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How do you develop a philanthropic funding model that brings together philanthropists and 60 Indigenous ranger teams to deliver globally significant, nature positive projects? For the Indigenous Desert Alliance (IDA), the model needs to be “responsive to servicing the strategic aspirations of Traditional Owners in the Desert to care for their Country”. We teamed up with IDA to design a philanthropic model for landscape-scale, Indigenous-led conservation, and develop a business plan to support the funds implementation. Find the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/gYwYhPUQ

Transforming Our Future with ESG 🌱 Today at Spencer Ogden, as we acknowledge Global Turtle Day 🐢, we're reminded of the delicate balance within our ecosystems and how our actions reverberate through the environment. #GlobalTurtleDay isn't just about these ancient mariners; it's a call to step up our ESG objectives. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aren't just buzzwords—they're the pillars guiding us towards a sustainable future. As we embark on this journey, we've committed to three core objectives: 1. Minimise our Carbon Footprint 🌍 - We're reducing energy usage and waste in every office, reminding us that small changes aggregate into significant impacts. 2. Empower Communities 🤝 - Through local partnerships and volunteering, we're not just fostering change; we're part of it. 3. Uphold Transparency ✨ - We believe in the power of openness, providing clear ESG metrics and progress reports to all stakeholders. This Global Turtle Day, let's channel the steadfast perseverance of turtles as we strive to create a greener, more equitable world. Every step we take echoes through our global community and across our shared home. I personally support the Sayulita Turtle Camp in Mexico. A local charity supporting the preservation of Olive Ridley Turtles. I have included their donation link if you want to join me in supporting them. What are your ideas for driving ESG initiatives forward? Drop a comment below! 🌟 #ESG #Sustainability #FutureIsNow

How can the world’s richest individuals help protect the ocean? This was the hot topic of discussion during an Ocean Philanthropy session at Monaco Ocean Week. Read here https://lnkd.in/d__m3hUu

Despite the climate impacts we all face, only 3% of all philanthropy goes to the environment 💸 Here’s why non-profit EarthShare believes we should all care about investing in the environment: 💚 When we invest in our environment, we're investing in our communities, health, and ourselves. Our environment impacts every aspect of our lives and well-being. 🌻 Environmental issues are deeply interconnected. Even local environmental initiatives create ripple effects that benefit communities in areas like health, food security, climate resilience, and more. 🌳 Investing in forest restoration now can have a huge payoff. In 20 years, new-growth forests could absorb enough carbon to offset 1/3 of emissions needed to avoid climate catastrophe. If you want to support EarthShare's vital work towards the United Nations #30x30 target of protecting 30% of lands and waters by 2030, donate here ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3W8G9T4 #climatechange #environmentalism

Last year, I traveled to Southern Kenya and Chyulu Hills to check out a community-led carbon credit project we support. I left energized. Not only is the landscape, but local communities are reaping the rewards. Families have the resources to send their kids to school; those schools can provide needed meals; farmers can withstand periodic drought; rangers remain paid during fluctuations in tourism revenues. It was gratifying to witness.   One of our Indigenous partners, the Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust, shared a striking figure with me. Five years ago, 80 percent of the community's funding came from philanthropy, and 20 percent from carbon revenue. Today, this has been reversed: Carbon has now supplanted philanthropy and will continue to do so for decades to come.  The landscape and its people, along with conservation activities, are nearly self-sustaining.    Indigenous peoples and local communities—such as those in Chyulu Hills—are stewards of nature that the entire world relies on. Through carbon credits, they are accessing an entirely new source of income and incentivizing protection and restoration rather than destruction. This is a path to lasting, inclusive conservation—the kind that helps people and nature prosper together. https://lnkd.in/eA5gSt4p

Billionaire pledges tend to grab the headlines, but is this really the biggest story in conservation philanthropy? Check out the recording from Mongabay's first webinar for #journalists of 2024, in which I had the pleasure of participating along with Michael Kavate (staff writer at Inside Philanthropy) and host Mike DiGirolamo. A key running theme of our conversation? Follow the money, and follow the power. Together, we delved into topics such as: 🗞 Moving beyond the headlines of big philanthropic pledges and getting into the weeds of where the funding is coming from and how the philanthropy is structured, who is making decisions about how the funding should be used and by whom, and what are the nuts and bolts of the funding itself. On the latter, a key question for journalists to explore is whether there are enough checks and balances for transparency and accountability in the big NGOs that receive tens of millions of dollars per grant, and whether (the comparatively tiny) funding for community-based, grassroots and movement organisations is primarily for flexible core support and with minimal administrative burden. (cc Trust-Based Philanthropy Project) 🌱 The incredible diversification and growth of funds and funding mechanisms that are created and led by the communities they serve, including Indigenous-led funds (such as Cultural Survival's Keepers of the Earth Fund, the Ayni Fund, the Nusantara Fund in Indonesia, and the Podaali Fund in Brazil), feminist funds, and funds focused on grassroots and frontline communities of colour. This is arguably the most exciting development in philanthropy and full of countless inspiring stories for #solutionsjournalism! International Funders for Indigenous Peoples' working group on Indigenous-led funds is a great place to start. 🐾 Why we should broaden our understanding of what "conservation philanthropy" is and entails, given the deep interconnections between the climate and biodiversity crises and between #humanrights and #environmentaljustice. For example, funding for Indigenous Peoples who are defending their territories of life against mining and fossil fuel industries, and funding for territory-based cultural practices and subsistence livelihoods are directly contributing to conservation and should (in my opinion) be considered part of "conservation funding". (cc Environmental Defenders Collaborative) 🤝 The importance of peer learning and exchange with and among those in philanthropy, and open and honest debate, reflection and reporting on how philanthropic pledges are being put into practice. We mentioned the Forest Tenure Funders Group as an example of philanthropic leaders changing the system from within. (cc David Kaimowitz Kevin Currey) Thanks again to Mike and Mongabay for the opportunity to share some insights from our collective work! #journalism #professionaldevelopment #philanthropy #conservation

🌳 New Forests, New Future: How Plant One is Restoring Cornwall's Lost Woodlands 🌳 Carl Rowlinson, founder of Plant One CIC, is on a mission to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss by planting new woodlands and restoring natural habitats across the southwest of England. 🌍 Starting as an arborist, Carl’s passion for trees and conservation led him to create a community-driven movement. With Cornwall’s canopy cover down to just 8% (from a historic 98%), this project is helping combat the crisis. 🌿 Through Crowdfunder UK, Plant One raised over £30,000, including £19,000 from match funding by Aviva Community Fund and Cornwall Council's Climate & Nature Fund. This has been vital in powering their mission. “It’s not just about planting trees—it’s about restoring entire ecosystems and building a more sustainable future,” Carl says. Carl’s vision is personal. He imagines walking with his grandchildren through woodlands he helped create. 🌳👨👩👦 👥 Get involved! Whether you're a business, landowner, or volunteer, there's a place for you to help create these forests for future generations. Check out the inspiring video as Crowdfunder's Tom Wood speaks to Carl and his work, and if you're ready to make an impact, visit Crowdfunder to launch your own project! 🌲 Let’s plant the future, one tree at a time. #PlantOne #Crowdfunder #TreePlanting #EcosystemRestoration

The time to make a difference is now. Your donation today can change lives tomorrow. Link in bio💚 #Ecofutures #environmental #sustainable #sustainability #greenliving #ecofriendly #climateaction #gogreen #sustainableliving #ecoproject #saveourplanet #ecoawareness #environmentalprotection #sustainablefuture #greeninnovation #sustaintheplanet #sustainourfuture #planet #future #FutureGenerations #ActNow #DonateNow #DonateToday

Can collaboration between the philanthropic, public, and private sectors be a game-changer for conservation? We caught up with Dr. M Sanjayan, CEO of Conservation International, to explore this question. Dr. Sanjayan shared insights on the Blue Nature Alliance, highlighting how such partnerships have supercharged ocean conservation efforts. 🌊 He explained the unique dynamics at play when different sectors unite for a common goal and noted that philanthropy can help us hedge risks and innovate. He also discussed emerging trends in philanthropy, including a shift towards calculated risks and empowering local communities. Discover how innovative multi-sector partnerships are driving large-scale impact and why philanthropy is essential in fostering conservation efforts. Watch the full video below 👇 Conservation International Asia-Pacific #Philanthropy #PublicPrivatePartnerships #Conservation #Innovation #BlueNatureAlliance #Sustainability #PAAChats

✨ Join us for an upcoming webinar! ✨ Register now: https://lnkd.in/dzH_sVn6 Philanthropy has faced its fair share of critiques, with important questions being raised about philanthropic wealth and how decision-making structures are far removed from the communities it supports. Despite their direct role and impact in biodiversity conservation and climate mitigation, less than 2.9% of philanthropic funding reaches Indigenous and local communities directly. Unlike previous efforts to ‘shift power’ by including Indigenous Peoples in decision-making, Indigenous-led funds represent an even deeper example of shifting decision-making directly into the hands of social movements. What are the challenges and opportunities to this method of shifting power?