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At the second plenary of our 2024 Annual Conference, two of our Native Youth Grantmakers joined philanthropic leaders for a collaborative dialogue that explored the benefits, challenges, and insights critical to creating intergenerational approaches in philanthropy. As McKaylin Peters (Menominee Nation) astutely shares, bringing Native youth into the sector not only encourages future philanthropic leaders, but also allows Native youth to bring their culture and identity to the table: “Once we have culture, we have our identity. And when we have our identity, we’re able to be creative, we’re able to learn better, we’re able to foster these ideas and connections not only in Indian Country, but all over U.S. philanthropy and government.” —McKaylin Peters (Menominee Nation), Native Youth Grantmakers, Native Americans in Philanthropy #SeventhGeneration #NativeYouth #Philanthropy #TribalNations #NAPCON #NAPCON2024 #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #NativeNonprofit #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous #Native #NativeAmerican #Indigenous

🎉 Angelica S. joins Shifting Power Accelerator, Cohort 3 starting April 16! The most exciting part of this course is the collective learning experience. Every student works on an individual shifting power initiative sharing lessons with peers and sharing accountability with a community partner. I know Angélica's presence will make the course experience so much richer. In this spirit of sharing, I asked Angélica, Programme Officer at Laudes Foundation, a few things: ⭐️ What excites you most about the Shifting Power Accelerator? "I am most looking forward to learning what shifting power looks like in practice, especially how gender and social inclusion can be applied for the finance industry for NGOs and CSOs beyond impact investment." ⭐️ What's one thing you hope to contribute to your peers? "I hope to be able to contribute my experience working for a philanthropic organisation." Join me and Angélica in the Shifting Power Accelerator starting April 16! Still undecided? Feel free to comment below or DM me with your questions. #ShiftThePower #CommunityLed #GlobalDev #NonProfits #Philanthropy #WeBeFearless

Introducing our new social media series: Philanthropy 101 As critical as philanthropy is to underserved communities, those outside the sector are largely unaware of how it operates, let alone the massive restrictions and structural barriers that prevent access to funding. Over the next few months, we’ll be breaking down key terms and topics, as well as identifying the barriers that make philanthropy so inaccessible to those most in need, particularly and especially Indigenous communities. This series will serve as an introduction to some of the structural inequities that define the philanthropic system, and ways in which we can reform—and Indigenize—the sector at large. These posts will be shared on our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram platforms @NativeGiving and will be compiled in an Instagram highlight for future reference. Share your questions with us in the comment sections of these posts or through our Instagram stories, and we will aim to answer as many as possible. Stay tuned ✨ #Philanthropy #NativePhilanthropy #Nonprofit #Funders #NativeNonprofit #Native #Indigenous #NativeLed #WeAreIndigenous

Three things I continue to reflect on from Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP)’s Indigenous Knowledge Conference as a program evaluator. The theme of the conference was reclaiming our voices. 1. “We have to build trust and respect cultural boundaries” Marianne Parra, Chumash Culture Revitalizer. Her impactful words still ring in my ear after the conference. It reminded me of our linear approach to time and productivity. In the rush to “accomplish” a task we may engage in practices that further perpetuate past experiences of generational trauma among indigenous communities. Trust is built over time. 2. “Indigenous communities have a voice, we just have to learn to listen” Dra. Linda Quiquivix. This reminded me of the importance of participatory approaches in both research and evaluation. How can we be intentional in our approaches when engaging with indigenous communities to center their voices and demonstrate that we are listening? 3. “I come from ancestors that conquistadors could never defeat” (I unfortunately did not catch the name of the author) Indigenous communities have fought over 500 years to preserve their culture, knowledge, and practices. How do we honor this struggle, resilience, strength, and wisdom that has been passed down generationally? A big thank you to Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) and everyone who participated in this impactful conference. I’m eager for next year’s conference. Otra! Otra! Otra! [ID: Picture of Dra. Vanegas engaging in a culturally congruent healing activity facilitated by Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP). Dra. Vanegas is wearing a gray sweater and blue jeans while molding a piece of barro “clay” in her hands. She’s smiling at the camera and is standing next to a set of yellow and purple flowers. In the background is Oxnard College where the event was held] #equity #diversity #evaluation #socialimpact #nonprofitleadership #fundraising #leadershipdevelopment #education #workplaceculture #representationmatters #nonprofit

