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Grant Prospecting & Writing Guide for BYU Faculty

July 27, 2026 03:33 PM
This guide provides an overview of how BYU faculty can identify funding opportunities and develop competitive grant proposals, particularly for interdisciplinary and social impact research.
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Faith, Dignity, and Human Flourishing: Hearing God’s Voice in an Age of Artificial Intelligence

June 29, 2026 01:32 PM
As artificial intelligence continues to shape nearly every aspect of society, how can we use these technologies wisely and faithfully? In this online workshop, Elder Gerrit W. Gong explores AI through a gospel-centered lens.
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Saving People in Harm's Way: Interview with BYU Geologist Ron Harris

June 29, 2026 01:09 PM
In this podcast episode, BYU geologist Ron Harris shares how the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami inspired him to move beyond forecasting natural disasters and focus on preventing their human impact.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook '26-27

June 29, 2026 10:58 AM
Designed to help students and changemakers think critically about complex social issues, the guidebook introduces practical frameworks, real-world examples, and interactive activities that build social impact skills.
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APOPO HeroRATs Coloring Book and Engineering Capstone

June 29, 2026 10:39 AM
These specially trained rats help detect landmines and explosives, making it possible to clear dangerous land more quickly and safely so communities can return to their homes, farms, and daily lives.
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Caring for Those in Need: Resources from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

June 29, 2026 09:54 AM
This resource from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints explores principles of caring for those in need through service, humanitarian efforts, self-reliance initiatives, and community collaborations.
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Impact Investing Opportunities and Internships with UI Charitable

June 29, 2026 09:45 AM
UI Charitable helps individuals, families, and organizations maximize the impact of their charitable giving through donor-advised funds, impact investing, and philanthropic strategy.
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TEDxBYU Talks YouTube Playlist

June 29, 2026 09:35 AM
This playlist features inspiring talks from innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, community leaders, and changemakers who share insights on leadership, purpose, innovation, social impact, and solving complex challenges.
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How to Effectively Evaluate Social-Problem-Solving Organizations

June 29, 2026 09:30 AM
Not all social impact organizations create change in the same way. This article explores three key questions to help you evaluate whether an organization is positioned for lasting impact.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 22: Conclusion

June 16, 2026 11:45 AM
This concluding chapter revisits the central ideas explored throughout the course and provides guidance on how you can continue making a meaningful difference in the world.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 21: Organizational Learning

June 16, 2026 11:25 AM
This chapter explores personal and organizational development, highlights the characteristics of a learning organization, and applies those principles specifically to organizations dedicated to solving social problems.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 20: Impact Assessment

June 16, 2026 10:54 AM
This chapter introduces impact assessment as the next step in a comprehensive evaluation approach. It teaches you how to apply the concepts and designs needed to isolate a program’s contribution to observed outcome.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 19: Outcome Measurement

June 15, 2026 04:03 PM
This chapter explores the core components of effective outcome measurement and how they are applied in social impact work. It also examines how organizations collect and interpret outcome data.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 18: Outputs, Outcomes, and Impact

June 15, 2026 03:46 PM
Outputs, outcomes, and impact are all terms used to describe different ways of measuring an intervention’s effectiveness. However, they are often misunderstood or used interchangeably, which can lead to confusion.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 17: Scaling Social Impact

June 15, 2026 03:31 PM
As organizations scale, they may expand to serve more people, extend their work into new geographic areas, or deepen their impact by addressing additional dimensions of a problem.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 16: Funding and Legal Structures

June 15, 2026 02:04 PM
Legal structures refer to the organizational frameworks that define how an entity is established, governed, and operated within the law. These structures shape the organization’s funding options, tax obligations, and legal liabilities.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 15: Theory of Change

June 15, 2026 11:52 AM
In this chapter, you’ll learn the process of developing a theory of change by utilizing outcome goals, logic models, and backwards mapping to craft effective and strategically organized interventions.
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Do Good. Better. Guidebook Chapter 14: Human-Centered Design

June 15, 2026 11:25 AM
Human-centered design (HCD) offers a different approach: one that places the voices, experiences, and expertise of those affected by social issues at the heart of the solution-building process.
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