In 2021, the Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) engaged its members, nonprofit stakeholders, and board to update its principles for philanthropy, which were first adopted in 1996. Together, MCF’s community … Continued
Trust-based philanthropy is often described as an approach to grantmaking that advocates for a shift away from the transactional and more toward the relational. This is typically paired with calls … Continued
Over the last decade, Intermediary Organizations have come into prominence in philanthropic circles, serving as the connector with organizations responsible for implementation. In this presentation we will share findings from … Continued
As funders work to share power and increase equity in their grantmaking, many are exploring the practice of participatory grantmaking (PGM). In this short talk, we share the experience we’ve … Continued
When communities participate in philanthropic processes, it leads to more authentic discussions and improved outcomes for everyone and, ultimately, equitable power redistribution. How has it really looked to have nonprofits … Continued
Contributing to a more just and equitable nonprofit sector requires foundations to be open to trying new things. How can we practice responsive and adaptive grantmaking, embrace learning, and work … Continued
PEAK Grantmaking and Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) present the first session of a three-part learning and professional development series where we explore career journeys in philanthropy, equity as an … Continued
As funders look to embrace equity within their grantmaking practices, they have begun to explore how equity can shape their evaluative practices. From integrating cultural competence to questioning the myth … Continued
In her riveting opening keynote for PEAK2021, Black Voters Matter founder LaTosha Brown asked the audience to consider what possibilities would exist if racism was eliminated, urging everyone to claim … Continued
Closing PEAK2021 on a high note, PEAK President and CEO Satonya Fair hosted a panel of foundation leaders, all women of color, to discuss and examine the changing face of … Continued