Since 2020, AmeriCorps has been a vital partner to Step Up, providing access to young talent who build capacity for our organization and enable us to share our mentorship programs with more teens and young women through the VISTA (Volunteers in Service To America) program. Countless other nonprofits and individuals have benefited from AmeriCorps' national service for nearly 30 years. Now, national service is on the chopping block as Congress considers cutting the budget for this meaningful work in half. This would eliminate tens of thousands of national service member opportunities, affecting both those who serve and those who benefit from the service of these dedicated individuals. Please join Step Up in asking both the House and the Senate to reject the proposal and invest in AmeriCorps to continue the impact of national service that our nation has benefited from since 1993. To learn more about this issue, please read: https://lnkd.in/gVDPDtyv
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Notwithstanding my clumsy physics analogy, what do you think? How is this affecting your work? How would you like to see Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems Funders (SAFSF) hold space for conversation and action on this topic? "Newton’s Third Law of Motion says that every action has an equal and opposite reaction. This immutable relationship between physical objects makes productive activity like forward motion by walking, swimming, tires rolling or wings flapping possible. Depending on the makeup of the two objects that are interacting with each other, it can also have destructive results, like a wrecking ball meeting a wall of bricks and mortar, a windshield meeting a flying bug, or much worse. (I was definitely not a science major, by the way.) Does this law hold for society and our interactions as people? It seems like some actions get no reaction at all, while others get reactions that are wildly out of proportion. Maybe some of the action/reaction dynamic is tied up in the long arc of the moral universe that Martin Luther King Jr spoke of. Maybe with each action/reaction event over time, the moves toward justice go just a little farther than the moves away from justice, bending that arc whether we can see it from our current vantage point or not. Philanthropy and the nonprofits you support are grappling with the implications of this summer’s Supreme Court decision limiting the use of race-based factors to achieve greater racial equity in college admissions. The effects of this decision will reach every area of society where affirmative action policies have begun to disrupt, if not repair, structural inequities. I wonder whether the USDA anticipated this decision when it evaded the efforts of groups like the Federation of Southern Cooperatives to fight the legal challenges to the Black farmer debt relief program in court last year, when they swapped it for a race-neutral debt relief provision in the Inflation Reduction Act. It makes me think about the way the Third Law of Motion, the equal and opposite reaction, operates with the First Law of Motion, which most of us know as inertia, that says an object will keep moving until a force works on it to stop it. In the action of a pendulum, the swing in one direction is countered by the reaction of the force of gravity to bring the pendulum back towards the center, eventually slowing the back-and-forth movement to smaller and smaller increments until the pendulum is still. The distance of reaction swing stops a little bit short of fully matching the previous one, slowly bringing the forces into equilibrium, unless a new force pushes the swing further. How far will the actions of society, of nonprofits, of philanthropy, of your organization, go to counter this most recent reaction? How far will our actions go to dampen the counterattack, the reaction swing, and, despite what feels like a setback, continue pushing that arc just a little bit more towards justice?"
Check out this most recent blog post by SAFSF VP, Renee Catacalos on Affirmative Action. "Philanthropy and the nonprofits you support are grappling with the implications of this summer’s Supreme Court decision limiting the use of race-based factors to achieve greater racial equity in college admissions. The effects of this decision will reach every area of society where affirmative action policies have begun to disrupt, if not repair, structural inequities." We invite you to use the comment space and share how you see this impacting your work in philanthropy. https://lnkd.in/evZ7ypYc
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🌟 “Partner Powered” is more than just a phrase at Social Venture Partners Seattle; it’s the core of their work. In Spring 2021, SVP Seattle took a groundbreaking step by adopting a new approach to philanthropy with a Reimagined Vision, steering towards using philanthropy as a tool for racial justice and equity advocacy. This new approach highlights the significance of co-creation, emphasizing the collaborative design of initiatives with Partners, the non-profit leaders SVP Seattle works alongside, and those dedicated to its mission. Follow the link below to learn how SVP Seattle turned this vision into a program making an impact. #SVPSeattle #ReimagineVision #AdvocacyProgram #philanthropy
What does it mean to be Partner Powered? For SVP's new Advocacy Program, it meant teams of dedicated volunteer Partners spent two years bringing the vision to life. Thank you Tali Rausch, Terri Cole, Ruby Love, Renee Russak, Melissa Johnsen, Sherry Richardson, Braden Penhoet, John Clements, Regina Elmi, Kathryn O'Driscoll (She/Her), Roxanne Hood Lyons, Jane Harvey, Sharonne Navas, C.E.F., David Habib, Cathy Habib, Sharon H. Chen, Dr. Stephan Blanford, and Kris Kaminishi!
