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What does racial equity look like in lean foundations?

Candid

Advancing racial equity has become a critical imperative for philanthropies aiming to make a meaningful impact. For foundations with few or no staff, ensuring equitable representation and implementing racial equity practices can be both a complex and critical endeavor. Moreover, 68% of lean foundation boards are 100% white.

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8 Grant Research Tools for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

According to the Giving USA 2022 Report , giving by foundations to nonprofit organizations grew by 3.4% Foundation grants now represent 19% of total giving to nonprofits – the largest share on record. Candid offers a searchable database of foundations and grants, grants for individuals, and Requests for Proposals published by funders.

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Time To Celebrate: Nov. 15th Is National Philanthropy Day

Bloomerang

National Philanthropy Day, Wednesday Nov. 15 th , 2023, is a day set aside to recognize and celebrate the contributions of philanthropy to individuals, communities, and the world. Freeman was inspired to create a day that would celebrate philanthropy and encourage charitable giving. What is philanthropy? In the U.S.,

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Foundations step up funding to bolster trust in local news 

Candid

MacArthur, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundations have recognized the importance of a vibrant local news ecosystem. As part of their democracy portfolios, they’re funding not only newsroom operations and training but also research and collaborations to bring diverse voices to the fore. Knight, John D. and Catherine T.

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Trends in Grantmaking: Achieving Lasting Impact Through Trust-Based Philanthropy

sgEngage

And that work can come in a variety of forms: work by your grantee to fill out long applications with questions about programs, finances, staff, sustainability, and internal controls that get read and then filed. So, what does trust-based philanthropy look like in practice? Trust must be earned. Earning” denotes work.

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Gardner Appointed A Director At Lilly School

The NonProfit Times

LaKoya Gardner was promoted to director of the Mays Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. The institute fosters a greater understanding of the ways in which underrepresented people are both inspired and informed donors by providing knowledge, education and training.

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Training Nonprofit Staff & Volunteers Effectively in 5 Steps

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More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Your first step is defining what your mission and programs will look like in an adjusted environment. There’s convenience in online connections, and a new appreciation for safety in “touchless” program delivery.

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