Smart Philanthropy

Why Evidence is Essential in Defining the Missions of Non-Profits

Paul Brest | Posted 05.25.2011

Paul Brest

I believe that a great nonprofit organization is ultimately only as good as its theory of change. There is considerable knowledge about what works and what doesn't work in particular contexts.

Guest Post: Sean Stannard-Stockton

Paul Brest | Posted 05.25.2011

Paul Brest

The theory of change concept makes sense in a static landscape. But it fails in a dynamic landscape, where what you learned on your last trip might not apply this time.