A summary of research findings looking at the policy- and government-related activities of 24 California foundations.

The evolving role of American foundations in the public policy process, looking at how foundations have influenced policymaking, the outcomes they’ve brought about, how they effective broader social, economic and political change, and what are and what should be the

Describes how organizations use social media tools to fundamentally change the way they work and increase their social impact.

Often, to get something done that really matters to us, we need to work with people we don’t agree with or like or trust. Adam Kahane has faced this challenge many times, working on big issues like democracy and jobs

For social sector actors engaged in social impact networks, a companion guide to “ENGAGE:  How Funders Can Support and Leverage Networks for Social Impact”

At the forefront in tackling global issues is the challenge of obtaining funding for research and for solution delivery. Modern philanthropy is evolving to adapt to this need. Unlike the early years of industrialists funding local charities to address the

Stresses the power of networks in funders’ quest for effective capacity building strategies.

An examination of the role of legal advocacy as a tool in the social sector for advancing issues of justice and equality, targeted to funders interested in supporting such work.

Addresses how network entrepreneurs can catalyze large-scale social impact through a process that applies to networks across all systems and sectors.

Includes research that highlights opportunities for funders and organizations to advance their goals while creating shared value and leveraging current investments in data and technology across organizations.