A message from Henry Berman, CEO of Exponent Philanthropy One week ago today, we witnessed an assault on our nation’s Capitol. One week from today, that same Capitol will host the inauguration of our new president. Both events will be defining chapters in tomorrow’s history books. But tomorrow is not today. We cannot stand idly... Read More
Leanly staffed foundations and donors have a unique opportunity to influence policy and create meaningful change. The Advocacy Field Guide for Lean Funders provides a practical, step-by-step roadmap to help you navigate advocacy with confidence—leveraging your expertise, relationships, and resources to drive real results. Why This Guide? Many funders hesitate to engage in advocacy, worried... Read More
Funders are being asked to show how they are addressing social inequities by specifying what they do and how they are doing it—as well as who they are. How does philanthropy begin to embed equity into grantmaking, policies, and culture? Healthy Communities Foundation has been on a journey to address this question by advancing health... Read More
As the damaging impact of centuries of structural inequity and prejudice comes to the forefront of our national conversation, many members of the philanthropic community have leveraged their grantmaking to empower organizations that are working on the frontlines to bring balance to an unjust system. In this webinar with Glenmede, Essma Bengabsia will share the... Read More
It is with tremendous gratitude that I come to the end of my 26 years as Executive Director of the Butler Family Fund. It’s been my joy and privilege to work with extraordinary, courageous, innovative, and inspiring advocates and organizations. This constellation of brave people and groups has done so much to make our world... Read More
Equity is a buzzword heard seemingly everywhere these days. For some, equity is about opportunity. For others, it’s the full inclusion of an entire region’s residents in the economic, social and political life of the area. In the nonprofit and philanthropic space, equity is undeniably central to our mission, despite its varying definitions. Commissioning an... Read More