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Robert F. Smith The idea of leveraging philanthropy means that you want to increase the impact of the original donation. This is done by creating endowment funds rather than spending the money on products, services, or other operating costs. As a former CFO for a nonprofit with an $11.5M endowment fund, I've personally seen the impact of starting with a lump sum of money that grows to give some cash flow towards operating costs, but also continues to grow through proper investment management. Let's apply this to Black nonprofits. Imagine a Black nonprofit with experienced investment management staff who can increase the balance of an endowment by 8% - 10% per year safely using long-term, low risk investments. Half of the annual cash flow from the endowment fund is used towards operating and programmatic costs, which includes grants to other 501(c)3 qualified nonprofits. The remainder of the annual cash is reinvested to grow the endowment fund. The process requires a nonprofit board that has vision, discipline, and an experienced finance staff that knows what they are doing. So, who's ready to donate money to a Black nonprofit endowment fund? https://lnkd.in/gHcW3m26 (endowment fund coming soon)

“Decades of research on economics, well-being and governance make it clear that investing in women and girls benefits everyone” “Despite the pressing need, only about 2 percent of charitable giving in the United States goes to organizations focused on women and girls, and only about half a percentage point goes to organizations focused on women of color specifically” How do we bridge this gap? And why does the gap exist in the first place? It is unlikely that we will get to the bottom of those questions anytime soon, let alone within the limited scope of this LinkedIn post. Reflecting on Melinda Gates' inspiring decision to leave the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and commit $1 billion to women's and girls' causes over the next two years, it's evident that some progress will be made. However, without collective effort from all of us, that chasm is destined to remain. Fortunately, there are incredible groups all over the world that have made it their mission to amplify the voices of women and girls within their communities. If you can, please consider donating your money or time to any of those amazing organizations. Let’s all do our part. https://lnkd.in/gs97CvDR

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I am so incredibly proud and humble to be included in this campaign of highlighting some of Ottawa's strong, valuable, and empowering women, leading the way to success. Imposter syndrome is real, but I won't let it get the best of me this time. As the saying goes, "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one." In my professional career, I have certainly garnered the skills and experience to be an organizational-nonprofit-jack-of-all-trades-type, with finely tuned skills from project and volunteer management to safety and events planning. My career path which I've traveled purposefully down for over a decade in the nonprofit sector is true to who I am. Social responsibility is a big deal to me. I want to ensure that the impact I have leaves a positive mark on the organizations I work with, and in the community in which we live. There's another saying by which I stand by: "Nobody made a bigger mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little." This is the quote which I found ringing in my head at the tail end of the pandemic, and with tensions high in Canada's National Capital Region. I saw the struggle of local businesses, I saw a disconnected community, grasping for positivity. I couldn't eat delicious locally-made foods every night, and I couldn't endlessly buy locally-sold goods, but I could draw a little. As someone who has struggled with self-doubt, I'll admit that at that time, it was really tough to squash the self doubt and to offer my artistic services to local businesses as a means of putting a little colour and fun on their business windows. Some people close to me echoed doubtful what-ifs, but I considered this initial extension of a helping hand as what I could offer at the time. I offered this service free-of-charge at that moment and before I knew it, I had a large portfolio of art and a list of repeat paying clients. Acknowledge your value, relent to your tenacity and perseverance, and just do. You have the drive, you have the resiliency, you have the skills. In an effort to empower others in our community to see and #upskill the value that they bring to the table, to employers, to the community, and beyond, join me in supporting Dress For Success Ottawa National Capital Region 's #HERStory campaign this #WomensHistoryMonth. I've endeavored to raise $500 for them. You can donate here to my campaign: https://lnkd.in/gfvXPZvx Big, heartfelt thanks in advance for your support! Dress for Success is a nonprofit organization with chapters across the Globe. Their mission is to help unemployed and underemployed women achieve economic independence by providing no-fee programs, development tools, and professional attire to thrive in work and in life.

