Florida Philanthropic Network Research

"Florida's Nonprofit Sector: An Economic Force"
This 2008 economic impact study conducted by Johns Hopkins University's Center for Civil Society and Dr. Salamon Salamon was statewide and regional research on the employment, revenue and expenditures of Florida's nonprofit organizations. For information pertaining to the study, webcast, and printed material please visit the study's webpage.

 

"Philanthropy in the Sunshine State"
The first statewide overview of philanthropy in Florida. This 32-page report gives a comprehensive look at Florida foundations and individual donors. The report also looks at the scope and focus of charitable giving, comparing Florida to other southeastern states and to the nation.

Introduction | Full Study

 

 

"The Disposition of Federal Dollars in Florida’s Social Services: Informing a Federal Funding Maximization Strategy"
The Urban Institute, based in Washington, D.C., examined 11 Florida programs to determine how well the fourth most populous state with the highest concentration of elderly residents was using federal dollars in social-service programs during the past decade. The report includes: demographics, fiscal and political context and a snapshot of Florida revenue and expenditures.

Executive Summary | Full Study

 

 

"Economic Contribution of Florida Nonprofit Organizations: A Resource for the Public Good"
This report, prepared by Public Sector Consultants, documents the impact of Florida nonprofit sector. Statistics include the number of nonprofits, jobs provided, assets and annual income, which exceeded $43 billion in 1997, as reported by the IRS. The report makes several recommendations, including the the importance of educating nonprofit organizations and opinion leaders alike.

Executive Summary | Full Study | Companion Piece