?? Exciting News! ?? We're thrilled to announce that JustFund has been awarded $2M in funding from the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation! This incredible support will allow JustFund to accelerate our product development to meet the growing demand for equitable giving solutions and move us closer to making the common grant application a public utility in philanthropy. “JustFund will ensure that the infrastructure of philanthropy is accessible to all, while enabling funders to make decisions that are transparent and implement systems that are centered on equity.” -Iara Peng, JustFund founder and CEO. Read the press release to learn more. https://lnkd.in/e-gRRx42 Iara Peng Steve Phillips Molly Schultz Hafid (she/hers) Shona Chakravartty Joseph Mercurio Liz Hoffman Maisha Popoola Rachel Hyatt Jessica Pan Michelle Fredrickson Juliana K. Skylar Doran Katie Branch Simone Jones Demian Godon
关于我们
Philanthropy systematically excludes leaders of color who have first-hand knowledge of the most pressing issues of our day. Through its exclusionary (“we fund who we know”) and expensive – it can cost an organization $5,000+ per application – nature, Black and brown communities are chronically underfunded resulting in inequities across all parts of life, from criminal justice to education to healthcare. Developed by funders and organizers of color, JustFund is unlocking much-needed capital and transforming an archaic philanthropic model. With the nation’s first and only Common Application platform, JustFund seamlessly connects funders to groups on the frontlines of social change. And, applicants can apply for multiple funding opportunities with one application, on one platform, for free, in perpetuity. BIPOC-led organizations receive only 4% of all philanthropic dollars, but since JustFund’s launch in 2017, over $280M has moved to mostly Black communities, in the US South, and to organizations with budgets under $500K. JustFund’s equity-first technology has saved applicants a combined 38 years of time. By streamlining the entire grant process, JustFund helps funders and applicants focus on the transformative work of advancing their mission and building deep relationships. Already used by 170 collaborative and pooled funds and corporate and national foundations, JustFund aims to reach tens of thousands of funders globally so underfunded communities finally get the resources they need to thrive. By building more equity-centered tech solutions, JustFund is poised to help philanthropy move tens of billions of dollars annually to frontline organizations working at the intersections of the most complicated issues of our time.
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https://www.justfund.us/
JustFund的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 慈善筹款服务
- 规模
- 11-50 人
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- Oakland，CA
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- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2020
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US，CA，Oakland，94512
JustFund员工
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Alice Rhee
Chief Communications & Partnerships Officer
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Preeti Shukla
Head of Product & Engineering ★ Product and Technology Advisor ★ Forbes Technology Thought Leader ? Gartner Product Community Ambassador ★ SaaS/Cloud…
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Katie Branch
Director of Customer Experience at JustFund
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Iara Peng
Founder and CEO with 25 years of start-up experience. Architects, launches, and scales companies that address systemic racism and injustice.
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We’re thrilled to welcome Client Success Manager Michelle Fredrickson (she/her) to the JustFund team! Michelle has a background in digital advocacy, fundraising, public policy and previous experience as a Customer Success Manager. In her previous role at Upland Software, she helped nonprofits maximize their impact with texting software, building strong client relationships along the way. Previously, she worked at the NRDC on digital advocacy campaigns to combat climate change. With a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Baruch College and a focus on making a positive impact, she is excited to bring her expertise to JustFund’s mission of fostering equity in philanthropy.
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In case you missed it, our Founder & CEO Iara Peng shared her insights on social change in a recent Mission Forward episode. Check it out!
Innovation, collaboration, and excellence are key to tackling systemic issues and advancing social change. On this week's #MissionForward episode, we dig deep with The Chronicle of Philanthropy's Stacy Palmer, Interfaith America 's Eboo Patel, and JustFund's Iara Peng to understand the true nature of social change. Here are our top takeaways: 1?? Nonprofits can work to advance democracy and fight polarization by modeling respect, cooperation, and understanding across differences. 2?? Philanthropy should embrace long-term thinking and take risks on innovative, transformative ideas. 3?? Funders can support systemic change by funding bold, creative solutions and not being afraid of initial failures. Listen in: https://lnkd.in/ebrBjUSj #SocialImpact #Innovation #Philanthropy #Communications #CourageousLeadership
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We built JustFund for three main reasons: Dollars Sitting Idle: There’s an estimated $234 Billion in assets parked in Donor Advised Funds (DAFs), that could be invested into historically excluded communities. Disparity in Distribution: Philanthropy is often exclusionary (“we fund who we know”) and deserving nonprofits miss out on much-needed funding. Capacity Crunch: Applying for grants takes time away from mission-advancing work. 40% of grant applications take more than a week and cost over $5,000. If you're a funder who cares about these challenges, it’s time to join the movement to #resetphilanthropy. Learn more about JustFund: https://justfund.us/
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Don’t miss this fascinating conversation featuring our founder and CEO Iara Peng! Iara shares her insights about social change and the origin of JustFund. Check it out!
What does it take to rebuild the world from the foundation up? On this week's #MissionForward episode, we dig deep with The Chronicle of Philanthropy's Stacy Palmer, Interfaith America 's Eboo Patel, and JustFund's Iara Peng to understand the true nature of social change. From navigating bureaucratic roadblocks to challenging old mindsets, these three change-makers bring a breadth of expertise and insights. Listen in to this conversation on building a more equitable future: https://lnkd.in/ebrBjUSj #SocialImpact #Innovation #Philanthropy #Communications #CourageousLeadership
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JustFund by the Numbers: - 204 JustFunders - 16,774 applicants - $340 million moved Whether you’re a funder or an applicant, JustFund offers innovative features to ensure money moves to the communities who have been historically excluded and chronically underfunded. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gu5KPqGW
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Dear JustFund community, In the wake of the election, the communities we serve will face even greater challenges and threats. This moment is not just heartbreaking and a setback for our basic rights and freedoms - it’s a call to action. At JustFund, we stand unwaveringly with all of you who have been working tirelessly to protect and advance equity and justice across the nation. We were founded to ensure that historically excluded communities have the resources they need to thrive and we’re not backing down now. Our team is working harder than ever to ensure we can help move more resources, more quickly to communities that need them most. We know the road ahead will be incredibly difficult. Let us know what support you need in the days, weeks, and months ahead. We are honored to walk alongside you. In Solidarity, Iara Peng Founder and CEO
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Funders are moving money to communities of color, in the South, to organizations doing state-based work with budget sizes under $500,000, and working across racial justice issues - all on the JustFund platform. Learn how applicants and funders are connecting on JustFund. https://lnkd.in/ec8xq7fQ
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“I don’t want our applicants to spend so much time applying for a grant.” “I want to find groups outside my existing network.” Sound familiar? JustFund is breaking down these barriers and more by removing bottlenecks for funders and applicants alike. Learn how foundations are using JustFund to streamline their grantmaking. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eazUfT2d #philanthropy #equity #resetphilanthropy
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With JustFund, applicants have saved 47 years of time with the nation’s first common grant application platform designed to move money to historically excluded communities. Applicants: Apply with the JustFund Common Application? Submit their common app to any eligible funding opportunity Share updates with funders so you can keep them informed of your work Appear in the JustFund Search database used by donors, philanthropic advisors, and program officers looking for new giving opportunities Do the critical work, not paperwork. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ec8xq7fQ #ResetPhilanthropy #techforgood
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