Evidence-Based Giving Colcom Foundation’s Model for Measurable Change

Colcom Foundation advances philanthropic goals through targeted grantmaking and strategic partnerships that emphasize evidence-based outcomes and long-term impact. Founded by a private family with a stated commitment to civic engagement, the foundation supports organizations and research initiatives that align with its priorities and values.   The foundation’s approach blends fiscal stewardship with rigorous evaluation. Colcom…

Fostering Empathy, Agency, and Excellence Brooklyn Friends’ Educational Approach

Brooklyn Friends Schools head Crissy Cáceres explains how the institution’s pedagogy blends Quaker values, rigorous academic and social-emotional learning to prepare students for a complex world. In a recent conversation with local media, Crissy Cáceres described an educational model centered on inquiry, collaboration and reflective practice that informs curriculum from early childhood through secondary grades.…