Trust-Based Philanthropy Project

EXCITING NEWS! The Trust-Based Philanthropy Project is embarking on a new chapter – with more ambitious goals than ever before ??. ? After 5 transformative years, we are?evolving to realize an even bigger dream: making #trustbasedphilanthropy the norm for all philanthropies committed to building a more just and equitable society.? ? Read more about how we are maximizing our strengths at a time when the sector needs it most, including an exciting partnership with The Giving Practice at Philanthropy Northwest and a very special celebration to mark our 5-year anniversary. ?? Full announcement ? https://bit.ly/4gjSGux

Listen now ?? : Our Director of Programs and Strategic Learning, Chantias Ford, joins Monique Curry-Mims & Valerie Johnson on the Beyond Philanthropy Podcast to discuss the framework of #trustbasedphilanthropy, misperceptions, trust washing, and the future of trust in philanthropy. "This movement, this work, has been a call funders in to say we should shift and we can shift. And these are the funders who are doing it. This isn't a checklist. We put up all these walls and curtains, making it seem so complex and secretive. Yes, there's rigor to it, of course, but it doesn't require the complexity and secrecy we put on it as a sector. Not even a little bit now." Happy listening!

?? How can philanthropy better share, cede, and build power among the communities we seek to serve? #ICYMI: Thousand Currents and the Surdna Foundation discussed "Redistributing Power Through Trust-Based Philanthropy." During the conversation foundation leaders unpack how philanthropy can share power to foster better funder-nonprofit relationships and build the trust required to get at the heart of questions about power. Take a listen below for gems.

We could not be more excited about this NEW chapter of trust-based philanthropy! Read more about what's on the horizon ?? .

And so a new chapter begins! Trust-based philanthropy continues to grow, with Shaady Salehi and Pia Infante co-leading the movement. Their leadership will undoubtedly amplify the shift toward #equity, #transparency, and #collaboration within #philanthropy. Read more below and join us for a very special celebration on Wednesday, October 9, 12pm PT/3pm ET.

As we enter the year's final quarter, it's a perfect time to reflect on how trust-based values are showing up in your foundation's culture, structures, leadership, and grantmaking practices. Download the Trust-Based Philanthropy Self-Reflection Tool to ensure your actions align with your values!

?? A New Chapter for the Trust-Based Philanthropy Movement As we approach our 5-year anniversary, we are filled with immense gratitude and excitement. What started as a bold, radical dream is now transforming into a powerful movement... We’ve learned that when we lead with trust, we make space for communities to determine their own priorities and solutions. But to truly dismantle inequities, this approach must become standard practice—so that every funder, in every community, embraces relationships built on trust, transparency, collaboration, and shared power. The future of this work also means Pia Infante and Shaady Salehi will co-lead the new chapter - prioritizing that trust-based philanthropy doesn’t just live within one entity but is collectively held, shared, and carried forward by all of us. Join us in making this vision a reality - read the full story below! #TheFutureofPhilanthropyIsTrustBased

Are you signed up for the #trustbasedphilanthropy newsletter? Exciting news is on the horizon! ?? We’ve been working on something BIG—an announcement that will inspire and drive change in how we collaborate and reinforce values of equity and collective accountability. Want to be the first to hear about it? Subscribe to our newsletter. ?? https://bit.ly/3Wdh5tF

?? Are you looking for ways to build greater relationships with your nonprofit partners? Exponent Philanthropy created a toolkit to help funders recognize the aspects of great relationships with their grantees, assess competencies, and consider ways to improve how to be in partnership. In this resource, you’ll also find tips and resources from other funders and nonprofits to?develop your own action plan. Download this resource from the field ? https://bit.ly/3Zek2fz

Trust-based philanthropy is much more than unrestricted grants and streamlined paperwork. At its core, the approach is about recognizing and addressing power imbalances in service of a healthier, more equitable, and more impactful #nonprofit sector. This requires a commitment to relationships based on transparency and mutual learning – both internally within our organizations and externally with grantee partners. In this #throwbackthursday recording Forefront (Illinois) examines #trustbasedphilanthropy beyond the most well-known grantmaking practices, revealing the importance of centering power-sharing and equity across every dimension of our work. ?? Watch the full webinar below and share what resonates with you in the comments.