmaking, advocacy work, and personnel. Considers how diversity affects effectiveness. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Minorities; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(20 pages; 1.20MB; PDF)
2008 Report to the Community Albion Community Foundation Published: December 2008 Contains results of community survey; reports on crime and public safety, education, health, human services, and economics; and grant highlights. Funder(s): Albion Community Foundation, Albion-Homer United Way Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(8 pages; 2.49MB; PDF)
Coming Together: Lessons on Collaboration From California Works for Better Health California Endowment Pastor, Manuel; Chris Benner; Martha Matsuoka; Rachel Rosner; Miranda Smith Published: December 2008 Details the collaborative process of the California Works for Better Health initiative to improve low-income workers' health through job quality. Presents lessons learned on how the partnerships' tone, context, and strategies affect the overall outcome. Funder(s): California Endowment Related Organization(s): Matrix Consulting Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(124 pages; 947KB; PDF)
Are We There Yet? A Communications Evaluation Guide Communications Network Asibey, Edith; Toni Parras; Justin van Fleet Published: December 2008 Offers a step-by-step guide to forming a strategy to assess the effectiveness of a communication plan as it is implemented. Includes a worksheet for determining goals, objectives, audiences, baselines, questions, measures, techniques, and budgets. Funder(s): David and Lucile Packard Foundation Related Organization(s): Asibey Consulting Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Journalism/Media; Public Affairs Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(40 pages; 4.31MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Lloyd A. Fry Foundation Published: 2008 Contains board chair's message, executive director's message, program information, financial statements, grants list, grant guidelines, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Lloyd A. Fry Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
2007 Annual Report Ahmanson Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, tribute to Robert Howard Ahmanson, president's and managing director's messages, grantee profiles, grants list, grant summary and guidelines, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Ahmanson Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Arts and Culture; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(104 pages; 786KB; PDF)
Georgia Gives 2008: Charitable Giving in Georgia Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University Published: December 2008 Analyzes 2007 data on individual, foundation, and corporate giving in Georgia: who gave, how much, why, and to which causes and groups. Compares data by religious affiliation, income, and education, and between the Atlanta area and the rest of the state. Funder(s): Wilbur and Hilda Glenn Family Foundation Related Organization(s): Alexander Haas Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(97 pages; 543KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report: Paving the Way Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, president's message, program information, grants list and statistics, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil Society; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(66 pages; 5.43MB; PDF) Grantee Profiles
2007 Annual Report Four County Community Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair's message, fund and grant information, funds list, financial statements, and lists of board members, staff, and committee members. Funder(s): Four County Community Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(12 pages; 5.55MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(12 pages; 5.55MB; PDF)
A Toolkit for Foundations and Individual Investors: Harnessing Your Investments to Help Solve the Climate Crisis Ceres; Investor Network on Climate Risk (INCR); Environmental Grantmakers Association Published: November 2008 Outlines five foundation strategies for advancing climate change solutions as investors, including engaging investment managers, supporting policy solutions and regulatory actions, and coordinating with others. Lists successes and specific action steps. Funder(s): Ceres, Environmental Grantmakers Association, Investor Network on Climate Risk Subject(s): Environment; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(8 pages; 4.05MB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report AVI CHAI Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair's message, program information, project summaries, financial highlights, grants list, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): AVI CHAI Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Religion; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(72 pages; 5.79MB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Atlantic Philanthropies Published: 2008 Contains chairman's message, president's message, note on the importance of advocacy in grantmaking, program information, grantee profiles, grants list and summary, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Atlantic Philanthropies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Aging; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(116 pages; 8.05 MB; PDF)
30 Years of the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: November 2008 Provides a broad overview of the foundation's history and grantmaking activities in 1978-2008. Includes charts of foundation assets, total and annual giving, and cumulative number of grants awarded. Includes lists of previous and current board members. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(12 pages; 1.64MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report St. Croix Valley Community Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, messages from the board chair and the president, financial summary, fund information, donor-advised fund profiles, grantees list, donors list, and list of board members. Funder(s): St. Croix Valley Community Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Children and Youth Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 1.24MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(24 pages; 1.24MB; PDF)
