The GEO community makes the difference between grantmaking as usual and transformational change. We’re more than 6,000 grantmakers working together to turn a hunger for more effective philanthropy into clear pathways for achieving it. We’re cutting through the noise to lift up the practices that matter most to nonprofits. The GEO community gives grantmakers the opportunity to work with others navigating the same journey to improve. With conferences focused on solving of-the-moment challenges, regular opportunities for peer learning, and publications that lift up best practice and examples from peers, GEO speeds grantmakers’ progress on the road to effectiveness. Four out of five GEO members outpace the field in adopting smarter grantmaking practices. To learn more about how GEO is making faster progress possible, visit www.geofunders.org.
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Join Center for Disaster Philanthropy this Thursday, October 3rd for a webinar on how funders can support recovery efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene
Register now: We are hosting a webinar focused on #Hurricane #Helene to discuss the most urgent and ongoing needs in affected communities. We will also discuss how funders can support recovery. Learn more about this event on Oct. 3 at 1 p.m. https://bit.ly/4gEKllg #CDP4Recovery #disaster #webinar
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In this time of need, we want to bring our members and friends information on how best to support our members, their families and the communities in Western North Carolina following the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Follow NCNG's website for ways to help and support Western NC: https://lnkd.in/ebaMy3SE
The deadline for 2025 Learning Conference RFP has been extended to Sunday, September 29 at 11:59 p.m. ET! Don’t miss your chance to share your expertise and ideas. Submit your proposal today. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/erem7Hcn. #GEOLearn25 #Philanthropy #RFP
The Irvine Foundation’s Fair Work initiative listened to dozens of nonprofit leaders who said diversifying funding and revenue streams was a critical need, leading to this report. Read more about the research and key findings in the blog post: https://irvine.ly/3MOjoOs #SustainableFunding #FundraisingStrategy #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #ListentoNonprofitLeaders
We're excited to announce that the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the 2025 GEO Learning Conference is officially open! 🌟 We invite thought leaders and innovators in philanthropy to submit proposals for select breakout sessions that push the boundaries of learning and evaluation. This is your opportunity to influence the future of the sector. Deadline for submissions is Monday, September 23 at 11:59 p.m. ET. Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3XfTZlm. Please share with your networks! #GEOLearn25 #Philanthropy #Innovation #RFP
Ready to elevate your commitment to your grantee partners and community? Register today for our virtual series on Community-Driven Philanthropy! Secure your spot today to join us September 5th for the first of six highly-interactive learning sessions. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eDzbYb4s
💻 Perspectives: New on the GEO Blog Centering Humanity in Philanthropy by Vicky Stott, Senior Program Office at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Vicky shares insights on how we can center humanity in our work while engaging and supporting communities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eE4szny7
Registration is LIVE for our Fall Community-Driven Philanthropy Remote Learning Series! 🚀 This unique peer learning opportunity fills up fast, so sign up today. Unsure if it's the right fit? Join our Informational Webinar on August 21st at noon ET to get all your questions answered. We'll cover the curriculum, program structure, and what to expect from this powerful experience. Register for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/e3Cz4egz #philanthropy #communitydriven #learning
Join GEO and FSG for this interactive panel discussion with funders who are advancing community leadership and supporting the capacity of entire ecosystems to create change featuring GEO CEO and President, Marcus Walton!
HAPPENING TOMORROW 📣 Funders across the country are embracing the power of ecosystems for social change. Join FSG and Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) on August 20 from 2:00-3:15PM ET to explore this topic further. We are holding an interactive discussion with funders who are advancing community leadership and supporting the capacity of entire ecosystems to create change. Panelists: ⭐John Harper, CEO, FSG ⭐Joshua Hearne, Program Director and Senior Program Officer, Danville Regional Foundation ⭐Jessica Kaczmarek, Initiative Director, Priority Communities, The James Irvine Foundation ⭐ Marcus Walton, President and CEO, Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) Register here: https://lnkd.in/eKGA945p
We’re partnering with North Carolina Network of Grantmakers for Exploring Culture to Effectively Reach Your Mission, an interactive, full-day workshop on Tuesday, October 1st in Durham, North Carolina. Book your travel and register here: https://lnkd.in/ed6_xtjZ