According to a new Brookings report Still Searching: Job vacancies and STEM Skills by Jonathon Rothwell, the need for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) workers exceeds the supply. Utilizing workplace skill and educational requirement data as well as...
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Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) 2014 Report to the Governor and Legislative Council
On June 30, 2014, Indiana’s Early Learning Advisory Committee (ELAC) released its initial report to the Governor and Legislative Council. ELAC was created as part of legislation passed during the 2013 session. ELAC’s vision is to ensure that children ages...
It’s Raining Data in April
Over the last month, a deluge of data has poured out of the Indiana Department of Education concerning Indiana’s public schools, student performance, and teacher effectiveness. Parents, school administrators, researchers, non-profits, and other interested...
Nonprofit Storytelling: Why Go Visual?
This is the first in a three-part blog series on nonprofit storytelling. According to the Social Science Research Network, most people are visual learners. Recently, Transform Consulting Group published articles on how nonprofits can use infographics to communicate...
Client Spotlight: Paws & Think Receives $50,000 Grant
We're excited to say that on November 13, our client, Paws & Think, received a $50,000 grant from Giving Sum. The Mission of Paws & Think is to enhance the community's quality of life by using the human-animal bond's power. The nonprofit provides animal...
4 Ways to Use Your Data
Complete and accurate data collection is the backbone of all organizations. Everyone needs reliable data to make effective decisions that will improve access to programs, enhance their quality and increase participation in them. However, data is only effective...
Evaluation of Nonprofits in the Era of Accountability
In this new era of accountability, nonprofits and other charitable-based organizations are being evaluated with new scrutiny. Funders want to know how their money is being used and whether they are getting the most "bang for the buck". These three websites are taking...
Involving Youth in Your Evaluation
Evaluating your organization, its services and impact is fundamental to create sustainable and transformational change in your community. Where is your organization in the process of evaluation? Has your organization included youth, or another stakeholder...