Theory of Change

Our Theory of Change articulates how HigherSelf's work creates lasting impact—from the resources we invest to the ultimate change we seek in communities across America.

Impact Pathway Overview
How our investments translate to community outcomes
5Inputs
4Activities
4Outputs
4Outcomes

Ultimate Impact

Communities across America empowered through connected, purpose-driven support systems

Inputs
What we invest to create change
112+ years of community service experience
2Vetted network of practitioners and providers
3Corporate partnership infrastructure
4Deep community relationships
5Technology platform for matching
Activities
What we do to create change

Nonprofit-Corporate Matching

Connecting local nonprofits with company-matched giving programs nationwide

HigherSelf Network Curation

Vetting and supporting practitioners, service providers, and small businesses dedicated to doing good

Direct Community Services

Hands-on support and programming in integrated communities

Practitioner Development

Supporting and elevating purpose-driven professionals

Outputs
What we produce directly from our activities

150+/year

Nonprofits connected

$2M+/year

Corporate matches facilitated

200+/year

Network practitioners

25+/year

Communities served

Short-Term Outcomes
Changes that occur immediately
+Local nonprofits gain sustainable funding sources
+Americans connect with aligned causes
+Communities access vetted service providers
+Small businesses gain purpose-driven customers
Long-Term Outcomes
Lasting changes over 3+ years
1Sustainable nonprofit ecosystem in communities
2Increased corporate civic engagement
3Thriving network of purpose-driven practitioners
4Strengthened local community infrastructure
Impact Pathway
How your investment creates lasting change
1

Your Investment

2

Our Programs

3

Direct Outputs

4

Changed Lives

5

Community Impact

Your Investment at Work
How funding translates to impact

$50

Connects one nonprofit with a corporate matching program

$100

Supports vetting and onboarding one network practitioner

$500

Enables direct community services for 10 individuals

$1,000

Funds a full nonprofit-corporate partnership match