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If a grantmaking approach seems stagnant, knowledge work can encourage exploration and creativity. If philanthropic strategy is shifting quickly to the next “new” thing, knowledge work can hold steady while embodying change. Check out tomorrow's webinar on this emerging trend in grantmaking: 

It’s summer, and fundraising typically slows down over the next couple of months. Slower months make GREAT planning months. This guide is packed with insights and thought stimulating questions to get you thinking about how to maximize your impact come fall - our BUSIEST fundraising season with the most opportunity! Now is the time to prepare!

As you pursue relationships that lead to greater philanthropic investment in the social impact you care about most, consider the act of relationship-building through a more expansive lens.

Unlock key industry benchmarks and insights tailored for lean foundations with the #2024FOMR! Discover valuable data on grantmaking, operations, and management to enhance your philanthropic impact. Download now: https://bit.ly/3vw9d8Y

We're delving into the topic of collaborative funds in the most recent publication from Panorama's Collaborative Learning for Impact Philanthropy initiative. So, what exactly is a collaborative fund? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TUv6eL

Discover how lean funders catalyze change! Dive into this blog on developing knowledge and relationships to drive impact on priority issues. Empower your philanthropic journey with valuable insights >> https://bit.ly/3ujouwn

To be effective, NCFP believes funders must employ four principles: accountability, equity, relationships, and reflection and learning. We talked to four NCFP members about how each principle is being practiced by family philanthropies and why these principles matter. Read the conversations below: 🔷 Ashley Blanchard and Miki Akimoto on how the Hill-Snowdon Foundation has evolved its practices to prioritize accountability. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/e2tXBhjv 🔷 Diana Heath and June Wilson on the benefits—and challenges—of incorporating an equity lens across all funding practices and approaches. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/ea6Eh9be 🔷 Emerald Adeyemi, CFRE and Don Chen on the importance of reflection and learning in in an effort to have an even greater impact. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eEpb33Sk 🔷 Sokol Shtylla and Erin Borla explore how the Roundhouse Foundation centers relationships in the pursuit of more effective and transformative family philanthropy. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/enJN8PMy

To be able to use wealth for good is a powerful tool.

AFN’s issue briefs, webinars, and events are resources for #funders seeking to deepen their understanding of asset-building issues and philanthropic investment strategies. These informative pieces play a pivotal role in catalyzing progress within the field, shedding light on the latest strategies and emerging interventions, all with a sharp focus on actionable philanthropic roles. View the issue briefs or explore “A ‘Brief’ History of AFN”, to view the briefs by year, where each brief represents a step towards greater impact and #equity in our communities: https://loom.ly/O8sN49E #philanthropy #assetfunders

If a grantmaking approach seems stagnant, knowledge work can encourage exploration and creativity. If philanthropic strategy is shifting quickly to the next “new” thing, knowledge work can hold steady while embodying change. Check out or upcoming webinar on this emerging trend in grantmaking: