Reading the Polls on Same-Sex Marriage Report — LGBT Equality Digging into data from ballot initiatives in 33 states This 2010 study looks at polling data to glean insights about statewide ballot campaigns for and against marriage equality. Read the Report
Study Released on Polling Regarding Marriage Equality Press Release — LGBT Equality Groundbreaking study shows that voters don’t move during campaigns The study also debunks theories explaining persistent discrepancies between polls and actual results. Read the Press Release
Leading the Future Report — Leadership Getting to know the 21st Century Fellows Rashad Robinson, a graduate of the 21st Century Fellows program, profiles the program’s work bringing people of color into leadership roles on LGBT rights, service, and advocacy. Read the Report
Cal Launches Pioneering Initiative on Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Press Release — College Success Backed by a $16 million grant from the Haas, Jr. Fund A major effort has been announced to establish U.C. Berkeley as a national leader in research, teaching, and public service related to equity and inclusion. Read the Press Release
Becoming a Major Supporter of Nonprofit Coaching Report — Leadership Supporting individual, and social, change Nonprofits are now seeing the power of customized one-on-one support in making their work more effective. Read the Report
Flexible Leadership Awards: An Update Report — Leadership “It’s not just about the ED,” and other lessons learned In April 2010, the FLA program shares some of its insights and lessons to date. Read the Report
Momentum: Tracking Progress on U.S. LGBT Equality Report — LGBT Equality Study points to dramatic gains between 2000 and 2009 This biennial report by the Movement Advancement Project tracks gains and losses in equality for LGBT people in America. Read the Report
Strengthening LGBT Leadership Report — Leadership Leadership is a necessity, not a luxury, for the LGBT movement According to a 2009 report by the Movement Advancement Project, building leadership talent should be a long-term priority. Read the Report
Investing in California Census Outreach News Story — Immigrant Rights Counting hard-to- reach populations in California In 2009 the Haas, Jr. Fund worked to help ensure the critical 2010 census reached every part of our diverse state. Read the News Story
Inaugural Cohort of 21st Century Fellows Announced Press Release — Leadership Increasing diversity in the movement for gay and lesbian equality 22 leaders have been selected to take part in a year-long leadership development program for people of color managers at LGBT organizations. Read the Press Release
Meet the 21st Century Fellows Video — LGBT Equality Can investing in LGBT leaders of color help pave the way for a more inclusive movement? Hear firsthand what the 21st Century Fellowship participants and coaches are saying about the need for this program and its potential impact on the LGBT movement. Watch the Video
Sabbaticals Deliver Results Report — Leadership Time off for nonprofit leaders can lead to lasting change This 2009 study looks at sabbaticals as capacity building and leadership development, not just time off for leaders. Read the Report
Diversity and the National Parks News Story — Crissy Field Sharing "America's Best Idea" with everyone Yosemite Park ranger Shelton Johnson talks to the SF Chronicle about race and the national parks system. Read the News Story
Managing Transitions Report — Leadership What happens to a nonprofit when executives change hands? This 2009 book walks readers through the difficult choices and incredible potential that can come with nonprofit leadership transitions. Read the Report
Marriage Equality Experts Weigh Steps After Prop 8 News Story — LGBT Equality Bringing equality back to California Program director Matt Foreman speaks on the challenges for opponents of Prop 8 in this 2009 New York Times article. Read the News Story
Closing California’s Education-Skills Gap Report — College Success State faces shortage of college-educated workers This 2009 PPIC report looks at modest investments that could help cut the education-skills gap in half. Read the Report
Marriage Equality Partners Win Communications Award Press Release — LGBT Equality Unprecedented ethnic media campaign recognized for excellence Let California Ring’s ads featured diverse families and community leaders standing up for marriage equality. Read the Press Release
Play Sports, Do Better in School Report — College Success When kids play sports, it's not just heart rates that go up A 2009 study by Coaching Corps showed that students who play sports do better in school and are more likely to go to college. Read the Report
Advancing Good Governance Report — Leadership How grantmakers are helping strengthen untapped resources: nonprofit boards This BoardSource study looks at how foundations and nonprofits are focusing more on boards as a critical resource in building organizational effectiveness. Read the Report
Progress from the Pulpit Report — LGBT Equality Mainline Protestant clergy support LGBT equality An in-depth survey of mainline Protestant clergy shows growing support among some religious leaders for gay and lesbian equality. Read the Report
An In-Depth Analysis of the Prop 8 Vote Report — LGBT Equality Taking on claims of a racial divide on same-sex marriage This 2009 HJF-commissioned study showed ideology, religiosity, and age contributed more to votes for the same-sex marriage ban than race. Read the Report
Sex and the Seminary Report — LGBT Equality Talking to faith communities about sexuality A 2009 study looks at how religious leaders are being prepared to address this once-taboo topic. Read the Report
The In-Between Nonprofit Boards Report — Leadership The needs and challenges of midsize nonprofit boards This brief helps fill a major gap in our understanding of board governance by focusing on midsize nonprofits, identifying problem areas, and suggesting targeted strategies. Read the Report
California’s Immigrants May Have Major Electoral Impact Report — Immigrant Rights Half of young potential voters have an immigrant parent A 2008 report by Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees looks at the electoral impact of California’s immigrants. Read the Report
