Merging finance and social impact to make a better world
Are you a nonprofit leader, grant writer, or program director trying to prove your impact and secure more funding? You’re not alone—and we’ve got something to help. The 2025 Social Impact Benchmark Report is here, offering data-backed insights to help you measure your effectiveness, communicate your value, and make smarter strategic decisions.
Track State Budget Trends with NASBO: The Leading Resource for State Fiscal Data Looking for trusted insights into state government budgeting? The National Association of State Budget Officers (NASBO) is the go-to resource for public officials, analysts, and fiscal policy professionals who need credible, comprehensive data on state budgets, spending, and policy trends. With decades …
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Navigate State Finances with Urban Institute’s State Fiscal Briefs Understanding the financial landscape of individual states is crucial for policymakers, researchers, and citizens alike. The State Fiscal Briefs, developed by the Urban Institute’s State and Local Finance Initiative, offer comprehensive insights into each state’s fiscal health, political environment, economic conditions, and demographic trends. Key Features …
Make Public Finances Transparent with OpenBudget.us Want to understand how your city, county, or state spends its money? OpenBudget.us is a free, open-source platform that transforms complex government budgets into interactive, easy-to-understand visualizations. Built for public sector leaders, residents, and civic tech teams, it promotes transparency, accountability, and public engagement in local government finance. Key …
Stay Ahead of Policy Changes with FiscalNote Need to track legislation, regulations, and policy trends in real time? FiscalNote is a powerful legislative tracking and policy intelligence platform that helps governments, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations monitor, analyze, and act on policy developments across all levels of government. With robust data and real-time alerts, FiscalNote empowers …
Designed to support policymakers, employers, and community leaders, it helps you understand the true cost of meeting basic needs—housing, food, transportation, healthcare, and more—in every county and metro area.
Looking for powerful, cloud-based tools to help your team stay connected and productive? Google Workspace offers a suite of free, easy-to-use apps—including Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Gmail, and Meet—designed to help teams collaborate in real time, from anywhere. Perfect for government agencies, nonprofits, and social impact organizations, Google Workspace brings people, data, and communication together …
Looking for a simple, visual way to manage projects and collaborate with your team? Trello is a free, intuitive project management tool that helps individuals and organizations plan, track, and complete work efficiently. Whether you’re leading a government team, running a nonprofit, or managing community initiatives, Trello makes organizing tasks seamless and transparent. Key Features …
Want to know how your tax dollars are spent? USAspending.gov is the official source for federal spending information, offering full transparency into how the U.S. government allocates and distributes funds. Whether you’re a public official, nonprofit leader, journalist, or citizen, this free tool helps you track federal contracts, grants, loans, and more—down to the local …
The U.S. Census Bureau Data Portal is an essential tool for anyone looking to better understand the people, economies, and communities they serve.