The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI)

"Memory cafés give caregivers and their care partners a space to set responsibilities aside, even for a moment, and focus on joy and connection. They’re a place to reconnect through laughter, art, and music while building mutual support with others on the same journey." – Misha Stallworth West, Program Officer, Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation We’re excited to partner with the Health Foundation for Western and Central New York and The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) to launch the Exhale Memory Café Collective in Western New York! This initiative brings caregivers and their care partners living with memory-related illnesses together for programming that fosters connection, health, and well-being. Congrats to the 11 inaugural cohort members making this vision a reality! 🎉 Read more about the creative initiative here: https://bit.ly/3BBpoIn

As 2024 comes to a close, we at TPI extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. We are incredibly grateful for another year supporting our fantastic clients in navigating their philanthropy. The TPI team looks forward to continued work with ambitious funders and partners in 2025. We hope you have a joyful holiday season and a safe, healthy start to the new year!

“The reason people get into philanthropy in the first place is because they want to do good in the world, and they want to give back. Even in really tough times of uncertainty, they tend to double down.” – Maggi Alexander, TPI Senior Partner Devex interviewed Maggi Alexander, Senior Partner and Director of TPI’s Center for Global Philanthropy, for insights on what may be changing in the field of #philanthropy as a result of the 2024 election outcome and the four years that lie ahead. Maggi is quoted alongside others in the field, including staff from Center for Effective Philanthropy, Urban Institute, and Council on Foundations. https://lnkd.in/dkDRBHkG

With many crises displacing millions around the world, there is an urgent and unique opportunity today for funders to support new and better legal #migration pathways so #refugees can rebuild their lives in safety. That's why this year, TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy, RefugePoint, and Network of Engaged International Donors co-hosted a three-part #funder learning series: Philanthropy's Role in Supporting Refugees. This learning series sought to provide spaces for #donors to listen, learn, connect, and take action. For those who missed the series and are interested in learning more, we invite you to watch all three of the sessions using the links below ⬇️ 🔸 Watch Session 1, "Supporting Refugees Globally & At Home": https://lnkd.in/eTNj-xQp 🔸Watch Session 2, "Understanding Forced Migration, Receiving Immigrants, and Asylum Seekers in the Global and U.S. Border Context": https://lnkd.in/eYWUVe6w 🔸Watch Session 3, "From Crisis to Opportunity: Shaping Pathways Beyond Humanitarian Aid" (with Devex on the sidelines at UNGA 79 in New York City): https://lnkd.in/eQy_eYnf Thank you to the series' guest speakers and fellow organizers: Maggi Alexander, Senior Partner & Director of TPI's Center for Global Philanthropy Sasha Chanoff, Founder & CEO at RefugePoint Negar Tayyar, Executive Director at Global Whole Being Fund (GWBF) Gladis Molina at Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights Amy Pope, Director at IOM - UN Migration Nasra Ismail, Executive Director at Alight

Thrilled to have had the opportunity to participate in Exponent Philanthropy’s annual conference last week in Austin, TX! Thank you to Exponent Philanthropy for inviting TPI to host an information session on a topic that Lisa Spalding, Senior Partner at TPI, has much expertise about: the value of bringing independent directors onto family foundation boards. We’re grateful for the engaging conversations and the chance to share insights on how family foundations can build stronger, more diverse boards to increase impact. TPI is here to support funders looking to take this step and strengthen their governance practices. #Philanthropy #FamilyFoundations #IndependentDirectors #Governance #2024ExponentConference #StrategicPhilanthropy #Funders #Donors #ImpactInvesting

Attending the #2024ExponentConference? Don't miss Lisa Spalding's learning session, "Seeking Independent Directors for Family Foundations," from 10:30 – 11:45am this Thursday, November 14th! As a 2024 Exponent Philanthropy Conference sponsor, TPI is excited to connect with #funders, #thinktanks and other #philanthropy supporting organizations this week in Austin. Learn more about the conference here: https://lnkd.in/ej_yqZAx

What does the #familyphilanthropy landscape look like? How has it changed over the last decade, and what do those changes mean for the field? At TPI, it is essential that we know the latest on these important questions when working with our clients. That's why we're thankful for a new resource from our partners at National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP), Trends 2025, which aims to help answer these questions and equip #donors with the data they can apply to their decision-making. The #report covers the latest trends in: 🔸 Asset sizes & payout rates 🔸 Grantmaking 🔸 Family dynamics 🔸 And much more Learn more and read the report here: https://lnkd.in/gjsxFxrM

Why should family #foundations consider bringing an independent #director on to their boards? How would it benefit their strategic planning and #grantmaking synergy? Join us at the #2024ExponentConference for a deep dive into this topic from Lisa Spalding, Senior Partner at TPI, who is leading the "Seeking Independent Directors for Family Foundations" session. As a 2024 Exponent Philanthropy Conference sponsor, we look forward to engaging with lean #funders and other #philanthropy supporting organizations. Learn more and check out the full conference agenda here: https://lnkd.in/ej_yqZAx

Of the many sectors of giving TPI works with clients on, earth and #environmental philanthropy is one area that's become increasingly popular. Climate #funders can play a crucial role in supporting younger and future generations by making #investments in youth-led climate justice initiatives. A recent Nonprofit Quarterly article presents how funders should consider focusing on building the capacity of younger climate organizations and ensuring they have the resources and training necessary to drive systemic change. By fostering #intergenerational partnerships in #philanthropy, the field can better empower young people to advocate for sustainable solutions that will benefit the planet and the future generations to come. Check out the NPQ article below to learn more about this emerging #intergen idea in #climate funding. ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/gRS3qczw

We are thrilled to continue support for the newest Southeast Michigan-focused cohort of Exhale - The Family Caregiver Initiative! TPI is proud to take part in reimagining how essential rest, relief, a chance to exhale is made available for caregivers. There are hundreds of thousands of caregivers across the Southeast Michigan region. Exhale has announced $2.2 million in grants supporting the collaboration of 50 organizations across the Southeast Michigan region that have developed these innovative programs.  This latest round of grants is supported by: Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Michigan Health Endowment Fund Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF MICHIGAN FOUNDATION    Learn more about these new programs by visiting https://lnkd.in/emFPytMz