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🌟𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬🌟 We are proud to open nominations for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 (𝐄𝐀𝐏𝐀). Since their inception in 2012, these awards have been a critical platform for recognizing the exceptional and revolutionary contributions of individuals and organizations in philanthropy across East Africa. They serve as a foundation for advocacy and action, driving strategic mobilization of domestic resources for sustainable community development. 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: This year’s awards are delineated into eight strategic categories, each designed to reflect the breadth and depth of philanthropic impact achievable through focused, localized efforts. 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: We extend an invite to you to submit nominations by the 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. This is a unique opportunity to elevate and acknowledge the efforts of those who harness the power of philanthropy to create sustainable change. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞: Visit our website or scan the QR code on our promotional materials to propose actors who exemplify leadership, innovation, and significant community impact in their philanthropic activities. 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 - https://lnkd.in/d89tijMq

🌟𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬🌟 We are proud to open nominations for the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 (𝐄𝐀𝐏𝐀). Since their inception in 2012, these awards have been a critical platform for recognizing the exceptional and revolutionary contributions of individuals and organizations in philanthropy across East Africa. They serve as a foundation for advocacy and action, driving strategic mobilization of domestic resources for sustainable community development. 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: This year’s awards are delineated into eight strategic categories, each designed to reflect the breadth and depth of philanthropic impact achievable through focused, localized efforts. 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: We extend an invite to you to submit nominations by the 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. This is a unique opportunity to elevate and acknowledge the efforts of those who harness the power of philanthropy to create sustainable change. 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞: Visit our website or scan the QR code on our promotional materials to propose actors who exemplify leadership, innovation, and significant community impact in their philanthropic activities. 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 - https://lnkd.in/d6V_2aiq

In Europe, the importance of the #thirdsector is increasingly being acknowledged, from various points of view, however, there is still room for improvement. In this context, the FIRST project aims to: overcome limitations by intervening in the criticalities of one of the third sector representatives, Foundations to open a reflection on the effectiveness of all nonprofit organizations and relevant policies on a national and international level to boost foundations role as a promoter of common values, civic engagement and participation. https://lnkd.in/ee2U_bfB Italian Chamber of Commerce in Sweden Emphasys Centre FOQUS - Fondazione Quartieri Spagnoli Wisamar Bildungsgesellschaft gGmbH i-Strategies CBE - GEIE Coopération Bancaire pour l’Europe DomSpain - Educational and Technological Services Olena Korzhykova Júlia Vilafranca Molero Ellen Garcia Harrison Ana Isabel Herranz Zentarski Marta Fernandez Jimenez Mª Elena C. Arianna Vitiello

The role of African giving has largely been silent. However, a new paradigm is emerging—one where community-based organizations (CBOs) are reclaiming the narrative and driving change from within. Drawing on years of traditional giving, it is time we dispel the notions of African philanthropy as having been constrained or colonized. This shift is not only reshaping how philanthropy is and has been practiced in many communities on the continent but also redefining the very concept of development. https://lnkd.in/dHEnP3YQ

We’re filled with new energy for using our resources – human and financial – to help South Africa realise its many possibilities after our operations officer, Bailey Corder CA (SA), attended a collaborative session titled “Exploring philanthropic partnerships in complex times”. The session – hosted by international philanthropies the Ford Foundation and Humanity United, as well as South Africa’s RAITH Foundation – was facilitated by Megan Colnar, executive director of Accountable Now, and Zipporah Ongwenyi, strategy and impact manager. It was held in person at the Nelson Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg and was attended by local and international funders in the social justice sector. Here are some of the insights that Bailey Corder CA (SA) brought back from the event: 📌 Ensure, upfront, that collaborating organisations and individuals are aligned on values, expectations and resource constraints 📌 Unpack the concepts of money vs power vs influence and how they play a role in collaborations 📌 Be clear on, and know how to effectively leverage, larger international funders' influence on scale; the different roles that local funders can play through their site-specific knowledge and understanding; and the trust they have established in particular communities 📌 Be aware of groupthink, which can decrease effectiveness 📌 Share information across regions and focus areas. This can be an easy way to start creating effective networks and partnerships 📌 Look to the future: know what’s coming down the line in three, five or even 10 years, and prepare for what is expected 📌 Collective action can be powerful. Local funders should consider acting in unison at certain times, such as when obtaining information from large international funders, understanding their strategies and acting in line with their strategies in South Africa 📌 International funders can offer insights into international trends and the relevant impact they can have on South Africa and Africa It's wonderful to receive these insights towards the end of the year, and we’ll be incorporating them into our work in 2025, as we once again lean into realising South Africa’s true potential. Image: Freepik #OMT

📊 NEW REPORT ALERT! We’re excited to share Imagine Canada's latest study: 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨: 𝙉𝙤𝙣𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙞𝙩 𝙑𝙞𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙎𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖. This first-of-its-kind report dives deep into the perceptions and expectations of the nonprofit sector regarding corporate social impact and the importance of strong community partnerships. Key findings include: ▪ 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Nonprofit professionals are calling for the corporate sector to increase income contributions over the next decade, with 69% indicating they would not accept donations from certain companies or industries. ▪ 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: 70% of respondents express moderate trust in the corporate sector's ability to improve communities, a sentiment that strengthens with direct corporate support. ▪ 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀: Nonprofits prioritize strong relationships with individuals (81%) and long-term corporate partnerships (79%), valuing these connections even more than the total financial support received (49%). As the report highlights, fostering cross-sector collaborations can significantly enhance the corporate sector’s ability to drive positive change. Read more below. 👇 #ImagineCanada #CorporateSocialImpact #NonprofitPartnerships

