Strengthening Democracy, Increasing Opportunities: Impacts of Advocacy, Organizing and Civic Engagement in NC

TOPIC: Economic Impact STATE: North Carolina TYPE: Research Report DATE: May 2009 AUTHOR: National Committee for Responsible Philanthropy DESCRIPTION: In an effort to assess the effectiveness of North Carolina’s nonprofits, NCRP surveyed thirteen organizations that work with underrepresented constituencies, one of which was state partner NC Housing Coalition. The study revealed that for every dollar invested in these strategies, the sample groups garnered $89 in benefits, and that organizations need sustained resources to respond effectively to future challenges.