2007-2008 Annual Report: I Am Connected Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, 2007-2008 program highlights, grantee and donor profiles, donor information, grant guidelines, financial summary, and lists of grantees, funds, board members, and staff. Funder(s): Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(60 pages; 5.14MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, 1978-2008 highlights, program information, grants list, grantee and donor profiles, funds list, donor information, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Community Foundation of Western North Carolina Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Education Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(60 pages; 3.39MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(60 pages; 3.39MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Boston Foundation Published: 2008 Contains board chair's and president's letters, 2008 highlights, foundation and program information, grantee profiles, selected grants list, grant guidelines, donor information, funds list, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Boston Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Civil Society Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(85 pages; 3.87MB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Community Foundation for the National Capital Region Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's letter, 2008 highlights, 1973-2008 chronology, grants list, donor profiles, donor funds and contributors, financial statements, and lists of affiliates, board members, and staff. Funder(s): Community Foundation for the National Capital Region Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(68 pages; 5.72MB; PDF)
Making an Impact: Formalizing Outcome-Driven Grantmaking: Lessons From the Hewlett Population Program Redstone Strategy Group, LLC Published: November 2008 Offers lessons learned and recommendations from Hewlett's experience developing a measurable outcome and scope, researching the field, creating a logic model, metrics, and targets; and comparing the expected social return of potential investments. Funder(s): William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(22 pages; 889KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report: Georgia's Health Safety Net: In Pursuit of Health Equity Healthcare Georgia Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, 2007 highlights, program information, grants list and summary, financial statements, grant guidelines, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Healthcare Georgia Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.81MB; PDF)
A Brief Guide to the Law of Mission Investing for U.S. Foundations FSG Social Impact Advisors Kramer, Mark; Anne Stetson Published: November 2008 Provides practical guidance on the legal constraints of mission-related investing — the extent to which foundations can choose investments for their social impact rather than financial performance while meeting their fiduciary responsibility. Funder(s): David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Meyer Memorial Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(20 pages; 1.01MB; PDF)
Risk, Return and Social Impact: Demystifying the Law of Mission Investing by U.S. Foundations FSG Social Impact Advisors Kramer, Mark; Anne Stetson Published: November 2008 Discusses in detail the legal aspects of mission-related investing, including federal and state fiduciary laws, foundations' fiduciary responsibility, and emerging practices, and makes recommendations. Includes examples of investments and case studies. Funder(s): David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Meyer Memorial Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(69 pages; 659KB; PDF)
Valuing Benefits in Benefit-Cost Studies of Social Programs RAND Corporation Karoly, Lynn A. Published: November 2008 Assesses the use of benefit-cost analysis to measure the economic returns from investing in social programs that seek to help children, youth, and families. Examines effective programs to evaluate the accuracy of "shadow prices" used in the analyses. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Human Services, Family Services Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(133 pages; 1.29MB; PDF)
Sustaining Neighborhood Change: The Power of Resident Leadership, Social Networks, and Community Mobilization Annie E. Casey Foundation Ahsan, Nilofer Published: November 2008 Details the role residents play in community change efforts. Provides examples of, strategies for, and lessons learned on engaging residents in decision-making through leadership development, social networks, community organizing, and civic participation. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Subject(s): Community Improvement/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science, Urban Studies Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(40 pages; 1.32MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(40 pages; 1.32MB; PDF)
The MacArthur Foundation in India: Report on Activities John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: November 2008 Contains president's message, foundation information, information on focus areas and programs in India and Asia, grantee profiles, lists of recent grants, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(16 pages; 3.66MB; PDF)