⏰⏰⏰⏰The 24 hour countdown just started⏰⏰⏰⏰ Tomorrow we go live with our Webinar 🎲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝟭𝟬𝟭: 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸. Learn what role business can play in truly transforming the world for better. 🔗 Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/g63YaYsp   If you are working for or representing a Philanthropic Foundation the you won't regret attending. Learn about the active programs that build businesses with and for, underserved communities in Africa, Asia, Central America, Europe and South America. Self-sustaining interventions that 💼 create jobs, 📈 improve livelihoods and 🌎 save the planet.  We have kept it short, sweet and simple. In 30 minutes you will learn everything you need to know about Impact Venture Studios. The last 15 minutes will be a fireside-style chat between Corentin Larue and Dieuwertje Nelissen. How often do we get to listen in on two of the world's leading experts openly sharing their thoughts on this topic - see you there!    📅 Date: Tomorrow - Wednesday, July 17  ⏰ Time: 8:30 AM (PST), 5:30 PM (CEST)   Hosted and organised by the absolutely divine and spectacular Sarah Linder! #Webinar #ImpactVentureStudio #Philanthropy #BusinessForGood #SustainableDevelopment #SocialImpact #CatalyticFunding #JobCreation #GlobalDevelopment #TransformTheWorld #ScalableSolutions #UnderservedCommunities #Africa #Asia #CentralAmerica #Europe #SouthAmerica #VentureStudio #PhilanthropicFoundations

✨ Eager to learn more about #highimpactphilanthropy in #Asia? Explore the two newly launched reports from The Bridgespan Group, and learn from the 20 largest global and Asian institutional philanthropies that drive meaningful, enduring change.   As wealth in Asia surges, philanthropic organisations are grappling with how to measure and achieve greater impact. Following the abridged version presented at #PBC2024, these two full reports—developed with financial support from the Institute of Philanthropy (#IoP)—look into: 💡 the growth of institutional giving in Asia 💡 five high-impact practices those leading philanthropies employ to achieve lasting outcomes   Don’t miss this invaluable resource! 🔽 🔗 Report 1. Largest Asian and Global Institutional Philanthropies: https://lnkd.in/gFBhHdss   🔗 Report 2. High-Impact Philanthropy: Five Practices That Lead to Lasting Change: https://lnkd.in/gZxEdgXR 🌟The recording of Plenary Session 1 from #PBC2024 is now available! Tune in to hear directly from representatives of various notable organisations as they share their valuable insights on the anchor practices of global high-impact philanthropies and how we can all learn from one another to amplify our impact: https://lnkd.in/gVXViSbQ   #HKJC #HKJCCharitiesTrust #BridgespanGroup #AsianPhilanthropy #ImpactfulPhilanthropy

Proud to share two recent reports I co-authored with my The Bridgespan Group colleagues (Jeff Bradach Denise Chew Julia Finnerty Gwendolyn Lim Roger Thompson Pritha Venkatachalam) with the generous financial support of the Institute of Philanthropy! These reports capture months of research into how institutional philanthropies are evolving their approach to maximize impact, especially in Asia--a region where economic growth and urgent and pressing social and environmental needs exist side by side. To learn more, please join our webinar! https://lnkd.in/gcMXcweB Here's what you'll find in each report: 1️⃣ 𝙇𝙖𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙂𝙡𝙤𝙗𝙖𝙡 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙞𝙚𝙨 We identify the 20 largest institutional philanthropies globally and in Asia, peeking under the hood on their priorities and approaches 2️⃣ 𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝-𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙮: 𝙂𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝘼𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨 𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 The potential for philanthropy is immense, especially in Asia. This report highlights the five key practices leading philanthropies globally deploy to amplify their impact. 📝 Both reports offer actionable insights and strategies that can be adapted across diverse contexts, especially as philanthropy in Asia reaches a pivotal moment. As we continue to face global challenges, it’s inspiring to see how high-impact philanthropies can enable sustainable, large-scale change. 🔗 Explore the full reports here: Largest Asian and Global Institutional Philanthropies: https://lnkd.in/gqSUpGdk High-Impact Philanthropy: Giving Better Across Asia and the World: https://lnkd.in/gwVRhab2 Would love to hear your thoughts on how we can collectively advance philanthropic impact in today’s rapidly changing landscape! #Philanthropy #SocialImpact #Asia #InstitutionalGiving #BridgespanGroup

🚨 Introducing the Zubaa Spotlight Series We are excited to launch the Zubaa Spotlight Series (the first of its kind 🥳), a platform designed to showcase the inspiring success stories of youth-led organizations in Africa. This initiative aims to recognize and celebrate the impactful work of philanthropic efforts, encouraging and motivating organizations to strive for excellence. This Series seeks to: 1. Provide a platform for youth-led organizations in Africa to share their achievements and lessons learned. 2. Inspire and motivate other philanthropic organizations to continue creating positive change in their communities. 3. Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among organizations. 4. Promote the work of African youth philanthropists, highlighting their contributions to the continent's development. How to make a submission? 1. Send 3-5 minute videos showcasing your work that will be published on our social media channels and website. 2. Upload the videos and pictures you wish to share on your Google Drive and share it via aypnafrica@gmail.com 3. Share a brief story of your organization/initiative, highlighting the projects, challenges, and successes. 🌟 PS: All youth-led organizations in Africa are eligible to participate. Spotlighted organizations will: 1. Receive increased visibility and recognition. 2. Access networking opportunities with peers and stakeholders. 3. Enhance their credibility and reputation. Follow AYPN on social media at African Youth Philanthropy Network to stay updated on the Zubaa Spotlight Series! #ZubaaSpotlight #AYPN #AfricanPhilanthropy #YouthLedChange #ImpactStories