Category: Special Feature

2025 has barely begun, and we have already been confronted by a devastating natural disaster, while the political situation at the federal, state and local levels pose threats to the stability and future of our nonprofit and foundation clients. Most of us anticipated the new administration in Washington would bring change; but the speed of announcements … Continued

Media Articles Gaming for Good: Can Social Impact Investors Make a Difference Through the Gaming Industry? – Impact Investor, 2024 How Gaming is Making a Social Impact – Fast Company, 2024 Can Video Games Help Us Beat Climate Change? – The Nation, 2024 The Surprising Health Benefits of Playing Video Games – Time, 2023 Can … Continued

As the world evolves at an unprecedented pace, our approach to program evaluation must evolve with it. Localization—an intentional adaptation of evaluation processes to authentically reflect the cultural, social, and contextual realities of the communities involved—has emerged as a powerful strategy. By prioritizing local knowledge and expertise, localized evaluation offers the promise of producing assessments … Continued

Modern philanthropy has long been guided by “benevolent distance”- credentialed experts operating from boardrooms, academic halls, and foundation offices designing solutions to poverty, racism, disease, and other societal challenges that would succeed if only communities would follow their carefully prescribed approaches.

Many communications professionals feel siloed within their organizations, unable to fully integrate with program teams to effectively drive the organization’s mission forward. To address this challenge, we interviewed ten communications professionals at foundations and non-profits to identify integration methods that foster thoughtful communications outputs and greater philanthropic impact. We recently had the opportunity to present … Continued

We’re excited to once again present multiple sessions at the American Evaluation Association’s Evaluation 2024. This year’s theme, Amplifying and Empowering Voices in Evaluation resonates deeply with our efforts in centering community in evaluative work, and we look forward to sparking engaging discussions, challenging conventional thinking, and showcasing innovative approaches to elevating diverse voices in evaluation. In … Continued

In your view, what is the value of creating space to bring people together around a shared objective?  We need to meet our clients and the communities they support exactly where they are and help them to do that with each other. Bringing together diverse perspectives to establish shared goals as well as the pathway … Continued

In your view, what is the value of creating space to bring people together around a shared objective?  Collaboration and learning are essential for me, both professionally and personally. None of us can do this work alone—especially when we’re trying to achieve lasting social impact. I am energized by creating spaces where my colleagues from … Continued

This newsletter’s theme is taking action, with a focus on the approach taken to advocacy work through our services. Please share how you incorporate this in your work at TCC Group? I’m currently working with a national civil rights organization on its strategic plan (specifically, succession planning).  Its mission is to promote and support a … Continued