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?? Philanthropic redlining perpetuates the discriminatory practice of unfairly distributing philanthropic funds while disregarding justice-centered Black-led institutions. Fueled by prejudiced beliefs that Black-led organizations are ineffective, inferior, and fraudulent, this practice has historically marginalized Black communities, depriving them of equitable access to philanthropic support and a voice in resource allocation. Rooted in the erroneous notion that solutions for Black communities must come from white-led nonprofits, philanthropic redlining fosters the misconception that all Black-led nonprofits lack the capacity to fulfill their missions. ?? We reject the notion of 'capacity building,' recognizing it as a product of philanthropic redlining and a narrative that unfairly portrays Black-led nonprofits as inherently deficient. ? Our approach is grounded in envisioning success through partnerships with Black-led nonprofits. We engage these organizations by seeking their insights on what success looks and feels like to them and what resources they require to achieve it. Additionally, we inquire about how best to support them in navigating philanthropic culture. #philanthropy #philanthropicredlining #racialequity #blackledleadership

??? Why Nonprofits Need Morality Clauses: A Case in Point from Howard University ??? Howard University made headlines by returning Sean "Diddy" Combs' $1 million donation amid serious misconduct allegations against him. This decision underscores the importance of morality clauses in nonprofit agreements. Key Takeaways: ?? Integrity First: Nonprofits must safeguard their reputations and ensure their actions align with their mission and values. Accepting donations from individuals under scrutiny can undermine public trust and organizational credibility. ?? Morality Clauses: These clauses provide a framework for nonprofits to navigate complex ethical landscapes. They allow organizations to take decisive action when a donor's behavior contradicts their principles. ?? Long-Term Vision: While financial contributions are vital, they should not come at the cost of an organization’s integrity. Ensuring that all partnerships reflect the nonprofit's core values is essential for sustainable impact and community trust. Howard University's recent decision is a powerful reminder that nonprofits must prioritize ethical considerations, even in the face of significant financial contributions. By incorporating morality clauses, nonprofits can better navigate ethical dilemmas and uphold their commitment to positive social change. #Nonprofits #Ethics #Philanthropy #HowardUniversity #MoralityClauses

Rusty Stahl of Fund the People has shared a blog reflecting on two new studies from the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) that offer more information about the crisis facing America’s nonprofit workforce — and how much funders do or do not care to address it. Rusty argues "that grantmakers are missing the fundamental connections between their own funding practices, how grantees can compensate staff, why burnout is on the upswing, and how all of this damages the ability of grantors and grantees alike to achieve their shared goals." Read it here: To Ensure Nonprofit Well-Being, Invest in Wages, Workload, and Working Conditions | The Center for Effective Philanthropy (cep.org)

From this new Council on Foundations "Coming Together, Not Apart" report: "Division in the United States is certainly not a recent development, but for the past 15 years or so, the U.S. has seemed seized by a novel strain of discord. Particularly since the 2016 election, headlines about toxic polarization— defined here as an “us vs. them” partisan mindset and contempt for political outgroups—have been published?ad nauseum. The dynamics of this polarization have been linked to the backsliding of American democracy, as well as a steep rise in political violence. While the connection between toxic polarization and these phenomena may be indirect, there appears to be something unique to the political, media, and societal systems of the United States that is causing toxic polarization to play out in these ways. "From 2016 to 2020, philanthropy invested $9.4 billion to promote democracy, more than twice the total from the previous five years, and philanthropic initiatives aimed at fostering belonging and social cohesion proliferated. "In an October 2023 survey commissioned by the Walton Family Foundation, more than 8 in 10 said they worry about how divided our society is becoming. But they are not resigned to division: Almost 9 in 10 (88%) also said people need to be willing to work together with those holding different beliefs, 2 out of 3 said we can overcome big challenges together if we try, and 8 in 10 said it’s important to listen to people with different opinions." #division #socialcohesion #communitybuilding #pluralism #interfaith #hatecrime #polarization #conflicttransformation #democracy #belonging #inclusion

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In our new report, the Council – in partnership with Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) and New Pluralists – surveyed 133 foundations and conducted 43 in-depth interviews with philanthropic leaders to examine how organizations are counteracting polarization in their communities. Download the full report: https://hubs.ly/Q02Rvl3f0

#PillarsofGenerosity National Black Philanthropy Month, an annual month-long, global celebration of African-descent giving, was created in August 2011 by Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland and the Pan-African Women’s Philanthropy Network (PAWPNet) and is held every August. ? ? Five Facts to Know About Black Philanthropy? ? 1. The practice of giving in the Black community has been around for centuries.? ? 2. The term “philanthropy” does not fully embrace just how diverse the nature of giving is, in practice.? ? 3. Black households donate a higher share of their wealth than white households.? ? 4. Giving in the Black community comes in many different forms.? ? 5. Black Philanthropy IS Philanthropy.? ? ? #church #nonprofit #generis #generisteam #fundraising #giving #success #advancement #christianeducation #generosity #philanthropy?

Are you a funder interested in #MovementBuilding? Over the past few years, we’ve been part of a Policy Ecosystem involving 12+ nonprofits who collaborated to advance #HigherEdEquity. College Futures Foundation and Cities & People Advisors describe takeaways for #philanthropy in this report: https://buff.ly/3WzEjuK

For foundations that have been claiming a focus on racial equity: “Grant makers need to draw a clear line between inoculating themselves against attack and giving up at the first serious challenge… The most important question to ask isn’t “How can we protect ourselves?” but “What are our values?”…” Thanks to Jessica Mindnich, Ph.D. for elevating this important piece.

How might we deepen our listening skills and learn new ways to listen well and shift power? Check out our free, virtual HERE to Listen Flipcards to support #foundations with building practices around listening and #feedback. Our deck offers grantmakers and others in the philanthropic sector a suite of practices, examples, and prompts to foster reflection and encourage discussion. Download the deck here: bit.ly/ProInspireH2Lcards #ToolTuesday #listeningpractices #philanthropy