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Governance is one of the key areas that is ripe for reinvention in today’s nonprofit sector, and Mia Henry of Freedom Lifted is sparking much-needed conversation around this topic. The latest episode of the Shared Power podcast dives into common board challenges and highlights the importance of embracing dissent and finding solutions that promote transparency and shared leadership. 🎧Listen to this insightful discussion to rethink how governance can drive meaningful change! https://lnkd.in/gSMTjuds #NonprofitGovernance #NonprofitBoards

🔍 Evaluation in philanthropy doesn't have to be an either/or decision. Funders can maintain rigor while embracing trust-based values. Hub ONE loved reading this piece by Headwaters Foundation in the Center for Effective Philanthropy blog, which outlines the challenges of traditional evaluation and presents three pillars of trust-based evaluation. The article also highlights impactful work from ROBERT STERLING CLARK FOUNDATION, INC., the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project, and others. We’re excited to enter a new era of evaluation! Read the article and explore the possibilities: https://lnkd.in/g2XvmFGy #TrustBasedPhilanthropy #NonprofitEvaluation

On this World Mental Health Day, we're reminded of the struggles nonprofit workers face every day, often sacrificing their own wellbeing to serve others – while living in poverty themselves. At Hub ONE, we believe that meaningful work shouldn’t come at the expense of personal health. That’s why we’re committed to equitable pay as a key driver of worker wellbeing. Read our Pay Equity case study to learn how compensation equity can help create a healthier, more sustainable nonprofit sector. https://lnkd.in/e_nc5M8x #MentalHealthDay #PayEquity #WorkerWellbeing

🌱 Shifting mindsets in the nonprofit sector is a huge undertaking – and it takes time. Hub ONE knows this firsthand, as we’ve shared knowledge from our governance journey: https://lnkd.in/gqSMV3Tq That's why we were encouraged to see bi3 share its own journey to embrace trust-based philanthropy within its board. Transformative change is possible, but it requires dedication and openness to new approaches! https://lnkd.in/ggkUZhnJ Curious about how it’s done? Dive into the Hub ONE governance case study and bi3’s enewsletter to see evidence of what’s possible. #NonprofitLeadership #NonprofitGovernance

Trust-based philanthropy just got animated! 🎥 Thousand Currents’ new animation explains how to move beyond good intentions to transformative support. We agree that the future of philanthropy is about building stronger, more inclusive relationships! There is an urgent need to shift from transactional processes that prioritize short-term gains to relational approaches that foster trust, resilience, and long-term impact. If you're interested, read more about the strategic shifts we advocate for in our case study: https://lnkd.in/eJW4ttzK #TrustBasedPhilanthropy

☀️ As we wrap up summer and Q3, we're reflecting on some exciting progress at Hub ONE! We led several dynamic Listening Sessions in partnership with the Evaluation Lab at Western Michigan University, diving into key nonprofit challenges and opportunities. Plus, we revamped our website to better showcase our evolving mission and focus! 🍂 Looking ahead to Q4, we’re excited to continue gaining feedback from nonprofit leaders and funders. Stay tuned for more updates as we push forward together! #TrustBasedPhilanthropy

What role can technology play in the work to build trust-based philanthropy in the sector? 🤔This Submittable guide is one place to start. Using principles identified by the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project, it provides some helpful pointers for selecting a grant management software that can operationalize your values and make it easier to run a trust-based approach. https://lnkd.in/edUPK8Ny #TrustBasedPhilanthropy

On the topic of nonprofit burnout, don’t miss this episode of the #EmbodyingChange podcast! Rusty Stahl shares valuable insights on why investing in the nonprofit workforce is essential – a journey that resonates with our own experiences. 🎧Give it a listen! https://lnkd.in/eZ5NQFEN HubONE HR case study: https://lnkd.in/g-47SQfU HubONE pay equity case study: https://lnkd.in/e_nc5M8x #PayEquity #Wellbeing #NonprofitHR

“Funders need to change much more than process and paperwork. That’s not easy.” We couldn’t agree more with the insights expressed by Shaady Salehi and Ben Cairns in this Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy blog post. Transparency, mutual respect, shared power... it’s all required to build trust in our experience. https://lnkd.in/eRAsbrjp We’d love to hear your thoughts on the strategic questions posed in the blog post... please share below! . 👇 Can't wait for part two of this series! #TrustBasedPhilanthropy

We’re thrilled to see the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project take this bold step forward and even more excited to support it as champions of this work. Special shout out to Danielle Sielatycki for her partnership and dedication as part of the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project ambassador group! We fully back this vision to make #TrustBasedPhilanthropy the norm and look forward to the journey ahead. Here's to your next chapter!