During #WomensHistoryMonth and every month, invest in women and girls to strengthen our collective future.    Less than 2% of charitable donations in the U.S. go to organizations that protect the health, rights and safety of cisgender women, transgender women, femme-identified people and gender-nonconforming people. We are proud to invest in organizations working toward gender equity and ensuring women have autonomy over their lives and bodies.   Below are four ways for funders at all levels to invest in a better future. Explore the full resource for examples of organizations making headway toward change: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eXWezyfD

Tides CEO Janiece Evans-Page shares her insights on how philanthropy can prioritize racial and gender justice while working towards a healthier democracy. Read more in her interview with Philanthropy Women, 🔗 link below. #reimaginegiving #philanthropy #racialjustice

Support Women Working Worldwide: Empower Women, Transform Supply Chains At Women Working Worldwide, we are dedicated to improving the lives of women in global supply chains. Every day, we work tirelessly to address gender inequalities, advocate for fair working conditions, and empower women to achieve economic independence. Your support can make a profound difference. By donating, you help us: Enhance Education & Training: Provide women with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their industries. Advocate for Fair Wages: Ensure that women receive fair compensation for their hard work. Promote Safe Work Environments: Protect women from exploitation and unsafe working conditions. Empower Women's Voices: Amplify the voices of women to advocate for their rights and equality in the workplace. Together, we can create a world where women are not just participants but leaders in global supply chains. Your contribution, no matter the size, can help us continue this vital work. Donate today and be a part of the change: https://buff.ly/2Lq551O Thank you for your generosity and commitment to making a difference. #EmpowerWomen #GenderEquality #FairTrade #SupportWWWW #DonateNow #WomenWorkingWorldwide

I love this blog post by Equality Now. To get monthly donations you must convince your donors how that type of donation benefits your community and the donors themselves. Your blog is a great place to make the case. I love how they lay out both the impact a monthly gift can make and how it is easy and convenient for the donor. https://buff.ly/4bVUFBT #donations #monthly #nonprofit #donation #fundraising #charity #nonprofitorganization #nonprofits #notforprofit #monthlydonors #monthlydonations #monthlygiving #recurring #subscriptiongiving #recurringgiving #monthlydonor #donorlove

Despite incredible progress, organizations supporting women and girls continue to receive a small fraction of the total charitable dollars directed to nonprofits in the U.S. This funding gap is a significant barrier for organizations striving to ensure that women—particularly Black women, Indigenous women, women of color, and transgender and gender-expansive individuals—achieve full equity and autonomy over their lives and bodies. On this #GivetoWomenandGirls Day, join us in driving progress toward a society where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Learn how you can invest in women and girls. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4eWJHxR.

This morning, my colleague Aqeelah Tootla and I had the privilege of attending the African Philanthropy Forum's Regional Meeting on "Women, Society, and Wealth." It was an opportunity to connect with individuals committed to advancing impactful work across the continent. One key takeaway from this gathering is the critical need to put women at the centre of our work. Achieving educational, social, and environmental justice will remain elusive if we do not first achieve gender justice and equity. The link between gender injustice and poverty is undeniable, and unless we disrupt this cycle, we cannot make real progress. As someone who works in the Early Childhood Development (ECD) space, I am particularly invested in this conversation. A significant part of my work involves supporting ECD programmes, caregiving efforts and creating environments where simple, loving connections with children can thrive. Often, it’s mothers, grandmothers, aunts, ECD practitioners (mostly women) who play a critical part in the caregiving, yet their contributions remain largely unrecognised. These women play a crucial role in shaping the futures of the youngest members of our communities, and their work deserves more attention, recognition, and support. As philanthropists and donors, we have a responsibility to rethink how we fund. Trust-based funding is a powerful approach, especially for supporting grassroots organisations that are already doing the heavy lifting in advancing women’s economic empowerment and role in society. It’s clear that much of our current funding is only scratching the surface. To make a deeper impact, we need to direct more resources toward hard-to-reach places where inequity is often entrenched and where change is desperately needed. The call to action is clear: if we are serious about driving gender equity and sustainable development in Africa, we must do more. Let’s challenge ourselves to invest in ways that break the cycle of injustice, ensuring that women are not only at the table but at the center of the conversation.