(December 2008) More foundations are going beyond money and providing a range of other kinds of assistance to help nonprofits. This report examines the effectiveness of those efforts and offers three case studies, including Wallace.

Aiming for Excellence at The Wallace Foundation

(June 2008) This case study by the Center for Effective Philanthropy candidly describes how Wallace has sought to improve its grantee relationships by building on strengths, identifying problems and tracking its progress in addressing shortcomings.

Wallace's REPORT '07

(June 2008) In our latest annual report, Wallace President M. Christine DeVita writes that by helping institutions such as schools, arts providers and community organizations to “reach across the boundaries” that often divide them, we can provide all people and especially children with better learning and enrichment opportunities.

More than Grantmaking: A First Look at Foundations’ Direct Charitable Activities

(November 2007) A survey of more than 900 foundations by the Foundation Center finds that many have been expanding their activities beyond giving grants, including holding educational conferences and providing technical assistance to the staffs of the charitable organizations they are supporting.

Wallace's REPORT '06

(June 2007) Our latest annual report features an essay by Wallace President M. Christine DeVita, “Public Accountability for Private Action,” describing the Foundation’s efforts to measure our progress candidly and hold ourselves more publicly accountable for results.

Constructing a Partnership

(October 2006) Sustaining effective partnerships between nonprofit boards and staff requires attention to three key areas.

A Wallace Perspective: Creative Philanthropy: A Broader Vision of the Potential of Foundations

(November 2006) A new book discusses how some foundations, including Wallace, are using a new approach, “creative philanthropy,” to capitalize on their unique ability to take risks and develop innovative solutions to major public problems.

Wallace's REPORT '05 - "Facing Facts"

(June 2006) "Facing Facts," the theme of our new annual report, highlights how cities, school districts and arts organizations are making smart use of data to plan for change, improve their performance and better serve people.

Wallace’s REPORT ’04 – “Surrounding Children with Opportunity”

(June 2005) Wallace’s annual report highlights the NYC Leadership Academy for principals, Providence’s bold plans to enhance out-of-school learning, and the award-winning Children’s Theatre in Minneapolis.