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💡How are lean foundations embracing racial equity? Exponent Philanthropy’s publication has practical insights to guide foundations on their journey toward more equitable and effective philanthropy.
Exponent Philanthropy is the country’s largest association of funders and the only one dedicated to serving foundations with few or no staff, philanthropic families, and individual donors. Our vibrant network has in common lean operations and a style of philanthropy motivated by personal passion, community needs, and the strong desire for better outcomes. We provide high-quality and cost-effective programs, resources, and connections that maximize our members’ dollars and time for the benefit of diverse communities and causes. Visit us at www.exponentphilanthropy.org.
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💡How are lean foundations embracing racial equity? Exponent Philanthropy’s publication has practical insights to guide foundations on their journey toward more equitable and effective philanthropy.
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💡 Did you know? Many lean funders start their equity journey driven by founders, board members, or staff. Exponent Philanthropy's latest publication reveals how these approaches are transforming philanthropy. Get your copy today >> https://bit.ly/3MkkO2W
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📚Temelio's weekly Friday read! Today we are highlighting a blog post written by Katie Briggs, managing director of the Laird Norton Family Foundation, about an innovative approach their organization is taking to grant declinations. Despite declining grant requests, the foundation compensates nonprofits for their time, insights, and participation through “administrative grants.” These grants honor the contributions of organizations even when they don’t become full grantees, supporting equitable and respectful partnerships. They hope other funders will adopt similar practices to reduce burdens on nonprofits and foster positive relationships. You can read more in the article linked below. Thank you to Exponent Philanthropy for sharing this insightful post in your newsletter!
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NEW on the CEP blog, how are lean foundations - those with few or no staff - leaning into advancing racial equity? Who drives that work within a foundation? What can all funders learn from these models? Brendan Mccormick and Hannah Smith offer insight based on Exponent Philanthropy's new report, "Racial Equity in Lean Foundations." Read their insight here: https://lnkd.in/eQ5EmC9P Find Exponent's new report here: https://lnkd.in/g-wpXTse #racialequity #equity #foundations #funders #philanthropy #blog #research #report
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Do you think money alone creates change? I don't. Join me for PART 2: Our Foundation Uses Our Full Social and Human Capital - of my 3 part series on the Catalytic Philanthropy podcast with Andy Carroll of Exponent Philanthropy. "Danielle Reyes, President and CEO of the Crimsonbridge Foundation, observes that many times, discussions about improving #philanthropy call upon #foundations to minimize their presence and agency. Danielle invites us to take a more complex view of foundations' role." https://lnkd.in/gbJMkQ_s
Racial equity is crucial in philanthropy, yet Exponent Philanthropy’s 2024 Racial Equity in Lean Foundations report reveals a stark reality: 68% of lean foundation boards are 100% white. While progress is being made, with increased BIPOC board members, there's still much work to do. Discover more about the challenges and steps forward in advancing equity in lean foundations in Candid's latest blog >> https://bit.ly/3Mo9B1m Hannah Smith | Brendan Mccormick
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🎉 Today, we proudly launch the 4th edition of Racial Equity in Lean Foundations! This publication delves into how lean foundations can enhance their philanthropic efforts by embracing diverse perspectives. Discover actionable insights on improving board diversity and fostering community-centric practices that truly reflect the needs of those they serve. Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/3MkkO2W Lori Kuhn | Ward Caswell | Coleen O'Keefe | Patrick Troska | Victoria Marie Fernandez, MPA | Gianna Durso-Finley | Kerri Lopez-Howell | Carla Romero, MPA | Melanie Matthews | Peri Smilow | Jorge Blandón | Erin Morris | Kristi Petrie | Alece Montez | Jennifer Langton | Michael Hoeben | Aron Goldman | Tahira Christmon, MA | Grace Oshin | Trinnette Cooper, PhD, MPH |ABFE. A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities | AJL Foundation | HILL-SNOWDON FOUNDATION | CEDARMERE FOUNDATION | McCune Foundation