In this no-holds-barred panel, presenters will examine two case studies where inequitable past discretionary grantmaking practices prevented BIPOC-led nonprofits from getting adequate funding, and the truth-telling (humility), relationship-building (humanity) and … 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
Changing philanthropy requires our collective creativity to innovate and adopt new models for governing philanthropic resources to redistribute wealth, democratize power and shift economic control to communities. In this session, … Continued
Being a trustworthy partner is the first step in building strong relationships with grantees. Yet, in the current system, the rules of the game are often rigged against some communities … Continued
The philanthropic sector’s response to the health and humanitarian crises of 2020 demonstrated that rapid change is not only possible in philanthropy, but absolutely necessary to maximizing impact. In this … 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
Throughout the global crises of the past year, the calls to action for foundations to make multi-year, general operating support grants have escalated. Many grantmakers may support such efforts to … Continued
During this interactive session, participants will see how pro-bono service can be a viable solution to bridge the skills and resource gaps that exist in the nonprofit sector, particularly among … Continued
The Philanthropy for a Racially Equitable Greater Chicago Initiative (PREGC) has played a strategic role in advancing racial equity across Cook County by supporting people-of-color-led organizations, individuals, and advocates to … Continued
A year and a half since the global outbreak of COVID-19, the world is still recovering. In 2020, we saw grantmakers react swiftly, not only directing money to organizations on … Continued