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"Echoes of Hope: Nurturing Dreams with Vidhyasetu" Last month, our Arowa Foundation family gathered for a deeply touching event called "Voice of Hope". It was an evening filled with heart-wrenching stories and soul-stirring performances as new talents took to the stage, pouring their hopes and dreams into the mic. Their bravery in baring their vulnerabilities moved us to tears, reminding us of the resilience and beauty that lies within each of us. "Voice of Hope" wasn't just a showcase of talent; it was a beacon of light in the darkness, a reminder that even in our lowest moments, hope shines through. It was a testament to the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity and find strength in community. Now, as we embark on our next mission with "Vidhyasetu", we carry the echoes of "Voice of Hope" in our hearts. We strive to extend that same warmth and support to underprivileged children, offering them a glimmer of hope and opportunity through education. But here's the hard truth – our foundation's funds are dwindling. Without your support, we risk extinguishing the flame of hope that events like "Voice of Hope" and "Vidhyasetu" ignite. We yearn to continue weaving moments of inspiration and empowerment, but we cannot do it alone. We believe in the transformative power of empathy and compassion. So, if you feel the stirrings of emotion in your heart and the call to make a difference, please consider donating. Your contribution, no matter how modest, holds the potential to change lives and sow seeds of hope for a brighter tomorrow. Let's continue to water the garden of humanity with tears of joy and acts of kindness, cultivating a world where every child's dreams can take flight. Thank you for being an essential part of our journey – your support is the lifeline that keeps our hopes afloat. Sure, for LinkedIn, you might want to use hashtags that are professional and resonate with a wider audience interested in philanthropy, education, and social impact. Here are some suggestions: #Philanthropy #EducationForAll #SocialImpact #CommunityEmpowerment #HopeInAction #InspireChange #EmpowerThroughEducation #MakeADifference #ChangeMakers #SupportEducation #GiveBack #FutureLeaders #BuildingBrighterFutures #TogetherWeCan #GrassrootsImpact

<<Next on DevX>> Super excited to share the next episode of DevX! In this episode, we have a super insightful conversation with Natasha Joshi who is part of the leadership team at Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies. RNP is a funder who I had been intrigued about for a long long time. As an ‘unrestricted’ funder, I was always very curious about how they go about their philanthropic activities. NGOs almost always undergo a lot of difficulty meeting their ‘core costs’ to build internal capabilities and systems. And understanding amazing funders like RNP can go such a long way in solving for this! 💙 Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies works in the following key areas 🎯 : -         Active Citizenship (Collective action to ensure better delivery of public services through citizen participation) -         Access to Justice (Building legal systems that are fair, empathetic, equitable and speedy) -         Gender Equity (Work that transforms attitudes and behaviours and unequal gender dynamics) -         Climate, Conservation & Environment (Fighting the impact of climate change through interventions that help communities adapt sustainably) -         Mental Health (Facilitating research to advance the understanding of mental health + direct therapy & relief interventions) If you work in any of these areas, it would definitely be worth your while (and your organization’s), to listen to what they look for in NGOs when they fund. They support over 100 NGOs and last year alone, provided philanthropic funding of over 300 Crores to their NGOs and also large institutions like IIT & NIMHANS. 🙌 But what blew me away is their approach to funding. RNP is truly a class apart in this regard and their funding thesis is what I would describe as an *Ecosystem Building* approach through which they not only see how they can help their grantees, but how their grantees can in turn be part of building the larger ecosystem within which they operate. If you’re doing great work in any of these areas, happy watching/listening! #socialimpact #philanthropy #ngo #csr #HumansOfSocialImpact P.S: Please Like/Comment/Repost if you find this helpful!

🛁 Shower thoughts 🧼 I hear a lot about being strength-based in the nonprofit sector. There are many opportunities for a strength-based orientation, and I find the principles of The Abundant Nonprofit really exemplify how useful that perspective can be. BUT.... I have also heard the term "strength-based" used as a way to silence very legitimate complaints, as a way to tone-police folks who raise valid concerns, and basically as a way to deny problems or avoid accountability. The idea becomes a disguise for toxic positivity and denial of systemic problems. Einstein apparently said "If I had an hour to solve a problem I'd spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions." I would love to see more courage in naming and acknowledging the very real problems we do have to solve in this sector. I personally think we have the strengths we need to deal with them. Thanks for listening to my TEDxShower Talk 🛁 🧼 Now time for coffee ☕ #nonprofit #socialimpact #nfp #changemanagement #socialservices #vancouver #jedi #inclusion #feedback

Celebrating World NGO Day! At HopeWorks Foundation, we're proud to be one of them, and we'd love for you to join us in celebrating! Who is the HopeWorks Foundation ? Hopeworks Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers girls from under-served communities in India. We provide them with the education, resources, and support they need to reach their full potential and become leaders in their communities. How we empower girls: 🧡 Education: We provide girls with access to quality education, including scholarships, academic support, and life skills training. 🧡 Mentorship: We connect girls with positive female role models who can provide guidance and support. 🧡 Healthcare: We make sure girls have access to the healthcare they need to stay healthy and thrive. 🧡 Leadership development: We equip girls with the skills and confidence they need to become leaders in their communities. And more... How you can celebrate World NGO Day with the Hopeworks Foundation: ✨ Donate to Hopeworks Foundation: Your financial support will help us continue to provide education and vital programs and services to girls in need. ✨ Volunteer your time: We always welcome volunteers who can help us with a variety of tasks, such as teaching workshops, and organizing events. ✨ Spread the word: Tell your friends and family about the Hopeworks Foundation and our mission to empower girls. #sliceofhope #donate #worldNGOday #hopeworks #ngo