Inside The Foundation Review, Vol. 18, Issue 2

The articles in this issue explore the gaps between what foundations say they value and what their structures, habits, and incentives actually produce — and ask what it will take for us to close those gaps.

Inside The Foundation Review, Volume 18, Issue 1

This issue of The Foundation Review draws attention to topics often overlooked in mainstream research — everyday decisions and infrastructure choices that shape philanthropic practice and its impact.

Artificial Intelligence and Philanthropy

This issue features articles on the use of AI in philanthropy, highlighting leaders who forged ahead while acknowledging risks, deploying AI for different purposes, and then thoughtfully reflecting on their experiences.

The Power of Listening to Communities

Articles in this issue share the core premise that all funder listening is not equally beneficial. How listening is defined and how funders put it into action make a major difference in what listening can accomplish.

Inside The Foundation Review, Volume 17, Issue 1

The articles in Volume 17, Issue 1 of The Foundation Review each tell us something about a concept that is top-of-mind today: our ability to be resilient in the face of significant challenges or change.

Julia Coffman Named Editor-in-Chief of The Foundation Review

The Johnson Center is thrilled to announce that Julia Coffman, senior advisor and founder of the Center for Evaluation Innovation (CEI), will be the next editor-in-chief of The Foundation Review, beginning January 2025.

Democracy, Equity, and Power

In this special 15th-anniversary issue on democracy, equity, and power, we explore the implications of the current climate at the intersection of philanthropy, social justice, and nonprofit support.

Celebrating 15 Years of Knowledge Building for Transformation

This special anniversary issue presents the most-read articles from the journal’s 15-year history, each with author commentary in newly written prologues, as well as a book review and new article for 2024.

Inside The Foundation Review, Volume 15, Issue 4

The articles in this issue of The Foundation Review run the gamut from reports on tightly defined research and evaluation to broad theoretical discussions about the nature of philanthropy and foundations.

Equitable Evaluation Framework™

For this issue of The Foundation Review, authors were encouraged to explore their personal experiences with using the Equitable Evaluation Framework™.