Advocacy is risky

Nevertheless, grantmakers can use a quantitative framework to help them decide which advocacy programs to invest in.

A framework

A methodical and organized approach to managing some of philanthropy's most complicated endeavors.

Advocacy is a risky business with no guarantee of success. Nevertheless, grantmakers can use a quantitative framework to help them decide which advocacy programs to invest in, and advocacy organizations can use it to determine which approaches might be most effective.

    About the Authors

  • Ivan Barkhorn

    Ivan founded Redstone over 17 years ago to help innovative social sector leaders achieve ambitious goals.

  • Jason Blau

    Jason is honored to be a trusted partner to clients rising to the occasion for communities and the planet.

  • Nathan Huttner

    Nathan leads Redstone’s education practice, developing strategies, business plans, and impact initiatives to improve K-12 and higher education, and has also served clients in shared prosperity, health, and climate.