The importance of equitable funding allocation cannot be overstated.
After sharing the open letter this weekend, I decided to provide some nuanced content to help people understand the disparities and how they impact the target communities.
Many organisations heavily rely on funding as a lifeline, yet the reality often shows a significant gap in reaching the communities in dire need. To bridge this gap effectively, here are some actionable suggestions for funders:
1. Promote Equitable Collaboration: Ensure that collaborations between large organisations and grassroots groups are funded fairly. Smaller organisations frequently bear the weight without adequate resources, leading to an unsustainable and unjust situation.
2. Embrace Diversity in Decision-Making: Funding decisions must reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. Representation plays a pivotal role—incorporating individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds is essential for equitable resource distribution.
3. Transparent Impact Tracking: Utilising disaggregated data is vital. Funders should support the delivery of comprehensive reports detailing their funding beneficiaries to pinpoint any disparities and guarantee inclusivity across all groups.
4. Acknowledge Grassroots Expertise: While grassroots organisations often drive significant impact, they may lack larger counterparts' polished applications or visibility. Funders must delve deeper into recognising the genuine value these organisations bring to the table.
These initial steps aim to tackle systemic disparities in funding allocation. For further insights and a more profound exploration of actionable solutions, delve into our complete blog:
https://lnkd.in/e76wXscf
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Founder Global Change Center | Senior Advisor Decolonization & Systems Change
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