Leading Forward

Transitions are never easy... but they can be intentional.

Want a peak behind the curtain of a nonprofit #LeadershipTransition? Curious about the numerous ways funders can show up for grantees during the process? Check out our latest Perspectives blog post, co-written by Equal Justice USA's outgoing & incoming EDs Jamila Hodge & Shari Silberstein. It illuminates how thoughtful shifts in philanthropic approach can not only support but also fortify nonprofits during times of vulnerability, making the process much smoother. Dive into their unique insights and perspectives here: https://bit.ly/4eQz7c4

Investing in leadership development is crucial for the sustainability and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations. This piece by Daniel Lee for National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy advocates for foundation staff and boards to embrace continuous support for leadership development for its nonprofit partners. "..leadership development holds enormous potential to increase social impact on multiple levels of the larger systems we seek to transform." To read more, link to this article from our funder resource hub: https://lnkd.in/eBnhbUqd #LFResourceHub

💠 FUNDING & COACHING OPPORTUNITY💠 Are you leading a nonprofit that works to improve educational outcomes for low-income New Yorkers? If so, applications are now open for The EGF Accelerator Fellows Program! Click the 🔗 more info about this remote leadership incubator: https://lnkd.in/eE5iQfTj Application deadline: October 31, 2024 #leadershipdevelopment #funding #coaching

It's vital that we prioritize the well-being of our grantee staff who are on the front lines and address the high rates of burnout they're experiencing. A new snapshot report from the Center for Effective Philanthropy sheds light on how foundations understand this issue and are taking meaningful steps to support the well-being of their grantees’ teams. Take a look! https://lnkd.in/etkqaYcY #LFResourceHub

It's not too late to sign up for our next virtual #CommunityofPractice meeting! These quarterly meetings focus on peer-to-peer exchanges around a specific topic related to leadership transitions. Meeting Topic: "Capacity Building INCLUDES Supporting Leadership Transitions" 💠 Thursday, September 19, 2024 💠 2:00 pm ET 💠 RSVP to receive meeting access https://lnkd.in/d3KXDQWT Next Session Topic: Many funders include #capacitybuilding funding for their nonprofit partners in their funding strategies and portfolios. Yet, few include leadership transitions as part of that work. What could it look like if instead, funders normalized transitions and saw them as part of an organization’s life cycle? We’ll be joined by Hana Sun to talk about transitions as a part of capacity building and what that support might look like.  She’ll also share lessons learned from her work with over 20 organizations in transition captured in the recent Cricket Island Foundation report she co-authored, "Supporting Nonprofit Leadership Transitions: A Foundation's Journey" #LeadershipTransition #philanthropy

"There is a vital need to commit or recommit to investing in BIPOC-led nonprofits, especially those engaged in racial justice work. While large, one-time gifts — like those often made when racial disparities make the news — can be transformative, stability is also critical to long-term success." Aisha Benson's recent piece in The Chronicle of Philanthropy lays out several key actions #philanthropy should take to SUSTAIN investment and support for #nonprofits that serve and are led by people of color.   "Community-based nonprofits are trusted and critical providers of social services; demand doesn’t pull back when funding does." Which one of her 5 "Rs" most aligns with your organization's funding strategy?? https://lnkd.in/exKXty2Z

We're delighted to share the relaunch of the Leading Forward Community of Practice, a vibrant group of dedicated and passionate #funders and philanthropic #intermediaries committed to learning how to better support nonprofit #LeadershipTransitions, particularly those involving leaders of color. This new online forum, powered by Google Groups, replaces our previous platform as the place to ask questions, share better practices & insights, access resources, and more! Sign up TODAY --> https://lnkd.in/ePhq3Ymk

🗞️🚀 Exciting News! 🚀🗞️ Our latest newsletter is out and it's packed with insights and updates that you won't want to miss! 🌟 In this edition, you'll find: 🔹A quick look back👀: Catch up on what's been happening in Leading Forward funder spaces. 🔹Upcoming Events: Mark your 📆 for can't-miss [online & in-person] opportunities to connect and learn with peer funders. 🔹Perspectives' blog🔎: Read excerpts from our latest blog post on supporting "Trust-based Transitions". Also, join us in celebrating one of our founding steering committee members as she transitions out of her role. 🔹Resources: Explore the latest additions to our curated #resource hub, designed specifically for funders, nonprofits, & boards. #LeadershipTransition

We encourage funders to foster an open dialogue with #grantee partners and actively support them BEFORE, DURING and AFTER a nonprofit #LeadershipTransition. 🌟Don't miss Cricket Island Foundation's new report 📚"Supporting Nonprofit Leadership Transitions: A Foundation's Journey" for grantee-driven insights & accessible #funder recommendations for doing this work. https://lnkd.in/etA2PSmg