Spotlight On:   2010 GEO National Conference Join hundreds of grantmakers at GEO's 2010 National Conference as we explore how philanthropy can best support a vibrant nonprofit sector.  Take a look at who's confirmed to attend the conference in April + more

News & Events

• What are the Steps to Big Change?
  Washington Grantmakers responds to Kathleen Enright’s Jan. 13th discussion on smarter grantmaking and the question of sustainability in organizations. + more
• Grantmakers Tap City as an Inspiration to Philanthropy
  Feature article about GEO’s upcoming National Conference on the front page of the Pittsburgh Tribune Jan. 1, 2010.
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• How Grantmakers Can Help Nonprofits Survive – And Emerge Stronger – In 2010
  Statement from Kathleen P. Enright, President and CEO of Grantmakers for Effective Organizations. + more
• Evaluation in Philanthropy
  GEO's newest publication, released with the Council on Foundations, explores how evaluation can help grantmakers learn and improve practices (not just "prove" results). Read the report. + more
• Philanthropy In/Sight™
  GEO unveils its newest benefit to members. This dynamic mapping tool from the Foundation Center is designed to help grantmakers assess areas of need and make informed decisions. Go to the tool + more
• On the Money 
  This publication highlights key financial challenges nonprofits face and the ways grantmakers both help solve and perpetuate the problem. Read the report + more
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• Responding to the Economic Stimulus Package
  Read GEO President Kathleen Enright’s message to grantmakers, What's Keeping Me Awake at Night, on designing an effective response to the government’s economic stimulus package for nonprofits. + more
  
• Findings from the 2009 Member Survey
  The 2009 member survey reveals that participation in GEO leads to important changes in grantmaker practice that contribute to nonprofit success.  Read the report + more

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