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Funding Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits is a racial justice imperative. New research from the Young, Black & Giving Back Institute reveals that Black-led nonprofits receive significantly less funding than their white-led counterparts. More on the findings, and how philanthropy can fuel this essential work, at the link: https://lnkd.in/dTmdZXqE
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Check out this amazing panel of Filipino lawyers sharing the work that government attorneys can do to advance social justice!!! My girl Carolyn Cole, Esq., CDE is the real deal, a true leader in the work of equity and inclusion!
Honored to be invited to speak on a virtual panel hosted by the National Filipino American Lawyers Association (NFALA) on January 17, 5-6 PM PST! We will be discussing the role of non-profit and government attorneys in advancing social justice! I will be joining other national leaders: Michael Aguhar, Program Director at the Crossroads Fund Kevin Benedicto, San Francisco Police Commission Rose Cuison-Villazor, Rutgers University Looking forward to it! Learn more and register to attend: https://lnkd.in/gXBiW4hf
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Explore the positive impact of DEI on nonprofit organizations with our latest #RaceToLead report, "Blocking the Backlash." Findings from over 3,000 nonprofit leaders show that DEI initiatives are effective, especially when organizations employ 5 or more DEI strategies. Despite the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action, DEI initiatives continue to create positive workplace satisfaction, especially for BIPOC staff. Learn more and download the report: https://bit.ly/3zWdWWp
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Explore the positive impact of DEI on nonprofit organizations with our latest #RaceToLead report, "Blocking the Backlash." Findings from over 3,000 nonprofit leaders show that DEI initiatives are effective, especially when organizations employ 5 or more DEI strategies. Despite the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action, DEI initiatives continue to create positive workplace satisfaction, especially for BIPOC staff. Learn more and download the report: https://bit.ly/3Yq6Bse
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KAPAAW launches New Nonprofit, the Kentucky Foundation for Black Women and Families (KFBWF): Addressing Systemic Inequities and Empowering Black Communities Lexington, KY – May 13, 2024 – The Kentucky Foundation for Black Women and Families, Incorporated (KFBWF) is proud to announce its official launch, dedicated to addressing systemic barriers and empowering Black women and families across Lexington, Kentucky. With a mission to combat inequities and provide tailored support, KFBWF aims to create lasting impact and positive change in our communities. Across our community, many Black women and families face systemic barriers and inequities that hinder their ability to thrive. Limited access to quality education, economic opportunities, and healthcare disproportionately affects Black individuals and families. Existing support systems often fail to address the unique challenges and experiences faced by Black women and families, leaving them underserved and overlooked. KFBWF Incorporated recognizes these challenges and is committed to providing tailored solutions and support to empower Black women and families. Our new programs, including after-school initiatives, family advocacy services, and workforce development opportunities, are designed to address the specific needs of our community. By offering comprehensive resources, mentorship, and educational programs, KFBWF Incorporated aims to bridge the gaps and create pathways to success for Black individuals and families. Through KFBWF programs, Black women and families will gain access to the tools, resources, and support they need to thrive. By participating in our initiatives, individuals will experience increased educational attainment, economic stability, and improved overall well-being. Ultimately, our goal is to empower Black women and families to lead fulfilling lives, achieve their dreams, and contribute positively to their communities. “We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.” - Maya Angelou For more information about KFBWF and our programs, visit: https://linktr.ee/kfbwf
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More than 75% of Black-led nonprofits operate with budgets under $500,000 annually, many even manage on just $30,000 a year. These organizations play a critical role in Black communities and across the country. This #BlackPhilanthropyMonth, the YOUNG BLACK & GIVING BACK INSTITUTE calls on funders to do more to support #BlackLedChange in a new report: https://lnkd.in/eHRPrdD6 Here are a few interesting highlights from the report (again, just a teaser!): 📍 Volunteer-Driven: 43.5% of these organizations operate without paid full-time employees, and 45.6% lack paid part-time employees, highlighting their reliance on volunteers. 📍 Founder-Led: Almost three-fourths of the surveyed organizations are led by their founders, who tend to have over a decade of experience in the nonprofit sector (52.9%). Thank you to Ebonie Johnson Cooper for including me in this initiative!
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"In our 40-year journey, we've taken our time to craft a child-sponsorship program that goes beyond convention. Every Child Counts is not just about helping children survive; it's about empowering them to thrive. We've meticulously designed this program to break free from the limitations of traditional models, ensuring that our donors are not just contributing financially but are actively participating in shaping the future of these young lives." — Our CEO, Mahmood Qasim To learn more about Every Child Counts, read: https://lnkd.in/gtEkxeUN
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Find out how to create a climate that helps individuals benefit from the diversity of people, ideas, knowledge, and experience that will bring success to your nonprofit. DEI is about providing access, opportunity, and support to your organization and the people you serve. Learn how to build unity in your nonprofit organization by embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Amira Barger, MBA,CVA,CFRE is one of the nation’s leading specialists on DEI. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eFaPrajK
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