Program Evaluation
This comprehensive report provides an in-depth view of philanthropic giving toward mental health, addiction, and well-being in the United States.
This document promotes more effective funder partnerships for social justice. The report highlights lessons from grantee collaboration and aims to inspire philanthropy rooted in equity and justice.
Evaluators, foundations and nonprofits need to examine the “fit” of our existing evaluation approaches with the principles and values that underlie grantmaking and efforts designed to advance equity.
There is widespread and growing recognition in the nonprofit sector about the importance of evaluation — not only for measuring impact, but also for improving programs and better serving communities. While grantmakers generally see evaluation as necessary, most are not yet investing enough resources in this area.
The purpose of this document is to advance the Hewlett Foundation’s existing work to make their evaluation practices more consistent across the organization.
What does effectiveness mean to foundations? Explore definitions, challenges, and tips for evaluating foundation effectiveness.
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