About Cobblestone
Good evaluation changes things. Not just reports — outcomes. When research is done with rigor and genuine care, it helps organizations understand what’s working, fix what isn’t, and ultimately do more for the people they serve.
That belief drives everything we do.
Our services
Nonprofits | Higher ed programs | STEM programs | Federal grants | K-12 | Curriculum | Workforce development | Professional development
Research & evaluation
that move organizations forward.
We deliver rigorous applied research and program evaluation services, partnering with you throughout the entire process, from the first conversation to final deliverable.
Our Mission
At Cobblestone Applied Research & Evaluation, our mission is to provide clients with the knowledge to make data-driven decisions — and ultimately improve the lives of those they serve.
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Always learning. Always growing. Always focused on our mission.
We are a diverse team of researchers, evaluators, and practitioners who show up as genuine partners — not outside auditors. We care about the work because we care about who it affects.
People Matter
Our clients are experts in their own work — their communities, their programs, their people. Our role is to bring rigorous methodology to that expertise, helping organizations understand their impact and make decisions grounded in evidence.
History
Cobblestone Applied Research & Evaluation, Inc. was founded in 2008 by Dr. Rebecca Eddy, growing out of her work as a faculty member at Claremont Graduate University. What began as an extension of her academic research practice has grown into a full-service evaluation and applied research firm serving clients across education, workforce development, and community health.
We specialize in designing and conducting program evaluation and applied research studies, drawing on rigorous social science methodology. Our main office is located in La Verne, California.
Evaluation Planning
Program Evaluation
Applied Research Studies
Evaluation Capacity Building
We do four things, and we do them exceptionally well.