Knowledge is the key to maximizing the good that a donor's giving achieves. Information is needed about which organizations are working in various sectors, what strategies they employ, how effective they are, and what needs they have. Ideally, this information is comparative, highlighting the pros and cons of alternate organizations.

Charity Discovery
Calvin Edwards & Company provides donors with the needed information and perspective to help them make fully informed contributions. Our Charity Discovery helps when you know the impact you seek, but have not yet identified the best organization to achieve the desired outcome.

We use a thorough process, including extensive research in our proprietary directory of 60⁺ databases, creation of client-defined qualification criteria, surveys, comparative analysis, and site visits to discover organizations that meet your criteria. We conclude the search by recommending 2-3 finalists that meet the requirements. For smaller gifts, this process can be abbreviated. Our systematic approach ensures that you will be supporting an organization that aligns with your passions and also matches desired organizational or programmatic criteria.

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Research Report
Sometimes the information requirement is for analysis and insight on a broad topic spanning multiple nonprofit organizations, a charitable sector, or industry practices. A Research Report addresses this need by providing well-researched information on a custom question or issue. It provides substantial research and in-depth analysis of an issue (not an organization, program, or grant; click here for Evaluation & Due Diligence products that meet this need).

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Sector Survey Report
When a major donor has a strong commitment to a nonprofit sector and needs to know “who is doing what,” a Sector Survey Report meets the need (for more information about the twelve charitable sectors click here). You may require this type of information as you enter a new field of grantmaking, or when you seek to modify, enhance, or expand a strategy that is already focused on a sector. The Sector Survey Report identifies and analyzes multiple organizations within the sector, and provides overall observations about the sector, including trends and recommendations if possible.

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