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My NEW newsletter just dropped - Political commentary, grassroots power, philanthropy, thoughts on how to build and win a multiracial, feminist democracy, Unrig the Game news, tips and recommendations. In THIS Issue: How to flank women of color leaders / How to make this election count at the ballot box and beyond / My core values for philanthropic work + key recommendations for giving in these times / News about my forthcoming book Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone About Winning / Amplifying other amazing leaders and opportunities If you haven't subscribed yet, it's FREE, & you can do that here: https://lnkd.in/gPzKXSD6

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✨Our Impact Research Approach: At Mockingbird Analytics, we’re dedicated to making a difference through data and equity. 📊 In partnership with the City of LA’s Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department and the Reparations Advisory Commission, we conducted transformative research on potential funding and fiscal models for reparations. ➡️ Here’s how our approach made an impact: 📍 Supporting Black and African-American residents with sustainable models. 📍 Utilizing multifaceted data from nonprofits, government, and philanthropic organizations. 📍 Emphasizing that reparations funding is to repair past and ongoing harm, not a handout. 📍 Centering the lived experiences, needs, and strengths of Black and African-American residents in Los Angeles. 📍 Addressing anti-Black racism and understanding its multi-generational financial impacts. 🔎 Discover how our impact research approach can support your organization. Visit our website to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gUKqHxv2 #Reparations #SocialJustice #AntiRacism #MockingbirdAnalytics #NonprofitResearch #Equity #LosAngeles

💡 A Small Update, A Big Vision 💡 I’ve made a small but meaningful change to my LinkedIn profile: “Seeking Partners to Support Groundbreaking Storytelling Through the Arts.” This simple statement reflects a much bigger dream—a vision for SheeCreates to become a platform where art meets purpose, where stories inspire action, and where businesses, individuals, and communities come together to make meaningful change. At SheeCreates, we’re doing more than creating performances—we’re: ✨ Empowering women and amplifying underrepresented voices through the transformative power of storytelling. ✨ Addressing critical issues like environmental justice and community wellness in creative, impactful ways. ✨ Building bridges for collaboration, inviting businesses and individuals to join us in bringing these stories to life. This journey is about more than any individual—it’s about all of us. It’s about using our collective talents, resources, and passion to create something greater than we could alone. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we offer tax-deductible partnership opportunities, but more than that, we offer a chance to be part of something that inspires, moves, and drives change. 💬 If this resonates with you, we’d love to connect. Let’s explore how we can work together to tell stories that matter. #SheeCreates #StorytellingWithPurpose #Collaboration #SocialImpact #ArtAndJustice #MakeADifference

New in The Chronicle of Philanthropy: Many of us are invested in protecting our democracy. But how do we know which interventions work, and how do we relay that to the right people? Public Agenda President Andrew Seligsohn lays out the path forward. Read his full piece here: https://lnkd.in/dXMtCnpa

🌍 TOOLS AND TRENDS FOR FUNDERS Embracing the word "solidarity" alongside "justice" and "equity" can help philanthropy rethink what it means to do good. Leah Hunt-Hendrix argues that #PhilanthropyInSolidarity can address the root causes of oppression and exploitation, prioritizing the participation of those most affected. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eBhYQ_Xg Alex Daniels highlights the challenges progressive foundations face in combating election-related misinformation in the US, including accusations of partisanship. These efforts resonate with those protecting electoral integrity and democracy globally. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/etAcuGwZ Duncan Green offers 5 innovative ways to reboot international NGOs, including a call for “fundraisers without borders” and the transformative value of “immersions.” 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eZxEsdRZ Aiden Reiter's review on the trend toward funder collaboration is insightful, showcasing motivations from learning to achieving multiplier effects. Collaboration amplifies impact and drives systemic change. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gp84nnWt In response to recent criticisms from Mark Kramer and Steve Phillips, Jodi Nelson, Ph.D. and Fay Twersky defend that #StrategicPhilanthropy is thriving. It complements, not replaces, government efforts by filling gaps and unlocking resources. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ezG6w94e #Philanthropy #Solidarity #Justice #Equity #ElectionIntegrity #InternationalNGOs #FunderCollaboration #StrategicPhilanthropy The Chronicle of Philanthropy From Poverty to Power Financial Times Stanford Social Innovation Review

Hello and welcome to The Intersect! We are a social impact consulting firm dedicated to advancing equitable economic and social solutions. By leveraging research, data, policy advocacy, and strategic planning, we empower organizations with the tools and resources they need to drive meaningful change. The Intersect is on a mission to catalyze a more just world. We spur collaboration, drive change, and foster a courageous, inclusive, and equitable future. The CEO and founder of The Intersect, Melissa Young, established this firm out of her profound passion for helping others on a micro and macro scale in facilitating real-world transformations. With over 20 years of experience in social impact, justice, and human rights, she has a national track record of pioneering initiatives rooted in communities, focused on economic, health, and criminal justice reform… just to name a few! Now that we’ve shared our story and our mission, we invite you to introduce yourself below. Don’t be shy, we’d love to meet you! #publichealthmatters #publicsector #nonprofitorganization #bethechange

How does philanthropy contribute to political gridlock? Grant makers on the left and right finance networks of activists and advocates whose all-or-nothing, combative stances keep the political parties tethered to the poles. Lyceum Labs executive director Daniel Stid (former head of the Hewlett Foundation's democracy program) writes for #TheCommons. Key points in the essay: - Philanthropy underwrites advocates whose all-or-nothing stances keeps politics tethered to its poles. - “Shadow” parties aim to enforce ideological orthodoxies yet are insulated from the pressures that candidates face. - Philanthropists need to take responsibility for their contribution to polarization and gridlock. https://bit.ly/3VaCyD8

Sevda Kilicalp, Ph.D. shares findings from a new study on declining trust in democracy. What role for philanthropy in adressing the root causes of this decline? Topic for the round table discussion at #PhileaForum2024

For my colleagues interested in Appalachia, we will be hosting a webinar with Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) later this month - A Look at Civic Language Perceptions in Kentucky and Appalachia. November 25, 2024 | 12:00 PM ET   PACE’s Civic Language Perceptions Project seeks to understand peoples’ perceptions of the language associated with civic engagement and democracy work. The words Americans use to describe our civic values, ideals, and practices are also the words we use to connect, share, and co-create our communities and national future. What can we know about how aligned we are on our language choices related to our civic lives? Perhaps a more important concern underlies this question: Are we talking past each other about values we think we share? Join us for a look at how voters in Kentucky perceive civic language and how that compares with national trends. This webinar is hosted by PACE: Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement and Greater Clark Foundation. This event is co-sponsored by the Appalachian Funders Network and Grantmakers of Kentucky.   https://lnkd.in/e-mPrYSr