by Michael Herman
As we inch closer to Giving Season, we’re likely to ponder our philanthropy for the year thus far. Our team knows from prior designs that reflecting on one’s values, preferences, and experiences can help donors close the gap between generous intentions and satisfying donations. Moreover, tools that produce personalized recommendations can capture attention and mitigate […]
by Kate MacLeod, Zainab Amjad, Ashley Barry, and Janan Al Ababneh
Imagine being a young person full of potential, yet two in every five of your peers cannot find a job. In Jordan, this is the reality for youth aged 15-24. Behind these numbers are even greater disparities: Jordan’s women labor force participation rate is among the lowest in the world, and unemployment among Syrian refugee […]
by Suvarna Pande (3ie) and Catherine MacLeod (ideas42)
Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are a powerful tool for understanding what works in development and anti-poverty programs. They provide insights to guide practitioners and policymakers in improving and scaling interventions. But for RCT findings to inform these decisions, they must be communicated clearly and systematically—something that’s easier said than done. Good reporting isn’t just about […]
by The ideas42 Team
When a nonprofit wants to raise more money, conventional wisdom suggests bombarding donors with emotional appeals and compelling data. But what if the secret to unlocking greater charitable giving lies in understanding how people actually make decisions?
In a recent fireside chat, Victoria Vrana, CEO of GlobalGiving, and Sarah Welch, Managing Director of Charitable Giving & Philanthropy at ideas42 explore the unexpected insights from behavioral science that are transforming how organizations approach fundraising—and changing philanthropy worldwide.
by Jessica Li, Cecilia Shang, Dana Guichon
Early on a Tuesday morning in Boone, Iowa, while the corn fields are still wet with dew, the coffee counter at a local Casey’s gas station hums with conversation. Loitering near the cash register, John chats up his neighbors while his truck finishes filling with diesel. He’s been coming here for coffee and a doughnut […]
by Bridgette Gray, CEO
This year has been a testament to the idea that we are greater than the sum of our parts. We’ve collaborated with partners around the world in a range of fields. Here are a few projects that showcase how much more we accomplish together.
by Rahin Khandker
The girls jittered as they looked down at the game board. If they moved their piece one more square forward, they would win the game. Afia drew the game card for her team and the blood immediately drained from her face. Oh no—it was the dreaded Chance card. The girls on the opposing teams shrieked […]
by Katherine Flaschen
Despite nearly universal enrollment rates in primary education in many low- and middle-income countries, many children are not receiving the quality education they need to thrive. Nine out of ten children in Sub-Saharan Africa, for example, cannot read with comprehension by the age of 10. A critical piece in solving this learning crisis is to […]
by Jen Shafer
“The needs of the charitable world are endless, but unfortunately my financial resources are not—that is the most challenging part about giving.” “When I get too many emails, it’s overwhelming.… I just start deleting them.” Donors receive a constant stream of requests for their attention and money. Fundraisers know this, and so they engage in […]
by The ideas42 Team
How Kansas City Municipal Court is leveraging insights from behavioral science to help more people voluntarily clear their nonappearance warrants, without the threat of being arrested.
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