MacArthur engaged Abt Associates to bring an objective and external perspective in evaluating the competition’s application and selection process. Hear Abt’s high-level findings on everything from the relative success of applicants based on topic proposal and location of work to the costs and benefits of participation. The short presentation is followed by a conversation with Abt and MacArthur Managing Director Cecilia Conrad on how key learnings will be applied to improve the next round of 100&Change.

Speakers

Jessie Gerteis, Senior Associate, Abt Associates
Cecilia Conrad, Managing Director, MacArthur Foundation

Moderator

Kristen Molyneaux, Senior Program Officer, MacArthur Foundation

Materials and/or Resources

100&Change Learning and Evaluation Final Report

Think Big & Communicate Clearly: Bold Ideas for Philanthropy

This webinar series is intended to help 100&Change applicants think big and communicate clearly about the depth, breadth, and impact of their work. 

"Big Bets" for Social Change
From Theory to Logic to Action: Your Pathway to Effective Proposals and Driving Change
How Do Funders Think About Impact Investing?  
Strategies for Disability Inclusion: Utilizing a Human Rights Framework 
Planning, Achieving, and Sustaining Outcomes at Scale
Addressing Common Legal Challenges