In response to the widespread consensus on the importance of social capital, and to concerns about the scarcity of institutions giving voice to disadvantaged groups, some donors have begun programs designed to strengthen indigenous community organizations. We use a prospective, randomized...

How can nonprofit organizations and NGOs demonstrate to resource providers, regulators and stakeholders that they are using their funds appropriately and delivering on their promises? This volume examines the emergence, design and effectiveness of accountability clubs as standard-setting...