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"The gifts of time, respect, and trust, and the ability to focus on what an individual or organization most needs to do may be the most powerful investment funders can make in communities." Unrestricted funding is a game-changer in the world of philanthropy. It empowers organisations to respond to emerging challenges, innovate, and invest in their most pressing needs. This piece in the Stanford Social Innovation Review highlights the importance and urgent necessity of unrestricted funding for those aiming to create transformational social impact. https://lnkd.in/egqi6pVf #philanthropy #powerdynamics #socialimpact #grassroots #nonprofit #unrestrictedfunding #grants #fundraising #partnerships

A #RPA, we believe equitable intermediaries play a vital role in strengthening the nonprofit ecosystem and driving meaningful social change. This insightful piece by Candid explores how these organizations serve as bridges, connecting funders and communities and ensuring resources are allocated in ways that reflect the needs and aspirations of those on the ground. As intermediaries, we are proud to collaborate with funders and nonprofits worldwide to amplify impact, foster innovation, and champion equity. #Philanthropy #SocialImpact #Equity #NonprofitLeadership Please read the full article here and learn more about how the role of intermediaries is evolving to meet the challenges of our time. https://lnkd.in/gkTKb-Wm

🌟 Calling all Nonprofit Leaders! 🌟 🚀 Dive into the latest insights from Standford Social Innovation Review shedding light on the roadblocks to foundations granting more unrestricted grants! Discover: 💸 The freedom and advantages of no-strings funding ✅ Debunking funder concerns with proven accountability strategies 🔄 Challenging power dynamics and dispelling money myths for better philanthropy 📈 Success stories illustrating the profound impact of unrestricted support Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4bcQ8L8 Join the dialogue and share your invaluable experience in the comments! 🗣️💬 Let's break down barriers and truly empower our communities together. #Empowerment #TrustBasedPhilanthropy #NonprofitInnovation

In this 2018 article, I highlighted the importance of Social Return on Investment for both donors and nonprofit recipients. I emphasized that nonprofits need to communicate their impact and value effectively to a wide range of stakeholders, including donors, program partners, volunteers, board members, legislators, clients, and local leaders. By doing so, organizations can ensure that their time, money, and influence are being well spent. Failure to do so can result in falling behind- a message is still relevant today, as nonprofits continue to navigate the challenges of communicating their value and impact to stakeholders. #Nonprofit #SocialImpact #SROI

Foundations and corporate donors must reimagine their role, not just as funders but as partners in nonprofit innovation. With the proper support, nonprofits can create transformative change, ensuring communities survive and thrive in an ever-changing world. At the intersection of social innovation, trust-based philanthropy, and capacity building... there's this 👇

More #nonprofit and #movement leaders want to move beyond traditional funding sources like foundation grants and government contracts. Independent revenue gives organizations the flexibility to build community power and work toward long-term policy goals, but many don’t have the resources to tap into these streams. The LeadersTrust's new report, Diversifying Nonprofit and Movement Revenue: A Call for Conversation and Action, sets the stage for real talk and action among funders, practitioners, and capacity builders to rethink fundraising for social change. 👇

For philanthropy to support narrative work effectively, funders must provide resources that foster ecosystems and fortify infrastructure. Read my latest (co-authored with Mandy Van Deven) on how to fund narrative ecosystems at Nonprofit Quarterly https://lnkd.in/egzxPqqQ

As the sector continues to discuss how foundations can support nonprofit endowments as way to support a nonprofit's sustainability and independence, this article provides a realistic view on what this means in action and some things to keep in mind. If you are exploring this grantmaking approach, it is definitely worth a read.

As funders move away from single-cause giving and start to scale up, a fascinating trend has emerged: funders themselves are fundraising among their peers. We're seeing more well-resourced philanthropies seeking co-funders to amplify their impact and validate their strategies. Read more from Valerie Conn and Sofia Michelakis in Stanford Social Innovation Review: https://bit.ly/3Lq7XeW What are your thoughts on this trend of "funders fundraising"?

Nonprofit leaders told us mindsets are shifting around fundraising. What role do funders have in helping these shifts take root and grow? Hear from our Executive Director, Bethany Maki to discover how foundation leaders can maximize their impact while empowering social justice movements. 🚀Read more in the report: https://bit.ly/3Tylvd3 #SustainableFunding #FundraisingStrategy #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #ListentoNonprofitLeaders