The Balancing Act: The Role of a Community Foundation as a Grantmaker Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Reynolds, Dorothy Published: November 2008 Provides a broad overview of the evolution of community foundations as grantmakers worldwide. Discusses grantmaking strategies, sources of funds, grantmaking areas, and challenges, as well as advantages unique to community foundations. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(12 pages; 830KB; PDF)
The Balancing Act: The Role of a Community Foundation as a Vehicle for Philanthropy Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Reynolds, Dorothy Published: November 2008 Outlines worldwide trends in community foundation asset development, from permanent endowments to donor-advised funds. Highlights community foundations' flexibility and stability and examines the balance between their grantmaking and fundraising roles. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Science Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(12 pages; 767KB; PDF)
The Balancing Act: The Role of a Community Foundation as a Community Leader Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Reynolds, Dorothy Published: November 2008 Outlines the evolution of community foundations' leadership roles, why and when they should take on such a role, and how to direct human resources, funding, or other resources to the effort without jeopardizing the ability to respond to changing needs. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Social Science Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(12 pages; 698KB; PDF)
Report to the Community 2008 Cleveland Foundation Published: October 2008 Contains mission statement, board chairman and president's letter, president's report, program information, grantee and partner profiles, grant highlights, lists of new gifts and funds, financial summary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Cleveland Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 2.25MB; PDF) Grants List
Troops and Family Care Fund Feasibility Study Community Foundation for the National Capital Region Published: October 2008 Estimates the numbers, needs, and resources of military personnel deployed in or returning from Iraq and/or Afghanistan and their families in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Considers whether sufficient philanthropic funds can be raised. Funder(s): Community Foundation for the National Capital Region Subject(s): Social Science; Social Science, Military; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Issue Brief PubHub Link(4 pages; 78KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Saint Luke's Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, grantee profiles, grant guidelines, grants list, financial summary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Saint Luke's Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Health Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
An Experiment in Coordinated Investment: A Progress Report on the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation's Growth Capital Aggregation Pilot Edna McConnell Clark Foundation Published: October 2008 Outlines EMCF's pilot program to raise, with co-investors, upfront growth capital to support proven programs for low-income youth; demonstrate how such capital can expand programs and leverage funding; and test a model of collaborative philanthropy. Funder(s): Edna McConnell Clark Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(6 pages; 318KB; PDF)
Grantee Perception Report 2008: Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc. Center for Effective Philanthropy Published: October 2008 Excerpts findings from a survey of grantees on the foundation's impact on and understanding of grantees and their fields, interactions, assistance, and grant selection and reporting processes compared to peer foundations. Includes grantees' suggestions. Funder(s): Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc. Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Performance/Failure Analysis Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(31 pages; 179KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Kresge Foundation Published: 2008 Contains board chair's message, president's message, program information, grants lists, financial statements, lists of board members and staff, and highlights of the foundation's expanded approach to grantmaking. Funder(s): Kresge Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(120 pages; 2.96MB; PDF)
Nonprofit Leadership Development: A Model for Identifying and Growing Leaders Within the Nonprofit Sector Dewey & Kaye; Looking Glass Institute Bonner, Leslie; Jessica Obergas Published: October 2008 Offers step-by-step guidance on identifying future challenges, the core leadership competencies needed to meet them, and a pool of potential leaders; assessing their skills; and creating a tailored leadership development program with frequent feedback. Funder(s): Bruner Foundation, Forbes Funds, Heinz Endowments Related Organization(s): Looking Glass Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Capacity Building; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Governance Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(32 pages; 726KB; PDF)
2008 Arizona Giving and Volunteering Report ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation Published: September 2008 Provides an overview of household giving and individual volunteering in Arizona. Presents data on who gives how much to which organizations and why, who volunteers and where, and who does both. Includes a profile of giving by Hispanics/Latinos. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, Johnson Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Grand Valley State University Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(12 pages; 397KB; PDF)
Peer Networking and Community Change: Experiences of the Annie E. Casey Foundation Annie E. Casey Foundation Backer, Thomas E. Published: September 2008 Presents findings on how peer networking — problem-solving and decision-making through interaction among equals — supported Casey's goals of effective community change and philanthropic practice. Discusses best practices and challenges. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation Related Organization(s): Human Interaction Research Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Program Evaluation/Lessons Learned PubHub Link(73 pages; 500KB; PDF) FOLIO Link(73 pages; 500KB; PDF)
Vote With Your Purse 2.0: Women's Online Giving, Offline Power Women's Campaign Forum Foundation Published: September 2008 Examines trends in women's online political giving; how they use Web 2.0 tools to engage in, donate for, and network for social change; the characteristics of online donors; and the potential impact on women's political clout among donors. Funder(s): DJ McManus Foundation, Hunt Alternatives Fund, Kadrovach-Duckworth Family Foundation Subject(s): Women; Science/Technology, Internet; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Survey PubHub Link(21 pages; 600KB; PDF)
Come On In. The Water's Fine: An Exploration of Web 2.0 Technology and Its Emerging Impact on Foundation Communications Communications Network Brotherton, David; Cynthia Scheiderer Published: September 2008 Based on a literature review and interviews, explores how foundations are taking up the opportunities and challenges of Web 2.0 technology and new media, with a focus on adaptation, control, transparency, and networking. Includes tips and considerations. Funder(s): California Endowment, Edna McConnell Clark Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Related Organization(s): Brotherton Strategies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Science/Technology, Internet Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(45 pages; ; HTML)
2007 Annual Report Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Published: 2008 Contains president's message, mission statement, program information, financial summary, 2007 grantee highlights, and list of board members. Funder(s): Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Environment, Biodiversity/Conservation; Science/Technology Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(61 pages; 4.56MB; PDF)
The Grantmaking Report: Foundation and Corporate Giving in the San Diego Region San Diego Grantmakers; Institute for Nonprofit Education and Research at University of San Diego Deitrick, Laura; Robert Donmoyer; Melanie Hitchcock Published: September 2008 Analyzes the numbers and assets of and trends in giving by San Diego's private foundations, community foundations, and select corporate giving programs and public charities. Compares grant amounts and funding priorities by region and type of organization. Funder(s): Jewish Community Foundation San Diego, McCarthy Family Foundation, Parker Foundation, San Diego Foundation, United Way of San Diego, Washington Mutual Foundation, Westreich Foundation Related Organization(s): Institute for Nonprofit Education and Research at University of San Diego Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Program Evaluation Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(24 pages; 1.67MB; PDF)
Effective Advocacy at All Levels of Government W.K. Kellogg Foundation; Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest Published: September 2008 Provides a guide for nonprofits to engage in policy advocacy at the state and local as well as federal levels. Includes an overview of lobbying processes and principles, costs and benefits, sample strategies, case stories, and links to advocacy resources. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest Subject(s): Public Affairs; Civil Society; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
2007 Annual Report: The Urgency of Now Ford Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair's and president's messages, program information, governance information, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Lists grants separately online. Funder(s): Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Civil Society; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(62 pages; 5.08MB; PDF) Grants List
Achieving Teacher and Principal Excellence: A Guidebook for Donors Philanthropy Roundtable Rotherham, Andrew J. Published: September 2008 Discusses the need to invest in high-quality teachers and principals and the best opportunities for donors to help improve human capital. Profiles current initiatives, proposes strategic priorities, and lists promising ideas requiring financial support. Funder(s): Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Challenge Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Elementary and Secondary Education; Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Elementary and Secondary Education, School Reform Publication Type: Toolkit PubHub Link(148 pages; 1.15MB; PDF)
Virginia's Nonprofit Sector: An Economic Force Community Foundation Serving Richmond and Central Virginia Salamon, Lester M.; Stephanie Lessans Geller; S. Wojciech Sokolowski Published: September 2008 Provides an overview of Virginia's nonprofit sector in terms of size, employment, assets, focus areas, funding sources, growth, trends in its position compared to the for-profit sector, and wages, as well as its role in the state's economy and society. Funder(s): Cameron Foundation, Center for Nonprofit Excellence, ConnectNetwork, First Market Bank/Ukrop's, Jessie Ball duPont Fund, Mary Washington Hospital Foundation, Norfolk Foundation, Philip Morris USA, Rappahannock United Way, Virginia Network of Nonprofit Organizations Related Organization(s): Johns Hopkins Center for Civil Society Studies Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Philanthropy and Voluntarism, Volunteerism Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(67 pages; 1.63MB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report F.B. Heron Foundation Published: 2008 Contains president's letter, mission statement, program information, grant guidelines, grants list, highlights from Heron's mission-related investment portfolios, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): F.B. Heron Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development, Affordable Housing; Community Improvement/Development, Business/Economic Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(38 pages; 1.14MB; PDF)
