Family Giving News | October 2023
National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP)
NCFP provides resources and peer learning opportunities to help philanthropic families to make meaningful change.
Welcome to the second edition of our new LinkedIn newsletter—Family Giving News.
Here we'll share the latest news, trends, and research in family philanthropy. Make sure to subscribe to be notified when a new edition is released.
The Latest on the Blog
“In family philanthropy, we can’t make excuses not to do the work because what is uncovered about the past occurred in a different time or wasn’t directly perpetrated by the family itself.”
What does equity in family philanthropy look like and how does it contribute to impact? NCFP’s COO Diana Heath sat down with Compton Foundation Executive Director June Wilson ?to discuss these questions and how the field has begun to embrace equitable practices over the last few years.
NCFP Distinguished Fellow David Weitnauer notes the importance of personal connection among family, board, and staff members in the context of their philanthropy. He introduces his research on the concept of giving related and how you can participate.
How can funders honor the time that grantseekers spend on application processes in instances where the nonprofit is not selected for a grant? In cases where they are, will the grant award cover the time and expense the grantee spent? Read on to find out how the Suki O'Kane Walter and the Walter & Elise Haas Fund is addressing those questions.?
From the Archive: Open Letter to Family Philanthropists: Please, Invest in Our Democracy While We Still Can
In this piece from 2022, Adrienne Bousian urges philanthropists to invest in democracy now, and lays out an approach to doing so. It is, she says, the most important fight of our generation.
Recommended Reading & Resources
Navigating Family Philanthropy: Strengthening Governance and Family Dynamics
Who makes decisions and how?
At its most basic, governance answers these two questions, and a sound governance structure is vital to achieving long-term philanthropic success.
Watch our Navigating Family Philanthropy video to learn more about the 4 Ps of effective governance—people, principles, policies, and practices
A Reparations Roadmap for Philanthropy—Article From SSIR
Philanthropy has a huge opportunity—and responsibility—to build a culture of repair both inside and outside their organizations, argue Aria Florant, Tonyel Edwards, Cora Daniels, Alexandra Williams and Maurice Asare.
A Sector in Need of Rebirth, Part One: On the Precipice of Change—Article from the Center for Effective Philanthropy
M. Gabriela Alcalde, MPH, DrPH , executive director of the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation, writes about how philanthropy must transform if it wants to reach its potential in supporting social change.
The 2023 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy: Charitable Giving by Affluent Households—Report from Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy
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The latest report reveals trends in philanthropic giving including the finding that most (85.1%) affluent households gave to charity in 2022, and more than a third (36.8 %) of affluent individuals volunteered their time.
Facilitating Equitable Systems Change: A Guide to Help Foundation Board Members and Executive Leadership Lead the Way—Report From Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors
This paper explores why funders should support systems change, how to go about it, and the importance of being equitable in the process.
Upcoming Events
BIPOC Leaders Peer Network: Welcome & Network Launch | Hosted by the National Center for Family Philanthropy | November 28, 2023 | 2–3 pm ET
Be a part of the inaugural BIPOC Leaders Peer Network at NCFP. This network, centering community, connection, and celebration, is designed for leaders of color in family philanthropy, including staff, trustees, and consultants.
Understanding Workforce in Native Nations and Communities: A Webinar Series | Hosted by Workforce Matters?October 18, 2023 | 3 pm ET
Strategic Lifespan Peer Network: Insights from the Kendeda Fund | Hosted by the National Center for Family Philanthropy?| October 24, 2023 | 2–3:15 pm ET
Building Public Support for a Robust and Equitable Care Infrastructure: Lessons from the Care Economy Narrative Change Landscape Snapshot | Hosted by Economic Opportunity Funders | October 26, 2023 | 2–3 pm ET
Listening and Feedback: Tools to Assess Your Philanthropy | Hosted by the National Center for Family Philanthropy?| November 9, 2023 | 12–1:15 pm ET
Overcoming Conflicting Feelings About Wealth Redistribution | Hosted by Iris Brilliant | Four part workshop on?11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6 ?2023 | 4–6 pm ET
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1 年Thank you very much for sharing the Sector in Need of Rebirth piece!