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In #publichealth, there has been much emphasis on focusing on individuals-- education and people-based strategies. However, #placebased strategies provide a complementary approach that influences behaviors in the context of where people are. Therefore, place-based partnerships leverage resources that not only understand the context of where people are, but can identify gaps and opportunities that bridge change toward #equity.

“Those who have been systematically excluded from philanthropy are pushing funders to rethink their approach to disrupting inequality. To help shift deeply rooted power dynamics, foundations must ensure that historically marginalized communities set the agenda. They also need to make clear to established groups that they share or cede power to more diverse voices, just as funders must diversify their own ranks. It is worth stating the obvious: this work demands that foundations move beyond the typical “add and stir” approach to women or people of color or rural or disabled or LGBTQ+ people, which imagines that simple (and often symbolic) inclusion is all it takes to solve a deep-seated problem. Being attentive to power can be complicated, but some parts are straightforward. Funders can think about how they structure convenings and be intentional about who is invited and who is speaking. Foundation staff can compare their grants: Who gets more money? Who gets less? Who gets none? And foundations can build these considerations into their strategic work. Finally, foundations must hire people with less elite backgrounds and more diverse experiences to become program officers.”

#Ariadne2024Forecast: “In 2024, #philanthropy aims to address political opportunities and social change. Collaborating as a community can enhance strengths and seize opportunities for impact.” 🔗 Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/d7JRT5c6 

A central part of Outright International's theory of change is supporting the global, grassroots LGBTIQ movement. Mobilizing new funding to our partners is one critical aspect of this support, because 1) queer activism in the Global South and East is under attack and drastically underfunded, 2) there's a huge opportunity to radically accelerate social and legal change to improve the lives of LGBTIQ people, and 3) they've asked us! Here are some great insights from leaders of community and equity-focused philanthropic intermediary funds in the Stanford Social Innovation Review: “In the social justice movement space, community ‘intermediary funds’ help allocate funding to people-powered activism...We exist because movements have asked us to help move money more effectively...The work we fund is led by those disproportionately impacted by systemic oppression...and our leadership reflects the communities we serve and/or decades of experience doing values-aligned work. We know that resourcing movements means going above and beyond cutting a check. Our organizations are well positioned to provide this support because our north stars are the movements we were born from. Larger funders, which often do not have the infrastructure and relationships to reach grassroots organizations, can invest in intermediary funds to learn from and partner with local, regional, and global movements. We serve an important role in ensuring dollars move to the furthest reaches of our complex global movement ecosystem.”

“Philanthropy must be bolder..... more engaged, more courageous, investing in fields it hasn’t invested in before.” A key takeaway for grant makers from the most recent report by Ariadne Network. Now in its tenth year, Ariadne’s 2024 Forecast for European Social Change and Human Rights Funders provides insights into what challenges and opportunities could be facing grantees including:  🔔 Lack of funding for grassroots organisations to build more people power and solidarity.  🔔 A focus on the younger generations and the need to mobilise them to vote and engage with philanthropic giving.  🔔 A need for increased global connection and the need to collaborate to meet global issues.  An important read for funders looking to provide evidence-based grants in the area of social change and human rights and to explore (and commiserate with!) challenges faced by European and UK funders to this area. The report in full can be found here- https://lnkd.in/d7JRT5c6   #2024AriadneForecast | #SocialChange | #HumanRights | #Philanthropy 

“In order to advance democracy, it is vital for funders to understand that they have to center everyday people using every tool available, including (c)(4) funding strategies,” writes Angie Junck, Human Rights Director at Heising-Simons Foundation, a close NLA partner. Embracing lessons from a pioneering journey, Angie urges fellow funders to adopt progressive practices, invest strategically, and prioritize collaboration for comprehensive community empowerment. While navigating complexities in (c)(4) work, including legal nuances and capacity building, the Heising-Simons Action Fund is committed to expanding the potential of philanthropy. Angie quotes NLA making a bold statement that “funders must adopt better and bolder practices that support [(c)(4) and] multi-entity work. The entire funding ecosystem must evolve to better support power building work more effectively.” Angie shares hard-learned insights in how to build and fund the building of community power, particularly for marginalized groups amid an election year – give it a read. https://lnkd.in/gQXumpgF #whattoread #civicengagement #communitypower #communityorganizing

In an era marked by division, a new funding collaborative aims to bridge the gap and foster unity. Our latest article on Inside Philanthropy explores how this initiative seeks to promote collaboration and understanding across diverse communities. Martha Ramirez reports: The goals and strategies of the new funding collaborative Impact on community building and reducing polarization Examples of funded initiatives promoting unity Join the conversation on how philanthropy can play a role in bridging societal divides. Tagging Trust for Civic Life Omidyar Network Rockefeller Brothers Fund Stand Together Carnegie Corporation of New York The David and Lucile Packard Foundation Chinle Planting Hope Front Porch Forum Humboldt Area Foundation Wild Rivers Community Foundation BLACK BELT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The Industrial Commons Invest Appalachia Communities Unlimited Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky American Academy of Arts & Sciences TLL Temple Foundation Four Bands Community Fund Inc #CommunityBuilding #Unity #SocialImpact #Collaboration #FundingCollaborative #CivilDiscourse #ConflictResolution #SocialCohesion #BridgingDivides #CollaborativePhilanthropy #DialogueAndUnderstanding #Polarization #PositiveChange #InsidePhilanthropy #Philanthropy

Facing threats to racial equity work, the Borealis REACH Fund remains steadfast in its mission. Discover how this fund continues its consistent, steady approach to advancing racial equity in our latest article on Inside Philanthropy. Dawn Wolfe reports: Borealis REACH Fund’s strategies for sustaining racial equity efforts Key initiatives and their impact on communities Insights from fund leaders and beneficiaries Join the conversation! How can we support sustained efforts in racial equity? Tagging Borealis Philanthropy Ford Foundation The David and Lucile Packard Foundation NoVo Foundation #RacialEquity #SocialJustice #SteadyApproach #BorealisREACHFund #BorealisReachFund #SocialJustice #SystemicRacism #InclusivePolicies #MarginalizedCommunities #EquityWork #ConsistentApproach #Empowerment #LastingChange #Philanthropy

A recent Lender Center for Social Justice symposium in Atlanta brought scholars and community leaders together to discuss how targeted philanthropy can help bridge racial wealth disparities and lead to the practical implementation of economic equity. Learn more! #RacialWealthGap #philanthropy #giving #community #SyracuseUniversity

At Ethical Fields, we know the importance of place based philanthropy in driving positive change locally and are celebrating the conversations we heard around community led philanthropy at the Philanthropy Australia Conference last week and beyond. Here's something from the US on the topic. #localeconomy #placebasedcapital #collectiveimpact