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Welcome to FCCP’s library of civic engagement resources, tools and news. Our collection of reports, presentations, infographics, links and more will help keep you at the forefront of philanthropic efforts to improve our democracy. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Want to suggest an addition? Let us know!
FEBRUARY FIRST MONDAY DISCUSSION: Democracy in the Era of Trump: How Grantmakers Should Adapt
Join us for this important discussion where we will hear from a few speakers on their thinking about what has changed after the elections as well as to have an open discussion with colleagues around how our network is grappling with this moment.
CENSUS ACCURACY AND THE UNDERCOUNT: Why It Matters; How It’s Measured
At a macro level, the 2010 Census appeared to be close to perfect. The Census Bureau reported a net national overcount of 0.01% in 2010, a number not statistically different from zero. Similarly, no state had a statistically significant net undercount, according to Census Bureau estimates. But the apparent precision can be misleading and doesn’t tell the whole story. This Fact Sheet discusses what we know about census accuracy and why it matters to funders and their grantees.
Making Money for Impact- 10 Approaches to Revenue for Social Change
For impact-driven organizations, making money isn’t just about hitting the bottom line. It’s about resilience. Revenue is the means by which we make — and continue to grow — our impact. This guide from New Media Ventures can help funders — both donors and investors — learn how they can better support impact groups.
Census Update: What’s in Store for 2017?
In January 2017, a new President and a new Congress will take the nation’s federal governing reins. The implications of the 2016 elections for public policy are vast and largely unknown. But there are a few things we know for certain: The Trump Administration will oversee the 2020 Census, and the new Administration and 115th Congress are positioned to influence key policy decisions affecting the next constitutionally required population count and related American Community Survey (ACS). We hope the broad, consequential nature of these decisions will spur funders to support an accurate 2020 Census and robust ACS through investments in policy work and get-out-the-count campaigns. Here are the major issues to watch in the coming months.Census Public Opinion Poll Results
Get up to speed on public opinion research on the Census including best practices for talking about the Census and the American Community Survey (ACS), messages that work best for different demographic groups, and other data on the Census and ACS.
Integrated Voter Engagement
This infographic illustrates the key elements which make up Integrated Voter Engagement, a nonprofit strategy that blends year-round nonpartisan voter engagement with community-organizing activities to build a strong base of support that can strengthen an organization's ability to hold decision-makers accountable, impact public policy and build long-term power for the communities they serve.
FCI Presents: Celinda Lake on Census Public Opinion Research
Learn about public opinion research on the Census by Celinda Lake of Lake Research Partners. This briefing will provide you guidance on best practices for talking about the Census and the American Community Survey (ACS), which messages work best for different demographic groups, and other data on the Census and ACS.
