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The Urgent Action Sister Funds are four autonomous feminist funds operating all across the globe that have shared feminist principles and a shared herstory. In a series published by Alliance Magazine, the Urgent Action Sister Funds recount how we embarked on a journey to develop shared feminist principles of philanthropy and how we practice them in our work every day. Together, we navigate through a journey of sharing power as a sisterhood. Read the entire series published by Alliance Magazine about our Sisterhood Feminist Principles of Philanthropy. (https://lnkd.in/eRYEVzfa)

Over the last few years, we have been periodically reflecting on how we practice feminist principles of philanthropy in each of the Urgent Action Sister Funds: from how we work to build a culture of sharing and the ingredients of ethical and feminist crisis response, to how funders need to rethink risk and what feminist collective leadership has to offer philanthropy in these times. Here’s a snapshot of our journey to building a strong and united Sisterhood and a philanthropic model where we seek to equitably share power 💫 https://lnkd.in/gYxb8DYe #feministphilanthropy #urgentactionsisterfunds #philanthropy #feministprinciples

It's no surprise that one of the leading forces behind collective giving is women! Thank you to Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, Colmena Consulting, and Philanthropy Together for their work on their recently released report, "In Abundance: An Analysis of the Thriving Landscape of Collective Giving in the U.S.", which details the transformative impact of collective giving on philanthropy.

  A paradigm shift in philanthropy is underway, emphasizing trust, transparency, and mutual accountability. Delve into trust-based philanthropy at Connections Conference with Jolene Livingston who is principal, founder, and chief vision officer at Bespoke Social Profit Solutions Inc. Learn about mutual accountability's importance and explore the ripple effect and broader sector implications of trust-based philanthropy and its transformative trajectory towards impactful giving. https://lnkd.in/g_4yrZqJ #philanthropy #trustbasedphilanthropy

The Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy has researched giving to women and girls since 2019 and found that while the overall amount has increased over the years, it’s never exceeded 2% of overall charitable dollars. Melinda French Gates walking the talk 👏 “Decades of research on economics, well-being and governance make it clear that investing in women and girls benefits everyone. We know that economies with women’s full participation have more room to grow. That women’s political participation is associated with decreased corruption. Because I have been given this extraordinary opportunity, I am determined to do everything i can to seize it and to set an agenda that heps other women and girls set theirs, too.” Next week, Melinda French Gates will start a new chapter of her personal philanthropy, with $1 billion in spending for people and organizations working on behalf of women and families around the world. “As shocking as it is to contemplate, my 1-year-old granddaughter may grow up with fewer rights than I had.” French Gates is working to change that.

Reflecting on the profound impact of philanthropy and wealth. Generosity isn't just about giving money; it's about igniting positive change and shaping a brighter future for all. Let's leverage our resources to uplift communities, empower individuals, and create lasting legacies of compassion and generosity. Together, we can make a difference that transcends generations. Read more of our thoughts on this topic in our latest blog post: https://bit.ly/48McNML #Philanthropy #WealthWithPurpose

Learn more about what Blended Finance is and how it's driving impact in our annual Trends in Philanthropy 2024 report Our UBS philanthropy experts are back with our trends for 2024, deep diving into this approach that has gained momentum since last year's report. http://from.ubs/6044iaqTn. #blendedfinance #impactinvesting #philanthropy

Over the next 25 years, women will lead transformative change in philanthropy as donors, fundraisers, and leaders. With increased wealth and education, women like MacKenzie Scott are reshaping how resources flow, especially toward causes impacting women and girls. This article explores the growing influence of women’s philanthropy and how their strategic, collaborative giving—driven by education and a commitment to making an impact—is creating lasting social change. Now is the time to recognize and support their leadership in reshaping the future of giving. Let’s embrace this shift. #Philanthropy #WomenInLeadership #WomensWealth #FutureOfGiving #Education

When the younger generation is faced with choices about philanthropy, how can it strengthen the family’s purpose and shared values? Explore this case study by Julius Baer here, and learn how four cousins came together to create value beyond wealth. ➡️ Read the article now: https://ow.ly/P2e430sAcQT #Philanthropy #WealthPlanning #JuliusBaerFoundation

"Philanthropy is personal. So be real with yourself. If you don’t want to make changes to fund equitably or with local organizations, then be honest and don’t put those ideas into your mission statement." Our Chief of Staff, Hafeeza Rashed, is quoted in an impactful new report from the Network of Engaged International Donors, highlighting the need for global philanthropy to adopt a racial equity lens. Read the full report, which includes insights from Moore Philanthropy, to explore practical choices donors can make to go beyond values statements and deliver greater impact globally. https://lnkd.in/epsSwxRG