We’re collaborating with partners on a range of projects.
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Interviews with state decisionmakers
Edge Research
Communicating the value of foundations
Neimand Collaborative
Telling stories of foundation impact
Thea Lurie
Survey of engaged Americans
Harris Interactive
Tracking promising foundation efforts
The Giving Practice, Philanthropy Northwest
Video profiling Office of Foundation Liaison model
Metrocom International
Outreach 2010, Helping foundations plan outreach strategies
Millennium Communications Group & the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy, Maine Philanthropy Center and Ohio Grantmakers Forum
Philanthropy 3D, Developing messages and mobilizing trustees
Council of Michigan Foundations, Hattaway Communications & the Community Research Institute at Grand Valley State University
Engaging decisionmakers in Florida
Florida Philanthropic Network

Interviews with state decisionmakers

Edge Research

Lisa Dropkin and Pam Loeb of Edge Research are conducting approximately 60 one-on-one phone interviews with government decisionmakers—appointed and elected—as well as some news media editors and reporters in ten states about their perceptions of foundations.

The interviews will test perceptions of foundation roles, messages and stories with these decisionmakers. Which ways of framing the roles and value of foundations resonate most? How can foundations be a more valued partner? What are the drivers of decisionmaker perceptions of philanthropy?

The findings will provide a useful roadmap for strategic communications and outreach by foundations and philanthropy associations. Report on interview findings due for release in early 2010.