The Philanthropist Journal

“It can be really difficult for some charities to really step out on that ledge . . . You’ve got to be prepared to be bold,” says Jen G. from Children of the Street. Three organizations share how they used visual campaigns to capture people’s attention, change attitudes and behaviours, and inspire donors. Featuring Children of the Street, a program dedicated to preventing child sexual exploitation and human trafficking; code.ngo, an international charity advancing literacy globally; and Megaphone Magazine, a Vancouver charity reshaping societal perceptions of poverty. Coverage: Amy Romer Featuring: Jen G. Lisa Lebedovich Andrea Helfer, MSW Paula Carlson https://lnkd.in/ew39upMU

👐 Upcoming partnership event! 👐 The Cultural Policy Hub is excited to be partnering with our colleagues at Press Forward to host this first-of-its-kind summit to get people excited about the future of independent journalism! The summit takes place this Saturday, October 26th at OCAD University. Click the link in Press Forward's post to register! Big thanks to our colleagues Jeanette Ageson, Brent Jolly, and Vicky Mochama, along with everyone at Press Forward for this opportunity to collaborate! Want to find out more about the summit and Press Forward's work? Check out this article from our friends at The Philanthropist Journal: https://lnkd.in/ge-gyWka.

With Canada welcoming more newcomers than ever, the non-profit sector faces pressure to not only scale up its operations but also innovate in its approaches to support and integration. Windmill Microlending's Claire Pfeiffer shares the experiences of four visionary leaders at the forefront of empowering newcomers. Featured: Uzma Bhutto, Coalition of Muslim Women of KW, Shamaila Akram, Centre for Newcomers, Suman Roy, feed scarborough food security initiative, Joanne O., Uzima Network https://lnkd.in/gs8fzTns

“If there is a bottom line to the final chapter, and to the book itself, it’s that neoliberalism isn’t going anywhere soon. Neoliberalism continues to permeate the walls of community centres, playgrounds, food banks, and health centres. It’s the leading edge of the ongoing capitalization and colonialization of space, both public and private. The non-profit sector is both buffeted by these forces and held firm by the belief in a more just and equitable society for all.” Book review by Peter R. Elson on “The Canadian Non-Profit Sector: Neoliberalism and the Assault on Community,” by Ted Richmond and John Shields. https://lnkd.in/d6FgFdsx

“When journalism is done at its best, we’re a proxy for the public. We are here to be asking questions on their behalf. And so, if they’re not there with us as we fight for our lives in some cases, then we’re not doing our jobs right.” In today’s “survival-of-the-nimblest” journalism industry, an October summit organized by media advocacy group Press Forward aims to get people excited about journalism and the future of community-centred media in Canada. https://lnkd.in/evcAib4e Coverage by Angela Long Interviews: Andrea Houston at Ricochet Media and Press Forward Canada, Vicky Mochama at Press Forward and The Resolve, Tai Huynh at The Local Mentions: Michener Prize The Sprawl Lela Savic IndigiNews Investigative Journalism Foundation The Green Line The Coast The Discourse Rasmus Kleis Nielsen Jeanette Ageson The Tyee Linda Solomon Wood Canada's National Observer Emma Gilchrist The Narwhal Inspirit Foundation

“There is a big question as to whether this will move forward, but it’s rare to find opportunities like this when we can explore an innovative idea.” The founder of a charity that promotes greater giving in Canada has proposed a mandatory “Social Sector Grant” to build capacity and impact. Is it the type of shake-up the sector needs or the scheming of someone who does not understand how the sector operates? Coverage: Tim Harper Featuring: John Hallward, Jean-Marc Mangin at Philanthropic Foundations Canada / Fondations philanthropiques Canada, Lisa Lalande, Arlene MacDonald, Janine Manning at Indigenous Peoples Resilience Fund, Bob Wyatt at The Muttart Foundation, John Pellowe at Canadian Centre for Christian Charities https://lnkd.in/eeHTZQUs

"The new Global South foundations have opportunities to leapfrog over the philanthropic sectors of the Global North with their partnerships and their digital and financial tools." Two new books explore post-pandemic developments in organized philanthropy across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. They argue the merits of a new approach to philanthropy in these regions, more strongly focused on partnerships, networks, and innovation to create more impact. Hilary Pearson reviews: Reimagining Philanthropy in the Global South: From Analysis to Action in a Post-COVID World, edited by Clare Woodcraft, Kamal Munir, and Dr Nitya Mohan Khemka. The Business of Philanthropy: Perspectives and Insights from Global Thought Leaders on How to Change the World, by Badr Jafar https://lnkd.in/e6fSnySy

Systemic inequities represent real barriers that prevent young people from reaching their full potential. Haiat Iman shares five initiatives inspired by the work of Laidlaw Foundation grantees and advisory committees that show a path forward. "Through collaboration and investment in community-driven solutions, we have the power to dismantle entrenched barriers and create opportunities for all youth to thrive." Featuring: The Assembly of Seven Generations (A7G), Endaayaan Awejaa, R.E.S.T. Centres (Restoration & Empowerment for Social Transition), Success Beyond Limits https://lnkd.in/eRTVWHbw

On Canada’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30th, 2021, One Day's Pay launched a grassroots campaign to mobilize settlers and non-Indigenous Canadians to meaningfully recognize the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools, and to honour their survivors, their families and communities.  Over the past three years, people across the country responded to One Day’s Pay's invitation to meaningfully act: raising close to $750,000 dollars for Indigenous led projects, movements, organizations and nations. As we mark our fourth year in partnership with the ODP Campaign, The Circle team is inviting our peers to support us in surpassing the one million dollar mark!

This week, Philanthropic Foundations Canada / Fondations philanthropiques Canada – a national network whose members span private and public foundations, charities, non-profits, and corporate giving programs – is hosting the Together 25 Ensemble. Sherlyn Assam spoke to Danielle Gibbie, Annauma Community Foundation, Sebastian Muermann, Fondation Chamandy Foundation, Richenda Grazette, SHIFT Centre for Social Transformation, Amanda Bernard, Laidlaw Foundation about what they hope to share with their peers. Sherlyn Assam is here covering the fundamentals stream, which focuses on making governance, grantmaking, investing, government relations, and equity more accessible to philanthropic professionals, whether their organizations are in their first or 40th year. https://lnkd.in/eJduTFHk