2006-2007 Biennial Report: Leadership Henry Luce Foundation Published: September 2008 Contains message from the board chair and the president, an essay on the foundation's leadership strategies, grants list, list and profiles of Luce Scholars, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Henry Luce Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; International Affairs/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(56 pages; 4.52MB; PDF)
2007 Grantmakers Information Technology Survey Report Council on Foundations Pool, Lisa Published: September 2007 Looks at the role of IT and IT staff at grantmaking organizations, the implementation of technology policies, the use of Web sites and online grant application and grants management systems, annual spending on IT, and to what extent IT is causing change. Funder(s): Council on Foundations Related Organization(s): Technology Affinity Group Subject(s): Science/Technology; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(42 pages; 153KB; PDF)
2008 Annual Report Hugh J. Andersen Foundation Published: 2008 Contains foundation history, 2007-08 highlights, grants list, financial statements, grant guidelines, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Hugh J. Andersen Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Children and Youth; Human Services Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(17 pages; 286KB; PDF) FOLIO Link(17 pages; 286KB; PDF)
Strengthening State Policies: The Process for Change Working Poor Families Project Povich, Deborah Published: August 2008 Provides an overview of key steps to effecting policy change and describes direct actions the project's nonprofit partners have taken to raise awareness among policy makers of the issues low-income working families face and of proposed policy options. Funder(s): Annie E. Casey Foundation, Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation, Joyce Foundation Subject(s): Public Affairs; Social Science, Workforce/Labor Issues; Philanthropy and Voluntarism Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(8 pages; 499KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Greater Cincinnati Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, board chair and president's message, profiles of grantees and community leaders, program information, financial statements, and lists of board and committee members and staff. Lists funds and grants separately online. Funder(s): Greater Cincinnati Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Education; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(43 pages; 18.56MB; PDF) Grants List
Intentional Innovation: How Getting More Systematic About Innovation Could Improve Philanthropy and Increase Social Impact W.K. Kellogg Foundation Kasper, Gabriel; Stephanie Clohesy Published: August 2008 Based on a review of case studies and current innovation theory and practice, proposes a framework integrating best practices, processes, and tools for making innovation a more consistent and integral element of philanthropy. Lists models and resources. Funder(s): W.K. Kellogg Foundation Related Organization(s): Clohesy Consulting, Monitor Institute Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Social Entrepreneurship Publication Type: Best Practice PubHub Link(73 pages; 805KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers Published: 2008 Contains board's message, foundation information, 2007 highlights and fifth anniversary milestones, fund options, funds list and profiles, donors list, financial statements, and lists of board members and committee members. Funder(s): Community Foundation for the Twin Tiers Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Community Improvement/Development Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(16 pages; 7.83MB; PDF) FOLIO Link(16 pages; 7.83MB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Published: 2008 Contains president's essay, program information, grant summaries, profiles of MacArthur Fellows Program award recipients, timeline of the year in review, financial statements, and list of officers and staff. Funder(s): John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; International Affairs/Development; Arts and Culture Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link( pages; ; HTML)
2007 Annual Report Colorado Trust Published: 2008 Contains message from the board chair and the president, grants list, grantee profiles, grant guidelines, 2007 publications, financial summary, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): Colorado Trust Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Health Publication Type: Annual Report PubHub Link(28 pages; 1.76MB; PDF)
Community Philanthropy and Social Media Blueprint Research & Design Bernholz, Lucy Published: August 2008 Summarizes trends in technological adoption by community foundations since 2005 and the role online marketplaces, social networks, wikis, and other resources play in community philanthropy. Discusses emerging developments and their implications. Funder(s): Charles Stewart Mott Foundation, Ford Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Voluntarism; Science/Technology, Internet Publication Type: Research Report PubHub Link(5 pages; 379KB; PDF)
2007 Annual Report James Irvine Foundation Published: 2008 Contains mission statement, president's message, program information, grants list, financial summary, financial statements, and lists of board members and staff. Funder(s): James Irvine Foundation Subject(s): Philanthropy and Volun