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Funders need to create alliances and networks of organizations working towards sustainable progress. We have the potential to rectify unjust systems and advance equity through collective efforts, community participation, and the amalgamation of diverse voices into one ecosystem. Read Sandra Witt's — Managing Director of Power Infrastructure, Program & Partnerships, The California Endowment — enlightening op-ed, "Building Community Power is The Key to Equity and Justice in California," to learn more about how philanthropy can approach transformational long-term changes through power building and investing in the communities we serve. https://buff.ly/3OnPGRu #CommunityEngagement #EquityInAction

We’re pleased to share a new impact report for the East Metro Main Street Economic Revitalization Program, which supported 42 Saint Paul nonprofits and businesses that faced immense challenges the past four years due to the pandemic, civil unrest and other obstacles. With support from F. R. Bigelow Foundation and other funding partners, the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development granted $3.7 million to nonprofits and $3.3 million to businesses in the Snelling-University-Rice Cultural District, the East Side community and along West Seventh Street in Saint Paul. 100% of the funded projects serve communities that have been historically under- and dis-invested by traditional funding, and 85% of the projects are owned or led by people of color. We’re proud to have been a partner in this program and support the vitality of East Metro communities. Read more about the projects and their impact → https://hubs.ly/Q02x4vmn0 #EastMetroMainStreet #SaintPaul #CommunityDevelopment #StPaulMN

IN THE NEWS: The newly formed, private, nonprofit countywide economic development organization is dedicated to encouraging growth and prosperity in conjunction with local, regional, and statewide economic development and philanthropic organizations and public sector leaders. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gVvcy-dr #economicdevelopment #loraincounty #ohio #oneloraincounty

Are you a business or enterprising non-profit organization impacted by recent disasters and the continued transformation of the economic landscape in BC? My Community Futures offers a menu of supports free of charge, including: ✔️10 hours working with a consultant to grow your skills and business ✔️6 months of advice and problem-solving conversations with like-minded business owners ✔️Up to $5,000 reimbursement for training to grow and pivot your business ✔️Unlimited access to professional workshops to help you and your team build and grow skills for success Learn more below. #businesssupport #training #freeresource #businessrecovery

We are leaning in and committing to adapting and evolving our practice...because you said so! https://lnkd.in/di6yAgHR #economicjustice #economicequity #wealthbuilding #systemschange

As a funders collaborative that has raised over $50 million from 160 donors, We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery (led by The Chicago Community Trust) has been able to invest in more than 40 real estate development projects in the past three years. This model also affords a multifaceted evaluation that’s helping us understand the impact of place-based investment. For example, with evaluation partner Mastercard Data Services, we’re learning more about the importance of developing along and near commercial corridors. New investments on bustling corridors like Ogden Avenue in North Lawndale, 47th Street in Back of the Yards, and Chicago Avenue in Austin can spark exponential economic benefits. That’s because when a new business or community facility opens and draws new traffic, those consumers have the “opportunity to spend,” and do just that. Increased spending in the areas near We Rise Together investments has proven to be correlated with the presence of many nearby pre-existing businesses. As more of the projects We Rise Together has invested in open their doors, we will continue to share what we’re learning through our ongoing evaluation. #Chicago #Philanthropy #WeRiseWednesdays

For me, giving back isn't just a philosophy; it's a commitment I hold close. Through Christie's International Sereno's 1% For Good initiative, a portion of my earnings from every sale flows back into our local communities, leaving a meaningful impact where it's needed most. Since 2012, this incredible program has rallied over $1 million for Bay Area nonprofits, shaping lives, and uplifting neighborhoods. This isn't just about real estate; it's about building stronger, brighter communities. It's about recognizing that every transaction holds the potential for positive change beyond property lines. The joy of finding a perfect home for you also becomes an opportunity to contribute to something bigger, to create ripples of positivity where they matter most. Join me in this meaningful journey through real estate. Together, let's not just find your dream home, but let's also transform lives and communities along the way. Your investment isn't just in property; it's in the positive transformation of the places we call home. Let's make a difference, one home at a time!

I am excited to share my first evaluation report as a digital story! This story seeks to uplift the talent, wisdom, and resilience of the community of Salinas. The story shines a light on a philanthropic model that places trust in the community and is responsive to the complexities associated with influencing systemic change. Finally, this story represents a significant leap into my Glazed Doughnut practice - intent on humanizing our pursuit of change - and away from the Frosted Cake's dominant paradigm of conventional strategic planning, evaluation, and reporting. https://lnkd.in/eQ4nNS-K

How We're Building a Brighter Pontiac - One Initiative at a Time At Pontiac Community Foundation, we don't just identify problems - we solve them. Here's how: ☑ We tackle Pontiac's most pressing issues ☑ From transportation to housing, we're on it. ☑ We connect residents to transformative opportunities ☑ Because everyone deserves a chance to thrive. ☑ We invest in community leaders and organizations ☑ Empowering those who empower others. Through grant-making, partnerships, and fiscal sponsorship, we're creating a network of change-makers across Pontiac. Ready to be part of the change? Tell us which initiative speaks to you most! #PCFinAction #CommunityImpact #PontiacForward