Help us celebrate 31 years of positively impacting women & girls in our community!
Today is the 31st anniversary of the Women's Endowment Fund, which has awarded $2.3 million in grants to programs that uplift, empower, and educate women and girls in Summit County. To make a gift to the fund, visit www.akroncf.org/give/wef.
Giving to endowments plays a huge role in determining which nonprofits thrive and which ones continue to struggle, year to year, to make their budgets work. Given the recent advocacy by Bridgespan, Schott Foundation, and others to think of giving to endowments as a potentially powerful equity tool, and with funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, we set out to benchmark the state of foundation giving to endowments. How common is it? What criteria is used for determining what nonprofits get endowment gifts? Is equity a consideration? Our new report, by my colleagues Elisha Smith Arrillaga, Ph.D., Christina Im, and Emily Yang, is out today. https://lnkd.in/e4xdbyHG
Did you know there is an estimated $234 billion in assets parked in Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) today, not being invested into communities that need those resources? JustFund’s newest product, JustFund Search, is designed to make it easier for individual donors, philanthropic advisors, and program officers to find funding needs and move money where it’s needed most. Learn how JustFund Search works and how it will help move more money to organizations advancing social and racial justice. https://lnkd.in/dw2Namj2?
Ever wonder what an endowment is? While donations are typically spent right away, endowments are invested to generate income indefinitely. This means your contributions keep giving year after year for generations to come! Learn more about investment opportunities with the Women's Fund at https://lnkd.in/gSCqZ6DB
Hey Folks! Frank Vela?squez Jr. , our founder, will be joining powerhouse Angela Barnes, MBA, CFRE in speaking at the 2024 Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global) LEAD conference!!! His sesh, “Unity in Distinction: How Dedicated Spaces Empower PoC and White Allies to Lead Together,” is one you don’t want to miss! Imagine bringing your full, authentic self into leadership spaces without fear of judgment or others’ discomfort. The reality is that access to these spaces requires People of Color to leave behind the very things that make them authentic in order to “fit” in. And white allies often don’t understand why. In this session, Frank invites folks to share their experiences and explores how dedicated learning spaces empower leaders and foster deep connections. PoC and white allies will leave the session appreciating each other’s perspective and be better equipped to collectively lead with more authenticity and joy, and in the process transform our communities. Apply for one of these scholarships to experience a leadership conference like no other! #MovingRacialEquityForward
Through a partnership with Blackbaud The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy is offering 36 scholarships for the full registration fee of AFP LEAD 2024 In St. Louis, MO October 16-18, 2024. To learn more & submit an application, go to: https://lnkd.in/epvrs-Vq The scholarship will be open through August 23, 2024.
What is the role of philanthropy in education? For #WIWTK, I had a great conversation with Hanna Skandera, the president and CEO of the Daniels Fund, to find out. Join the conversation here: https://bit.ly/3VFKUTX
Founder & Entrepreneur | Communications Strategist | Production | Writer | Driving Impact Across For-Profit, Nonprofit, and Philanthropic Ventures
For those of you in the philanthropic space, you may have an interest in Trends 2025, an annual report by the National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP), focusing on the latest research on family giving. The data reveals crucial insights on asset management, grantmaking patterns, future giving projections, and family dynamics in philanthropy. This study can transform funders' decision-making to better serve communities. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eSNFGH_P
?? How do we ensure the charitable resources we steward have lasting impact? Our Investment Consultant, Mike Miller, explains how his firm works with our dedicated volunteer Investment Committee to steward and grow the philanthropic resources available to the Sacramento region. Together, we’re committed to making informed, responsible investment decisions that support the long-term vitality of the charitable funds we manage on behalf of local people, families, and businesses — and our wonderful community! ???? Watch this clip to learn more and head to our website to meet our Investment Committee and see recent returns: https://lnkd.in/gjjTkwKH. ????
Ready to take your philanthropy to the next level? Dive into our article on Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) to learn how these powerful tools can shape your philanthropic vision and leave a meaningful legacy for generations to come. https://jewbos.tn/4a60hZb
Manager, Relationship & Development at United Way of PEI | Passionate About Building Strong Community Connections and Driving Impactful Change
Speak with your investment advisor about how you can simplify your giving process while making a greater impact. Let’s continue to drive positive change together! #Philanthropy #DonorAdvisedFunds #ImpactGiving #CharitableGiving
We always enjoy thoughtful conversations about having more impact in philanthropic giving. Interest in Donor-Advised Funds is growing and Karen Sparks, Director of Philanthropic Advisory Services, BMO Private Wealth breaks down what you need to know. https://spr.ly/6005YUCEF
Senior Managing Director at Peapack Private | Customized Private Banking - Financial Solutions
Private foundations exemplify the concept that real power lies in control rather than ownership. By transferring assets to a foundation, donors can achieve both philanthropic impact and tax-efficient wealth management, all while holding the reins on how the foundation's assets are utilized. https://ow.ly/4kHY30sCaJb
