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Scanning the Landscape of Youth Philanthropy: Observations and Recommendations for Strengthening a Growing Field shares reflections on an in-depth examination of the story and needs of youth grantmaking (young people making monetary contributions to organizations through established

The report, “The State of Diversity in Environmental Organizations: Mainstream NGOs, Foundations & Government Agencies,” is the most comprehensive report on diversity in the environmental movement.

Next-Gen Philanthropy: Finding the Path Between Tradition and Innovation, consider a series of questions that every next-generation donor should carefully consider, as well as recommendations based on the past experiences of other next-generation donors.

While civic foundations and community foundations share some similar characteristics, this document clarifies the primary differences between the two types of organizations.

The Michigan Cultural Data Project (CDP) is a powerful, online management tool designed to strengthen arts and cultural organizations.  This unique system allows users to track their own financial and programmatic performance over time and to benchmark themselves against comparable organizat

In a white paper published by the Michigan Economic Center at Prima Civitas, Foundation Director John Austin defines Michigan’s “Blue Economy” and estimates the economic impact of water-based economic activity at nearly one million jobs and $60 billion annually.

This fourth and latest report from the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) shares the learning journey and organizational change efforts underway in eight CMF community, family, and independent foundations that participate in the Peer Action Learning Network (PALN) and provides important lesson

Government and philanthropy spend $7 billion annually on programs related to youth employment.  Yet without engaging employers in shaping these programs, real progress in reducing youth unemployment isn't likely to happen.  This report from The Bridgespan Group explores promising e

Nonprofit organizations face a long list of challenges that start with fundraising and can include everything from meeting increasing demands for services to utilizing technology most effectively. Who do they turn to for assistance as they grapple with these issues?

This research report aims to meet that need, by presenting the corporate philanthropy community with an analysis of current measurement studies, models, and evidence drawn from complementary business disciplines as well as from the social sector.

To help nonprofits in the area of program evaluation technology, Idealware has researched and written the report, Understanding Software for Program Evaluation.

The Michigan nonprofit sector has a rich tradition of creating change in local communities.  Despite the historical successes of influencing public policy at all governmental levels, many nonprofits are hesitant to engage in advocacy.  This primer, now in its third edition and produced