The Harwood Institute Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsMaryland, United States11-50 Employees
The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization based in Bethesda, Maryland, established in 1988. It works to equip individuals, organizations, communities, and networks with tools to bridge divides, confront shared challenges, and foster a culture of shared responsibility, with an emphasis on Turning Outward and Civic Faith. The Institute refers to its work as advancing local capacities and civic engagement, aiming to support community-led approaches to public issues and democracy. Its activities have expanded across all U.S. states and into numerous countries, reflecting a broad geographic reach in its mission to strengthen civic life. In recent years, the Institute has partnered with universities and local organizations to support community-driven change initiatives, as evidenced by collaborations with institutions and community groups across various regions. The organization employs a focused, mission-driven model within the non-profit sector, operating in an environment that includes similar civic and public engagement organizations.