• Paper / Report

Philanthropy for Impact – Uttar Pradesh

  • Source : Philanthropy in India (Gates, EdelGive & Sattva)
  • 1 January 1970
This paper serves as a development brief on Uttar Pradesh, offering a comprehensive snapshot of the state’s progress across economic, social, and environmental parameters. It highlights Uttar Pradesh's development performance in comparison to other Indian states, focusing on education, health, nutrition, WASH, livelihood, environment, and women empowerment. Beyond examining trends, gaps, assets, and intra-state disparities, the paper also provides insights into the solution ecosystem and development funding flows from government and CSR, aiming to guide philanthropic funders in identifying prominent gaps and collaboration opportunities.
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Philanthropy for Impact – Rajasthan

  • Source : Philanthropy in India (Gates, EdelGive & Sattva)
  • 1 January 1970
This development brief provides a comprehensive overview of Rajasthan’s socio-economic landscape, encompassing crucial sectors like health, education, nutrition, livelihood, WASH, environment, and gender. It meticulously identifies development gaps and sheds light on philanthropic funding trends, pinpointing district-level disparities. The report also highlights innovative collaborative solutions, such as impact bonds, specifically in girl-child education and healthcare, to address these challenges and foster positive change across the state.
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Improving Social and Economic Outcomes: The Value of Data Quality at the Federal Level

  • Source : Info-Tech Research Group
  • 1 January 1970
This article examines how high data quality drives better social and economic outcomes, providing case studies from government agencies and recommending improvements to data quality practices. It highlights the importance of maintaining high-quality data in driving effective social programs and policies. The article discusses how improved data quality leads to better targeting of resources, more effective interventions, and measurable improvements in social and economic conditions. It also outlines strategies for enhancing data quality, ensuring that governments and organizations can rely on accurate data to make informed decisions that drive positive societal impact.
  • Paper / Report

Mental Health Data Science

  • Source : Columbia Psychiatry
  • 1 January 1970
This program at Columbia University’s Department of Psychiatry offers statistical collaboration, data analytic methodological development, and data management for mental health research. It supports over 50 psychiatric researchers annually with expertise in areas like biomarkers, clinical trials, and causal analysis. The program aims to advance biostatistical methods, develop new data analytics for emerging technologies, and design secure web-based systems for research data. It actively participates in over 60 funded grants, contributing significantly to mental health research innovation and data management.
  • Paper / Report

Data-driven innovation for growth and well-being

  • Source : OECD
  • 1 December 2019
This OECD report explores the transformative potential of data-driven innovation to foster economic growth and enhance societal well-being. It delves into how the increasing availability and analysis of data can lead to new products, services, and business models, driving productivity and improving public services. The report also addresses the policy implications and challenges associated with harnessing data for innovation, including issues of privacy, security, and digital divides, advocating for frameworks that support responsible data use.
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Helping Wealth Advisors Increase Philanthropic Impact for High Net Worth Clients

  • Source : Stanford PACS Center
  • 1 January 1970
This research explores how providing financial advisors with resources on philanthropic planning can empower them to better engage high-net-worth clients, thereby increasing philanthropic impact. The core hypothesis is that such resources enhance wealth managers' advising toolkits and strengthen advisor-client relationships. Increased philanthropic impact, in this context, extends beyond just an increase in distributed funds to include an improvement in philanthropy's ability to achieve a donor's desired outcomes. The paper outlines the benefits of integrating philanthropic strategy into wealth management, emphasizing its role in fostering more effective and meaningful charitable giving by high-net-worth individuals.
  • Paper / Report

U.S. Foundation Funding for Nonprofit and Philanthropic Infrastructure, 2004-2015

  • Source : Candid Lab
  • 1 January 1970
This Candid Lab report maps U.S. foundation funding for nonprofit and philanthropic infrastructure from 2004 to 2015. It examines the ecosystem of organizations that support and strengthen the work of philanthropy, nonprofits, and civil society globally. The report identifies funding patterns, key players, and the types of infrastructure organizations receiving support, such as those focusing on data, research, capacity building, and collaboration. It aims to provide insights into how funding is allocated to build a robust backbone for addressing critical global challenges.
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MONEY WELL SPENT: A STRATEGIC PLAN FOR SMART PHILANTHROPY

  • Source : pacscenter.stanford.edu
  • 1 January 1970
This report, "Money Well Spent: A Strategic Plan for Smart Philanthropy," provides a comprehensive guide for individual donors, foundations, and non-profits seeking to maximize their social impact. It offers essential tools and frameworks for designing and implementing effective philanthropic strategies that deliver demonstrable results. The document addresses key challenges in philanthropy, such as choosing funding modalities, measuring progress, and evaluating project success. It incorporates a decade of developments in the field, including impact investing and pay-for-success programs, advocating for results-driven philanthropy.
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Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy, 2018

  • Source : Candid Lab
  • 1 January 1970
This annual report by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy and Candid examines global disaster-related funding from various sources, including foundations, governments, and corporations. It classifies giving by disaster type and assistance strategy. The report emphasizes philanthropy’s crucial role in the larger global aid ecosystem, particularly in addressing funding gaps and supporting overlooked areas of the disaster life cycle, such as risk reduction, preparedness, and sustained recovery efforts. The analysis aims to empower donors to make more strategic and impactful decisions in their disaster-related contributions.
  • Paper / Report

Inextricably Connected: Recognizing the Power of Equity and Inclusion in Arts and Culture Philanthropy

  • Source : mdsoar.org
  • 1 January 1970
This brief advocates for grantmakers to address historical inequalities in arts and culture philanthropy by increasing funding to historically marginalized communities. It suggests adopting strategies that disrupt traditional funding structures that have excluded artists of color and under-resourced communities. The discussion emphasizes the importance of equity, inclusion, and diversity as critical components for fostering a more just and impactful philanthropic landscape within the arts and culture sector.
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