Ron Ragin explains the Hewlett Foundation’s philosophy on general operating support and shares examples of how it benefits nonprofit arts organizations.
Thoughts on General Operating Support in Uncertain Times
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Funder/Grantee Relationships
Investing in Data
Ron Ragin discusses data collection systems that are informing impact measurement in the performing arts at the Hewlett Foundation and evaluation trends (or lack thereof) in the arts more generally.
Keepin’ It Real with GPR Results
Ron Ragin, associate program officer for the Hewlett Foundation, discusses the Performing Arts program’s Grantee Perception Report results: what was good, what was bad, and what was changed based on grantee perceptions.
Report Watch: Leveraging Communications
Research Analyst Sally Smyth reviews recent communications research. These reports echo what CEP’s data has found to be true: getting clear and consistent about communication is tough, painstaking work.
Program Officers Describe Keys to Success when Working with Grantees
Alyse d’Amico, vice president—programming, communications, and development, highlights a video interview of Chris Kabel, one of the five exemplar program officers profiled in CEP’s research publication “Working with Grantees”.
Introducing Linda Wood of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund
Kevin Bolduc introduces guest blogger, Linda Wood, senior director, leadership and grantmaking at the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund.
One Foundation’s Efforts to Support Grantees in a Time of Need
CEP’s research shows that while many grantees have experienced poor communication and little help from their funders during the economic downturn, some funders did more than others. The Cleveland Foundation was one of them. In this interview, Senior Research Writer Judith Ross asked its leaders what they did.
Taking the Next Step(s)
Kathleen Enright, president and CEO of Grantmakers for Effective Organizations, offers steps all funders can take to benefit their grantees, regardless of the funder’s goals or strategies.
CEP Releases New Foundation-Grantee Relationship Research
Vice President—Research Ellie Buteau, PhD introduces CEP’s latest research publication on foundation-grantee relationships, “Working with Grantees.”
Naming Names: Five of the Best Program Officers
Phil Buchanan offers a preview of “Working with Grantees” and explains why CEP selected five exemplar program officers to highlight in the report.