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🌟 New Insights on the Power of Collective Giving! 🌟 A groundbreaking report from Philanthropy Together, titled “In Abundance: An Analysis of the Thriving Landscape of Collective Giving in the U.S.,” reveals the incredible impact of giving circles. Since 2017, nearly 4,000 groups have mobilized over 370,000 philanthropists to direct more than $3.1 billion towards vital nonprofit efforts. This isn't just about money. It's about fostering community and democracy through inclusive, grassroots philanthropy. 🤝💖 📈 Key highlights: Giving circles embed racial and ethnic equity, prioritizing support for marginalized communities. Participants are significantly engaged in civic activities, promoting social change and unity. On average, members stay involved for over seven years, creating lasting community bonds. "Collective giving is not just a side movement, it's a force to be reckoned with." - Isis Krause, Chief Strategy Officer, Philanthropy Together. Let's celebrate how collective giving nurtures connections and empowers voices. Together, we are building a more democratic, engaged, and compassionate world. ✨ Read more about this inspiring movement and how you can get involved: https://lnkd.in/ejQtrygE #Philanthropy #CommunityGiving #CivicEngagement #NonprofitSupport #TVNPA #TriValleyNonprofitAlliance #GivingCircles

Check out this great session on Indigenous Philanthropy & Self-determination!

With tighter restrictions on cross-border giving, #philanthropy faces major hurdles worldwide. Advocacy for international standards on civil society’s ability to receive and use funds is crucial to defending civic space and fostering an enabling environment for philanthropy. Here are some key insights from Casey Kelso, Senior Policy and Advocacy Officer at WINGS: - Advocacy for global standards safeguards civic space and philanthropy - Unrestricted cross-border donations empower civil society - Working with governments fosters an enabling environment for philanthropy Read more here: https://ow.ly/cwB650So0ET #LiftUpPhilanthropy PhiLab

Seventeen Sustainable Development Goals have been defined by the UN. Do you know what they are? Do you know where you most want to move the needle to create positive change in the world? SDG 17 is all about collaboration! It is one of the six core areas of change where Rugged Elegance is striving to have impact. Specifically with our movement “The Necessary Pause” and the creation of RE…the soulful network. Goal 17 - Partnerships are the glue for SDG implementation and are essential to making the fulfillment of the UN’s goals a reality. Thank you for this “Collective Giving” report, Haili. Love your / the Johnson Center’s key takeaways: 1. Collective giving is democratizing and diversifying philanthropy. 2. Collective giving greatly expands what gets funded. 3. Collective giving pushes the bounds of how philanthropy is practiced. 4. Collective giving deeply impacts members themselves. 5. Collective giving is a catalyst for social cohesion and change. Haili, thank you for your hospitality in New York during @ Forward Global’s Summit! You define radiance. We are SO aligned! P.S. Read here how we are contributing our time, talents, treasures, tithes… RuggedElegance.org • • • • • #philanthropicgiving #networkeffect #collectivegiving #forwardglobal #thenecessarypause #thesoulfulnetwork #sdg17 #halilee #radiantstrategies

Giving circles are a powerful tool to increase generosity and impact! Learn more from this groundbreaking study posted by our SaltExchange team!

A solid report from the Independent Sector. Key insights: 1. Trust in nonprofits is rebounding 2. Trust in philanthropy remains steady 3. Nonprofits are trusted more than corporations, government, or media to reduce national divisions 4. Nonprofits are not particularly trusted to advocate for public policies or conduct nonpartisan voter engagement 5. Trust in nonprofits would increase if they commit to third-party standards for ethical operations and good governance practices #Nonprofits #Philanthropy #Volunteerism #Ethics #Trust #Governance

For #foundations, #bcorpcertified companies, #nonprofits and #socialenterprise groups, the Native Americans in Philanthropy 2024 Annual Conference is an excellent opportunity to sponsor a great cause and actually connect with the Indigenous folks who are shaping philanthropy today. If you care about transforming philanthropy and communities that support each other for the greater good - you cannot miss by supporting this conference and following Native Americans in Philanthropy. #philanthropy #philanthropists #nativeamerican #changemakers

Accountability is vital for the success and sustainability of nonprofit organizations. By implementing strategies for accountability, nonprofits can foster a culture of transparency, integrity, and responsible stewardship. Additionally, nonprofits can build trust, maintain public support, and effectively fulfill their missions to create positive social impact. Take the next step in becoming more accountable. Get in touch! #PureMomentumConsulting #NonProfitLeaders #NonProfitManagement #Sustainability #BuildingCapacity #NonProfitLeadership #Philanthropy #SocialImpact #Accountability #AccountabilityImplementation

Please join me at an event on 7 March to discuss decolonising philanthropy, From the Mind to the Heart: A Discussion About Belonging, Trust-Based Philanthropy, and Decolonised Giving.   In this insightful discussion, Mide Akerewusi will share crucial findings of his recent research From the Mind to the Heart. This two-part report launched last year, explores how corporations and foundations are falling short on implementing their own principles of Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (JAIDE) in their philanthropic practices. This conversation is for grant makers and philanthropy professionals who want to change current systems and practices that exclude the full participation of talented and diverse Aboriginal, Black, and Brown people, as well as other marginalised groups.   Expanding on proven North American equity approaches, Mide will outline actionable person-centred solutions available to those who are committed to championing diversity strategies, building belonging within their organisations, empowering their philanthropy and community investment teams, and decolonising the power structures traditionally enforced by individual, corporate and foundation philanthropists.   Please register at https://lnkd.in/ex_aVqNa

“Who better than these organizations to advocate for their own communities? They know what the problems are—we don’t. We’re philanthropy, we’re sitting 30,000 feet [away], truly. Organizations that are on the ground know what’s happening. They’re in touch with their communities, and they know what needs to be done.” —Susie Sands, Vice President of the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation Philanthropy is changing. More and more, we are seeing foundations experimenting with their standard practices in order to better and more directly support the communities they seek to serve. The winning strategy? Let organizations working on the ground take the lead. At the “Democracy is Indigenous: Civic Engagement & Relationship Based Funding” breakout session at our 2024 Annual Conference, Susie Sands shared how the Wallace H. Coulter Foundation is investing in Native and AAPI communities across 28 states. By allowing local nonprofits to advocate for and execute innovative ideas, they have seen rapid and dramatic improvements across all the communities they financially support. Philanthropy has the tools; we have the knowledge. Together, we can generate the greatest impact for our communities. #NAPCON #NAPCON2024 #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous