Overlake Medical Center & Clinics’ Post

I’m really in awe to see so many wealthy women organizing and chairing events for Hawai’i (*insert group*) for Harris. It got me thinking- how powerful it could be to also focus on increasing the involvement of diverse women in local politics right here in Hawai’i. In the lead-up to this year's primary elections, female candidates raised an average of $23,492, while men raised twice as much. The largest gap between male and female candidates was in individual contributions, where women raised only 23% of total individual donations. There’s a strong focus on advocating for a female president but it raises the question: how do you address the treatment of women in leadership positions within your own local community? Within your organization? High-profile advocacy is very demure, very classy… But I hope the commitment for progress isn’t just a trend/ cause du jour but something that sticks and drives lasting impact, both nationally and locally.

Pride Month is right around the corner, and straight-led organizations flock to the closest queer person or nonprofit to put on an event to attract LGBTQIA+ people to their cause. 🙋♀️ While the intentions are good, most of these organizations don’t even have queer people on their board, or collect LGBTQIA+ data, or even know where to find them…. And that’s ok! It’s a lot to learn and we appreciate your efforts. 🫶 But it’s time to do more and do better. You can start your journey here! 🤩 ✍️My article “Get Q’d In: Advance Your Mission By Engaging LGBTQIA+ Donors” is now available online via Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global)’s Advancing Philanthropy! 🤓 💡The article is your guide on quick tips for long-term engagement from one of the most sought-after communities. 👀 🏳️🌈Take your feel-good one-off Pride events and turn your efforts into a sustainable constituency of the most loyal people you’ll ever engage. 🔄 💬After you read it, sound off in the comments — what more do you want to know? We’re just getting started.👇 https://lnkd.in/g43WVpmG

Investing in children is one of the most powerful ways to create a fairer, more equitable future. 📚 We sat down with Ms. Carla Haddad Mardini, Director of UNICEF's Private Fundraising and Partnerships Division, who discussed the transformative impact of philanthropic investments in children. Ms. Mardini explained how UNICEF's integrated approach to philanthropy not only supports children, but also strengthens communities and economies. By focusing on investments in child health, education, and rights, philanthropists can unlock significant returns and drive systemic change. She also highlighted the #UNICEFInternationalCouncil, a global network of over 135 members committed to advancing children's futures through collective investment and advocacy. Watch the full conversation to learn more about the critical role of philanthropy in building a better future for generations to come. 🌟 UNICEF East Asia and Pacific #PAAChats #Philanthropy #UNICEF #ChildRights #GlobalImpact #Leadership #Giving

Discover the key strategies for building diverse and equitable nonprofit boards in this insightful panel discussion featuring sector experts. Watch the discussion at

🌟 We dream of a fairer, brighter future for every child—a future where every boy and girl receives the support, care, and opportunities they need to thrive. Investing in programmes for children is key to achieving this vision. 🌍 As Carla Haddad Mardini, Director of Private Fundraising and Partnerships at UNICEF, shared in her recent conversation with Philanthropy Asia Alliance, "Investing in solutions for children yields the highest public returns, with the potential to generate growth and jobs." By strengthening systems for children, we uplift entire communities and economies. 🤝 Discover how the positive ripple effects of philanthropic partnerships with UNICEF and #UNICEFInternationalCouncil extend far and wide, strengthening society and creating a better future #ForEveryChild.

It's 10 days until International Women's Day! Here are three ideas on how you can invest in women 🌠 1) Give power back to women experiencing domestic violence by becoming a HER Board sponsor. Women need a steady, stable organisation and ongoing support to leave domestic violence behind. Join us at herboard.org.au. 2) Organise your own fundraiser. Giving collectively allows your impact to be that much greater. This year, 4FivePlus Collective are cycling around Perth in the morning of IWD to raise donations for Luma! 3) Be part of the conversation. We've come a long way with women's rights. But we still have a long way to go. We believe that change starts here. It starts with us. It starts with a conversation. We'll be joining the conversation and sharing our perspective on March 8th, with our counsellors, nurses, executives and health workers sharing their ideas on how we can all invest more into women and girls. #Luma #IWD2024 #Investinwomen

Check out our co-founders in this upcoming conversation!

Discover the power of nonprofits dedicated to supporting women! 🌟 This article highlights 13 incredible organizations making a difference by empowering women and addressing critical needs. From career development to health and safety, these nonprofits are champions for change. Explore how these organizations are transforming lives and consider how you can get involved or support their mission. Every contribution counts! #Nonprofits #WomenEmpowerment #SupportWomen #CommunityImpact https://lnkd.in/eRKvR4Ju

Thanks so much to Streetlamp Creative for sponsoring this month’s chapter meeting, and to Liz Loreti for speaking to us about women in philanthropy. Here are a few takeaways: ➔ In 90% of high net-worth households, women are either the primary decision maker or an equal partner in philanthropic giving. Development teams should implement strategies that account for the potential of female funders. ➔ To address the underrepresentation of women in senior leadership positions at nonprofits, organizations should focus on providing mentorship, disrupting male-centric norms, and pushing for women to be promoted at the same rates as men. ➔ Women are often motivated by a desire to improve their communities. They tend to give more frequently and are more likely to make long-term charitable commitments. They also frequently include their children in philanthropic decision making, creating a sustainable pipeline of support. To stay on top of trends relevant to nonprofits and fundraisers, don’t miss our monthly chapter meetings. Learn more by visiting: https://bit.ly/49bCE0U

Starting in just over an hour! If you are a white woman working in/with the nonprofit sector, you do not want to miss this free session: “CCF Principles for White Women in Nonprofits.”