During NCRP's 30 years of investigating and researching philanthropy, we have asserted positions based on solid research and strong data-- even when the findings were not necessarily popular within some parts of the nonprofit sector. Over time, foundations, federal and state governments, and individuals have taken our recommendations and turned them into policy, such as our promotion of comprehensive financial reporting for foundations as well as the inclusion of advocacy organizations in the Combined Federal Campaign-- now both widely accepted as "good practice." NCRP continues to promote the vision of a more democratic and responsive philanthropic sector that is a pivotal force for social progress. Our work hinges around three main programs:            MORE >>                       MORE >>                    MORE >> In addition to research, NCRP has advocated for or against legislation on Capitol Hill, serving as the voice for philanthropic accountability and responsiveness to the needs of marginalized people and communities.          MORE >>             MORE >>