We live in an information age that is transforming the prospects of communities and nonprofit organizations. Inboxes, both real and virtual, are often overflowing with information from think tanks, foundations, national organizations, university research centers, and others about what works to strengthen communities. Thanks to the Internet, information that recently would have required a few phone calls or a trip to the local library is now at our fingertips. However, simply increasing the quantity and accessibility of information does not guarantee that those who need the information will capitalize on it.
Nonprofit organizations are no exception.
These insights will be used to help the Pew Partnership and others reassess how best to assist nonprofits with their learning needs. The participants represented organizations that were not solely established nonprofits nor were they completely brand new groups. Collectively, the selected organizational leaders represented a cross-section of issue areas relevant to the Pew Partnership's work. For example, participants worked in job training, affordable housing, workforce development, youth development, and other issues.