Publications Archive
Recent Publications
- Beyond Window Dressing: A Call for Reform of Private Philanthropy to Address the Race-based Wealth Gap (2021)
- How to Lead Systems Change Work (2021)
- Leading in Times of Hyper Change: Article Series (2020)
- The Women’s Resistance Grassroots Movement in Virginia (2019)
- Role of Philanthropy in Advancing Racial Equity (2018)
- Advancing Racial Equity Within Nonprofit Organizations (2018)
- Case Study of the Horning Family Fund (2018)
- Case Study of the Weissberg Foundation (2018)
- Laying the Foundation: Building a Collective Approach to Addressing Poverty, Income Inequality, and Racism in the DC Metropolitan Region (2017)
- The Impact of Funding on Nonprofit Coalition Advocacy (2016)
- Johnson’s War on Poverty (2015)
Leading in Times of Hyper Change
- Series Archive
- Top 10 Legal Action Items for Nonprofits in Light of COVID-19
- How to Connect and Engage with Your Volunteers Remotely
- 5 Things Nonprofits Can Control During Hyper Change
- The Role of the Board During Hyper Change
- Quiet Gaps – A CEO’s Reflection
- Supporting Your Team During Times of Unprecedented Change
- Impact of Hyper Change on Financial Health and Continuity
- Census, COVID-19, and the Need for Hyper Change
- Leading in Times of Hyper Change
Women Leadership Profiles
This is a series of profiles that highlight accomplished women leaders and their advice on how to develop future female leadership locally and globally.
- Juana Bordas, President, Mestiza Leadership International (2015)
- Pinky Lilani, CBE DL (2015)
- Bobbi Silten, Executive Vice President, Global Talent and Sustainability, Gap Inc. (2015)
- Ambassador Melanne Verveer, Executive Director, Institute for Women, Peace and Security, Georgetown University (2015)
- Dr. Irene Trowell-Harris, RN, Ed.D., Major General USAF (Ret) (2015)
Philanthropy Reports
These essays are produced as part of the Waldemar A. Nielsen Public Issue Forums in Philanthropy funded by the Ewing and Marion Kauffman Foundation’s endowment grant.
- Educational Programs for Donors: Where Are We Today? (2013)
- Conceits of the Change Agenda (2013)
- Impact Philanthropy: How Strategic Grants Can Help Change Strategic Policy (2013)
- Changing Climates: Philanthropy, Environmental Policy, and Climate Change (2013)
- Highlights of the Waldemar A. Nielsen Issue Forums in Philanthropy (2008-2009)
Books and Essays on Nonprofit Excellence
- Governing the Nonprofit Organization (2020)
- Strategic Planning (2020)
- Magnetic: The Art and Science of Engagement (2013)
- Winning the Inside Game: The Handbook of Advocacy Strategies (2012)
- Advocacy in the Public Interest (2009)
- Marketing & Communications in Nonprofit Organizations (2009)
Policy in Action Case Study Series
Through our case study series, students work with faculty in the development of case studies focusing on the interaction between government and nonprofit organizations. Please contact cpnl@georgetown.edu to obtain copies.
- New Bedford Whaling Museum: Transforming an Institution, Engaging a Community (August 2011)
- The Eight Neighbors Partnership: A Case Study in Collaboration (February 2011)
- The National Housing Trust: From Public Policy Research and Advocacy to Real Estate Technical Assistance and Development (May 2006)
- Colorado Public Radio: Financing Nonprofit Expansion (December 2005)
- Transformation at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida and Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida (September 2005)
- Florida’s Juvenile Justice Coalition: Lessons in Advocacy (June 2004)
- The Privatization of Child Welfare in Florida: Lessons from the Field (2004)
- Bread for the City: Reforming Nonprofit Medical Care (2001)
Other Publications
- Changing the Conversation: Capitalizing on the Strengths of Veterans Here at Home (July 2014)
- Meeting the Challenge of Public Service (September 2012)
- Challenges for Nonprofits and Philanthropy: The Courage to Change (2004)