Today, we celebrate #Juneteenth. African Americans make up 13% of the U.S. population, but 28% of those waiting for an organ transplant. Dr. Velma Scantlebury, the first African American female transplant surgeon in the U.S., reminds us: "Increasing organ donation in minority communities is not just about numbers—it's about saving lives and giving hope to families." Your decision to sign up as a donor can save lives and bring hope to those on the transplant waiting list and their families. 💙💚 Thank you to The Association for Multicultural Affairs in Transplantation for creating the artwork to educate, honor, and celebrate Juneteenth.
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Polarity is getting us nowhere, in Israel/Gaza or in our own country. I've been a volunteer leader for decades in the nonprofit organization Family and Home Network. We believe, as renowned children's doctors T.Berry Brazelton and Stanley I. Greenspan wrote, "In order to protect the future for one child, we must protect it for all children." This is the most hopeful article I've read on Israel/Gaza, and the organization founded in 2015 to work together for a shared future - Standing Together: https://lnkd.in/gxz5DSYC
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An ally is someone who stands up when others are sitting down, speaks when others are silent, and acts when others look away. 🤝 Last week, I had the privilege of attending the Philanthropy Roundtable Annual Conference in Southern California, a gathering of dedicated business leaders and philanthropists who share a common commitment to advancing liberty, opportunity, and personal responsibility through their charitable giving. The discussions and insights shared during this event were not only inspiring but also a testament to the immense potential of philanthropy to drive positive change. What was truly heartening was the support exhibited by these visionary leaders for Israel and its people, underlining the profound significance of the U.S.-Israel alliance. 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇱 Amidst the current heartbreaking situation in Israel, it is imperative that we emphasize the value of alliances and partnerships in combating antisemitism beyond the Jewish community. The fight against this hatred is not one that can be waged in isolation, and it's vital for all of us to recognize that antisemitism is a global threat that impacts us all. By working together, we can aspire to a future where hate, extremism, and antisemitism are eradicated. Let's stand together, speak out, and take action against hatred and discrimination, for the benefit of all humanity. #Allyship #Philanthropy #EndAntisemitism #StandWithIsrael
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Check out this article that addresses the crucial topic of reparations for Black communities and why philanthropists committed to advancing racial equity should be actively engaged. #RacialEquity #Philanthropy #CommunityChange Dive more into this discussion here: https://ow.ly/oENr50Q4AQj
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🌍💖 Join Us in Honoring National Minority Donor Awareness Month! 💖🌍 This August, we unite to raise awareness about the critical need for organ, eye, and tissue donations in our multicultural communities. One Voice. One Vision. To heal and save lives. Did you know that over half of those waiting for life-saving transplants come from diverse backgrounds? Communities of color face unique challenges, and we must work together to combat misconceptions and encourage donation. Here’s why this matters: 🔹 African Americans represent 28.7% of transplant candidates but only 12.5% of organ donors. 🔹 Asian American & Pacific Islander communities are significantly impacted by liver disease, yet they account for just 3.3% of donors. 🔹 Native Americans face diabetes at higher rates, with fewer registered as donors than those in need of transplants. 🔹 LatinX individuals make up 20% of transplant waitlists, yet many are unaware of the support from the Catholic Church for organ donation. At Gift of Life, we believe that by sharing these truths and inspiring action, we can change lives. 💚 Be inspired. Understand the truth. Make a difference. 💚
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For 2,000 years, Christians have been known for their care of children and mothers who need it most. Read this week's blog to learn three ways we can carry on this legacy as champions of the sanctity of human life: https://lnkd.in/gWutmGd6 #orphancare #advocate #nonprofit
Renewing the Christian Legacy of Care for Orphans
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Lisa Eisen, Co-President of Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, encourages Jewish funders to stay focused, committed and courageous in this fraught moment. "Ceding our spot at the table of humanity will not serve us, now or in the future. Our job as funders and practitioners is not to unravel the sacred bonds of our tribal and prophetic responsibilities, but rather to hold both. To choose both." Explore Lisa's insights on how Jewish values can guide funders on a path forward ➡ https://lnkd.in/eHSRPPez.
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ICYMI: A new issue of #Insights unpacks findings from the 2024 Giving USA, which shows ongoing declines in charitable donations to #religion, mirroring broader reductions in religious attendance and overall giving. These trends challenge leaders of faith-based organizations, clergy, and donor networks to develop innovative strategies to navigate and respond to the shifting landscape of #faith and #philanthropy. 🤔 What can leaders on the ground do in response to these changes? Read more in the latest issue of our newsletter 👉 https://lnkd.in/gSFXZab4 #LakeInstitute #LakeInsights #FaithandGiving
Talking about the State of Faith and Giving
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Supporting philanthropy, impact investing and social enterprise, especially in wealth management and client services, climatetech and travel and tourism.
Worth a look, given the implications of the US elections to come: learn the ins and outs of political giving, with starter guidance on the rules/options, budget and strategy, and races. And for a look at the 4B tonnes of CO2 climate impact at the Presidential level, see Carbon Brief's analysis: https://lnkd.in/gN27vGGm
As a result of lots of demand and questions from clients and peers, our team at Phīla decided to put together a webinar and a workbook on political giving. In February we hosted our event with experts on the topic. We’re very excited to share this wonderful resource with our community and hope it is useful in thinking about political giving in 2024! Shout out to the wonderful moderators and speakers who made for a great discussion: Janell Turner (formerly Johnson), CAP® Sofia Michelakis Jamie Van Horne Robinson Dionne Foster Kevin Geiger Alexandra Acker-Lyons Watch the webinar and download the political giving webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gtvB-iEm #philanthropy #politicalgiving
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What does Jewish peoplehood look like during war times? Coordinators from the Israeli youth organizations and COYO's staff participated in our partners'- The World Zionist Organization , unique conference, "The Heshel Conference on Jewish Peoplehood and Israel Diaspora Relations in wartime". For several years, the youth organizations in Israel have been deepening and working to increase Jewish peoplehood, and in this complex period, there are many questions about its design and visibility. "Jewish peoplehood is the ability to maintain Jewish unity and Israeli unity, and yes, it is the basis of our existence," said Dr. Yizhar Hess, vice chairman of the World Zionist Organization, an ally who delivered a particularly fascinating lecture on this subject. COYO will increase its efforts so that Israeli youths will recognize the importance of connection and connection to Diaspora Jewry in general, and North and South America in particular. if you are interested in donating to the activities of the children and youth organizations and strengthening the relationship with the Diaspora, click here > https://lnkd.in/dgCe9CGa
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Curious what MBTI investigators and #physicians accomplished this past year? Check out this annual report on the activities and achievements fueled by #philanthropy in 2023: https://lnkd.in/gVrDpzHY. #Donor #Appreciation #BrainTumorCommunity #BrainTumor #Breakthroughs #TeamScience #NewYear #StewardshipReport
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