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Our latest report, Living with Pocket Change, shows that sustainable change requires moving beyond social justice trends - and repositioning philanthropy to give women and nonbinary leaders of color the resources and care they need. The report is the latest continuation of their Pocket Change series, the first of which identified that women and girls of color only received $5.48 of philanthropic funding each per year. Read more in the report: https://bit.ly/3T3DjgC

As we wrap up the week, let’s highlight an important shift in the world of giving. Women are increasingly at the forefront of philanthropy, driving impactful change and redefining how we approach fundraising. From influential figures like MacKenzie Scott and Melinda French Gates to the growing number of women-led funding collectives, it’s clear that women are making significant contributions and leading the way in philanthropy. For nonprofits, this means it’s time to rethink traditional fundraising strategies and engage more meaningfully with women donors. Recognizing the evolving landscape and adapting your approach can open doors to new support and opportunities. Let’s make sure we’re inclusive and responsive to the changing dynamics of giving. #WomenInPhilanthropy #DonorEngagement #NonprofitGrowth #Philanthropy #FridayFocus

The latest findings from the Philanthropic Pulse Survey indicate a shift in the optimism of many nonprofit organizations amid ongoing economic pressures. While some may face cuts, there's a collective pivot toward efficient targeting and segmentation based on trusted data. Our insights offer valuable guidance for nonprofits planning the year ahead, providing industry insights, peer benchmarks, and successful strategies to position themselves for growth and sustainability in the future. Get your copy today: https://lnkd.in/gY837ByP #NonprofitInsights #PhilanthropyPlanning #YearEndStrategies

Did you know in Massachusetts, only 1.4% of charitable giving goes to organizations that serve women and girls? That is pitiful and why a group of local business women (myself included) are doing something to change that through the Women’s Foundation of Boston (WFB). WFB raises much-needed funds and distributes 100% of those dollars to existing local organizations to amplify their work in the economic empowerment of women and girls. Our grantee partners include Women’s Money Matters, Invest in Girls, Science Club for Girls, Strong Women Strong Girls, Girls Who Code, Economic Mobility Pathways, Center for Women & Enterprise, Women’s Lunch Place, and 22 others. All grants are dispersed in the areas of STEM education, leadership/mentoring, and financial empowerment (<---------Now you know what drew me to this amazing organization a few years ago and why I decided to become an Advisory Council Member.) Last week, I had the honor of hosting the Women’s Foundation of Boston with over 100 donors/supporters and over 20 grantee partners to celebrate the impact the WFB has made in the lives of over 16,000 women and girls across Massachusetts through the $6.1M in multi-year grants that have been awarded. And we are just getting started. If you want to join me in moving that needle way above 1.4%, please message me. There is a lot to be done and a lot we can do. Women's Foundation of Boston Christina Gordon Bryanne Mahoney Bowen #financialliteracy #empowerment #nonprofit #movetheneedle

****Does the ImpactStory™ Strategy speak directly to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)?**** Yes! The ImpactStory™ Strategy is centered on leveling power between funders, nonprofits, and communities served. The Strategy includes processes for inclusively defining success, using data to support accountability in the context of trust-based philanthropy, and for shifting the focus from funder-driven to client-centered stories. While the ImpactStory™ Strategy can be used just by a nonprofit or funder on their own, it is most powerful when nonprofits and funders use it in partnership to support co-learning, iterating, and being responsive to communities served. The ImpactStory™ Academy walks you through the whole ImpactStory™ Strategy - you leave with all the knowledge, resources, and tools for putting it into action! Curious? Come to the FREE preview class on 8/20/24.  Register Here https://lnkd.in/ejN4Jxrv #ImpactStoryStrategy    #Nonprofit    #Philanthropy #SocialImpact  #ProgramEvaluation #MonitoringAndEvaluation #PerformanceMetrics #NonprofitEvaluation #ImpactAssessment #SocialImpactMeasurement #EvaluationCapacityBuilding Partnerships for Strategic Impact® | ImpactStory™ Strategy

FB Article: Younger family enterprise members have similar views to older generations, with aligned interests in family and business goals. Key differences exist in digital transformation, philanthropic giving, and gender-based engagement in enterprise roles Learn more: https://buff.ly/3KEO8QS #FamilyBusiness #NextGenEngagement #TheMajlis #GenerationalAlignment

The future is now at Many Hands! Find out how you can become a member and help support local nonprofits at manyhandsdc.org/membership. And see what Sara Lomelin, CEO of Philanthropy Together, has to say about how the transfer of $30 trillion to women over the next decade will reshape philanthropy at https://lnkd.in/eAxt7-Vk

In the midst of the great wealth transfer, nonprofits must pivot strategically to engage Gen X and millennials. Leveraging digital platforms and aligning with the philanthropic values of younger generations is key. With women playing greater influencing roles in legacy planning and the challenge of anonymous donations, innovation in donor engagement is crucial and knowing who the decision maker is -- is even more important. Staying relevant means evolving to ensure philanthropy's future. #Philanthropy #NonprofitStrategy #WealthTransfer Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g649yCPQ

It’s nearly impossible to craft a compelling case for support without this: ✴️A cogent vision with clear stakes✴️ #Donors with capacity receive requests for donations left and right, and your case for support must stand apart from the rest by demonstrating: ➡️That there is a clear problem with something in the world today. ➡️Why your organization is uniquely positioned to address the problem. ➡️That realizing your organization’s vision will have measurable positive outcomes. But having a clear vision–and a clear case–is what sets your organization apart from the many others that might simply be going through the motions to hit goals. Do yourself a favor and set aside the time and energy it requires to fully flesh out a vision; it will pay dividends when it comes time to make the case to donors. — 👉 Your turn: What tools do you use to share your organization’s vision with your donors? — At #Weiswood Strategies, we partner with colleges, universities, and other nonprofits on communications strategies that increase contributions and deepen donor relationships. Like this post? You might also like our free download: “10 Questions to Answer in Your Case for Support.” Get it at https://lnkd.in/edsT2h6. #Philanthropy #MajorGifts #DevelopmentCommunications

A recent analysis from McKinsey & Company indicates that giving intended to advance racial equity continues to miss communities with the greatest need – and these are disproportionately communities of color. These insights reinforce our firm's early research, The Giving Code, by providing a deeper look into how growing philanthropy continues to not be connected to communities most in need. We believe this dynamic will only change when philanthropies start explicitly funding communities of color and working in partnership with community leaders to support solutions. Read McKinsey's article, "Examining philanthropic funding for racial equity across the United States" here: https://lnkd.in/eJ22GPGc Read Open Impact's "The Giving Code" here: https://lnkd.in/giSzB7ep