Q2 Impact Summary
Executive Snapshot
This quarter we shifted from building infrastructure to putting it to work — projects have been launched, we welcomed new voices to our board and membership, we convened our members and the sector for a second Asamblea de Datos.
Every effort this quarter was built directly on Q1’s momentum — moving from design to implementation, from ideas to execution. There is a positive outlook from the sector as seen in our last survey, and we feel it as well
We strengthened the operational backbone that lets us show up consistently for the field. We are grateful to our members, partners, board, and team for the continued dedication that drives this work forward. Together, we are building our best future yet.
Serving Philanthropy
We support philanthropic organizations in aligning and adopting practices that advance equity in Puerto Rico — enabling foundations to use their resources more effectively.
Our Members
Filantropía Puerto Rico currently serves [20] member organizations that renewed their 2026 membership, and we welcomed a new member organization: Assur Foundation
In Q2, we focused on deepening the value of membership through a curated experience of peer-to-peer connection, and timely knowledge sharing.
Member Engagement Snapshot:
- [7] member organizations participated in our Q2 events.
- [100]% of surveyed members report strengthened peer-to-peer connection
- [83]% report that FiPR event is a place to gain insights and collaborations
- [92]% of surveyed members report feeling part of a collective
Events
Members Meetup (April 9) First Members Meetup of the year was an invitation to collectively reflect on the role the Data Observatory can play in the social sector: a tool that aspires to be useful, relevant, and, above all, a reference point that organizations and foundations turn to for decision-making, accessing data, and guiding philanthropic investments.
[3.0/4] rate of utility of the event.
Action Dialogue (May 28) We discussed the 11 Trends in Philanthropy 2026. As a collective we discussed the disruption in the sector, our analysis and our future actions in supporting and empowering the sector.
Members Brunch (June 11 ) We dedicated time to have a dialogue about Ai. Through a creative tensions exercise, we explored different perspectives, identified shared concerns, and began building a collective understanding of how the philanthropic sector is engaging with, and should be thinking about, this technology.
[3.67/4] rate of utility of the event.
“El evento fue informativo y por la manera en que se estructuró provocó un intercambio reflexivo enriquecedor.”
Expanding Philanthropy
We work to expand philanthropic resources for equity and justice in Puerto Rico — connecting global funders with local leaders and building the infrastructure for informed, strategic investment.
Raising Awareness
Data Observatory
We are so excited to see and test our newly upgraded Data Observatory and how it has come together. In Q2:
- Beta Testing began and is currently ongoing, with our Data Ambassadors
- The current version of the platform recorded a total of [1,582] sessions during the quarter.
- FiPi, our AI-assisted data guide, responded to [171] user queries this quarter.
- FiFi, our AI-powered fiscal health dashboard agent is currently in testing and has received positive feedback so far.
“El perfil del nuevo observatorio me puso a pensar y hace evaluarnos de asuntos a considerar y/o aspirar.”
Live Polls captured insights on Personnel Structure and Benefits and Sector Trends and Adoptions
- Overall [46] organizations contributed with their data.
- The sector has a positive outlook, as seen in our Sector Trends and Adoptions survey and they said they feel confident in their organization to adapt to future changes.
The Collective Intelligence Hub gathers and visibilizes the assets of the sector.
- [859] accesses across different resources
Puerto Rico Social Indicators provided access to social outcomes that support contextual understanding and sector-informed decision-making
- [132] tracked indicators – and we are excited for you to see the next version of this!
The Job board for the Social Sector supported greater visibility of employment opportunities and stronger connections between social sector organizations and prospective candidates.
- Job postings were accessed [1,350] times in total.
Attracting Resources via Initiatives and Services
Field Catalyst Lab
This initiative strengthens the philanthropic practice toward the intentional construction of ecosystems for systemic and sustainable impact.
The pilot project with Fundación Colibrí is currently on time. Q2 progress:
- [1] Cohort meeting (April 23rd)
- Updated and reengineered field assessments
- [1] ecosystem objective impact map
- [1] meeting with Bridgespan exchanging knowledge of their framework
Collaborations
We convened our second Data Town Hall creating a space where social sector organizations engaged and interested in optimizing their own data gathering and analyzing practices and collectively turn it into meaningful and practical insight.
- On average, participants rated the Data Town Hall as highly useful [3.6 out of 4] for their work.
- [100]% of participants indicated that the discussions were constructive, respectful, and conducive to honest sector reflection.
- [100]% of participants reported that these dialogue spaces helped transform published data into actionable insights for their organization.
The Team - Operations
Governance
We strengthen a strategic and engaged Board that advances sound governance, mobilizes resources and supports Filantropía Puerto Rico’s long-term sustainability and impact. In Q2:
- [1] board meeting – a learning session for the new Board to meet the FiPR team and learn about the work each team member is leading.
- [1] new committee focused on attracting funding
Finance
At Filantropía Puerto Rico we ensure financial stability and strategic resource allocation through continued monitoring of organizational expenditures to ensure budget alignment, transparent reporting and responsible oversight of organizational resources. In Q2 we:
- Began annual external audit
- [22%] YTD expenses vs Budget
- [98%] YTD income vs Budget
Communications
In Q2 2026, Communications focused on optimizing digital communications based on Q1 learnings, strengthening measurement practices, and implementing improvements to enhance audience engagement and communication effectiveness.
Q2 Communications Milestones:
- Implemented the new visual identity, developed in Q1, across Filantropía Puerto Rico and the Data Observatory, creating a more cohesive and recognizable digital presence.
- Completed the redesign of the Filantropía Puerto Rico homepage, officially launching in July 2026, laying the foundation for an improved user experience and clearer communication of organizational priorities.
- Optimized member communications by segmenting Puerto Rico and U.S. audiences, resulting in a 4.4 percentage-point increase in email open rates.
- Implemented an event and calendar platform to simplify event management and help members stay up to date with organizational activities.
- [23%] of Data Observatory traffic was generated through direct digital communication efforts, reinforcing communications as a key driver of platform usage.
- [8%] of U.S. Data Observatory users were acquired through digital communication efforts.
- Refined platform-specific performance benchmarks to establish more meaningful and decision-oriented engagement goals based on each channel’s role and behavior.
- Established a quarterly optimization process based on digital performance insights to continuously refine communication strategies.
- Conducted research on marketing and social media strategies across Philanthropy Serving Organizations (PSOs) and Philanthropy Serving Intermediaries (PSIs) to benchmark FiPR’s digital approach and identify optimization opportunities.
HR & Legal
We cultivate a resilient, compliant and people-centered organization by strengthening our workplace culture, fulfilling regulatory obligations, and supporting continuous organizational improvement.
- [1] employee satisfaction survey
- PR State Department Annual Report submitted
- [100%] compliance with required corporate and employment – related regulatory filings.
- [1] new hire – Data Collection & Relations Coordinator
Technology + Efficiency
In Q2, we continued building a more efficient, secure, and AI-enabled operation. We have been experimenting with and learning from AI to optimize operational processes, track our Key Outcomes, and develop tools that support Puerto Rico’s social sector.
The following Tracking Dashboard is an example on how we’re using AI to automate the tracking of our Key Outcomes. *This dashboard is still a work in progress and will continue to evolve as we refine and expand its capabilities.
“Un Puerto Rico con igualdad de oportunidades para participar y prosperar.”
Desarrollamos la filantropía y la inversión social estratégica en Puerto Rico para promover la equidad y la justicia. Este panel resume el progreso de nuestros resultados clave (Key Outcomes) y se actualiza cada mes como parte de nuestro compromiso de transparencia.