Funders' Collaborative on Youth Organizing (FCYO)

?? Exciting News! FCYO Debuts the Power to Win Framework! ?? We are thrilled to announce the public debut of our #PowertoWinFramework! ?? This Framework serves as a North Star for the youth organizing field and movement leaders, guiding us toward transformative justice. At FCYO, our mission is to support organizations in assessing their work, building new capacities, and creating organizational shifts to build power. We firmly believe that to achieve liberation and lasting change, youth organizing must reach new levels of influence, strategic alliances, and public engagement. That's why we have developed the Power to Win Framework, which rests upon four key pillars of organizing: 1?? Long-Term Strategic Orientation: We encourage organizations to adopt a visionary approach that extends beyond immediate goals, fostering long-term planning and sustainable impact. 2?? Transformative Leadership Development: Recognizing the significance of strong leadership, we empower young organizers to develop transformative skills, cultivate their potential, and become catalysts for change. 3?? Organizing for Power: We believe in building bases at a significant scale, rallying communities around common goals, and fostering collective action to effect systemic change. 4?? Assessment and Experimentation: By embracing a culture of learning and innovation, we promote continual assessment and experimentation, allowing organizations to adapt and refine their strategies. With this powerful Framework, our aim is to enhance your capacity to assess your work, unlock new potentials, and create organizational shifts that drive meaningful change. Together, we have the power to shape a future that champions social justice, true democracy, and economic equity. DOWNLOAD IT TODAY: bit.ly/P2WFramework

Four years ago FCYO set an ambitious challenge to philanthropy to resource youth organizing at scale. Join us on December 4th at 1 pm ET to hear what 35 million of new resources has made possible for FCYO, organizing groups in our network, and for funders who began to see themselves as co-conspirators in this work. Register now at bit.ly/FCYO_Pledge for a one hour virtual gathering that is open to organizers, funders, and allies! ?? Learn more about the Youth Power Pledge at ypp.fcyo.org

Four years ago FCYO set an ambitious challenge to philanthropy to resource youth organizing at scale. Join us on December 4th at 1 pm ET to hear what 35 million of new resources has made possible for FCYO, organizing groups in our network, and for funders who began to see themselves as co-conspirators in this work. Register now at bit.ly/FCYO_Pledge for a one hour virtual gathering that is open to organizers, funders, and allies! ?? Register today - first 50 registrants will receive a special FCYO gift in the mail! ?? Learn more about the Youth Power Pledge at ypp.fcyo.org

Four years ago FCYO set an ambitious challenge to philanthropy to resource youth organizing at scale. Join us on December 4th at 1 pm ET to hear what 35 million of new resources has made possible for FCYO, organizing groups in our network, and for funders who began to see themselves as co-conspirators in this work. Register now at bit.ly/FCYO_Pledge for a one hour virtual gathering that is open to organizers, funders, and allies! ?? Register today - first 50 registrants will receive a special FCYO gift in the mail! ?? Learn more about the Youth Power Pledge at ypp.fcyo.org

Youth organizers know that while our conditions may shift, our work doesn’t stop. We are in it to win it, and that means a commitment to building power over the long haul. Now, more than ever, is the time to show the full strength of the field. Calling ALL youth organizers - the 2025 Field Scan Survey is now live. This report will highlight the transformative work of youth organizers and strengthen the field’s collective work through deepening our understanding of the current ecosystem, the challenges organizers face within it, and their vision for the work ahead. Complete the survey by November 22 and be entered to win a $500 gift card to either Midwest Academy, The Organizing Center, or The Management Center. Head to bit.ly/fieldscan25 and complete the survey today. For all field scan questions, contact Kel Kroehle at [email protected]

Tune in tomorrow to hear from FCYO's Executive Director, Mónica Córdova! Fellow expert panelists will join Mónica on a Town Hall hosted by the Creating Abundance Collaborative! With nearly a decade of experience as a youth organizer and former Co-Director at the SouthWest Organizing Project in New Mexico, Mónica connects philanthropic leaders with social justice organizers to equip young people with the resources they need to build a just society. This Virtual Town Hall will explore how young people’s energy, creativity, and voices shape the future! ?? Thursday, September 26, 2024 ? 1:00 pm PST / 4:00 pm EST ?? RSVP: https://lnkd.in/eRYEXQ8a

Over the last year, FCYO has been partnering?with folks in California to support the work of the recently established California Youth Organizing Funders Collaborative! This fall they will be co-hosting a two part webinar series - please attend if you can and share with your peers who fund in California! Register here for September 5th: bit.ly/YO_Sep5 Register here for October 3rd: bit.ly/YO_Oct3

Exciting opportunity at FCYO!?? Our team is searching for a Senior Communication Manager, is it you we are looking for? Check out the application at bit.ly/Comms_FCYO to learn more!

Attention Midwest funders! Mark your calendars for May 13th in Chicago, where we’re hosting an exciting and timely funder learning session titled ‘Youth Organizing: Powering Up Community, Powering Up Democracy!’ During this interactive daylong briefing, you’ll have the opportunity to: ??? Hear directly from leading youth organizers who are driving transformative change in the Midwest. ?? Learn about ways funders can strengthen and sustain critical youth work, both within and beyond election years. ?? Build lasting connections and collaborate with an incredible community of Midwest funders dedicated to youth leadership, civic engagement, and social change. Event Details: Time: 10 am - 4 pm, followed by a casual happy hour. Venue: Omni Chicago Hotel (676 North Michigan Avenue). For discounted room rates, contact FCYO Donor Engagement Manager Tati Santos at [email protected]. Attendees must be fully vaccinated (two shots and a booster) against COVID-19 to participate in this in-person event. Space is limited, so secure your spot today at bit.ly/Midwest_Funder! Co-hosted by: Funders’ Collaborative on Youth Organizing (FCYO) Neighborhood Funders Group The Skillman Foundation W. Clement & Jessie V. Stone Foundation The Needmor Fund Woods Fund Chicago

Calling all Midwest funders! Join us in Chicago on May 13th for the exciting and timely funder learning session - Youth Organizing: Powering Up Community, Powering Up Democracy! At this interactive daylong briefing, you'll: ?? Hear directly from leading youth organizers about the vital work they’re doing to bring about transformative change in the Midwest ?? Learn about opportunities for funders to strengthen and sustain this critical work both within and beyond election years ?? Build lasting connections and new collaborations with an incredible community of Midwest funders committed to youth leadership, civic engagement, and social change. The details: ? The program will run from 10 am - 4 pm followed by a casual happy hour. Light breakfast and a buffet lunch will be provided. ? We will be meeting at the Omni Chicago Hotel located at 676 North Michigan Avenue. To access our discounted room rate, please reach out to FCYO Donor Engagement Manager Tati Santos at [email protected] ? Attendees must be fully vaccinated (two shots and a booster) against COVID-19 in order to attend this in-person event. Space is limited. Secure your spot today at bit.ly/Midwest_Funder! Co-hosted by: Funders' Collaborative on Youth Organizing (FCYO) Neighborhood Funders Group The Skillman Foundation W. Clement & Jessie V. Stone Foundation The Needmor Fund Woods Fund Chicago