As my fellow Exponent Philanthropy staff, colleagues, and board members continue on our journey to actively embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity I find myself, as a funder, thinking about things differently. Each new seed of insight doesn’t cause an immediate seismic shift in my grantmaking, but is a catalyst for cleaning my glasses, opening my... Read More
Over the past few years, there has been an uptick in conversations, meetings, and efforts to embrace equity in philanthropy. Sometimes we see this growing interest manifest as a new portfolio; sometimes it’s embedded in a revised mission and vision. This movement has been a long time coming, and there are many who have toiled... Read More
Pricing: $175 (members) | $350 (nonmembers) Disability inclusion isn’t just a best practice – it’s a justice imperative. At a moment when federal actions are increasingly threatening the rights and community inclusion of people with disabilities, philanthropy has a critical role to play. Join this workshop to gain foundational knowledge and practical tools to integrate... Read More
This year, Exponent Philanthropy celebrates 30 years of supporting, connecting, and amplifying the impact of lean funders and transforming communities through informed giving. As philanthropy faces rapid change, growing complexity, and ever-increasing community needs, the role of lean funders — and the need for strong peer connections, practical resources, and community-connected leadership — has never... Read More
1. Blog Objectives Our blog supports the goals set out in our 2024-2027 Strategic Plan: Goal 1: Amplify the Voice of Lean Funders Goal 2: Enhance the Impact of Lean Funders Goal 3: Accelerate Racial Equity & Disability Inclusion Among Lean Funders Goal 4: Expedite a Sustainable Organizational Future 2. Understanding Our Audience Our primary... Read More
“What do you need?” It may be one of the simple questions a funder can ask, and one of the most transformative. In this moment, that question carries new urgency. Across our communities, nonprofits are under real strain, taking on more risk and doing more with fewer resources. Philanthropy is being called to respond. The... Read More