Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies

For nine years, the Schusterman Fellowship supported, cultivated and invested in nearly 200 exceptional leaders across the globe.     Behind the program was the Fellowship team. From day one, these professionals ran an impactful leadership development program while nurturing a workplace culture that kept them engaged and fulfilled—encouraging them to grow alongside the leaders they supported.      Every manager can take steps to build a culture that values their teammates and fuels success. Here, Colleen Cruikshank, who served as Director of the Schusterman Fellowship, uncovers four core practices that helped her team foster trust, cultivate joy and achieve their goals: https://lnkd.in/epra2xqx #LeadershipDevelopment #Leadership #TeamCulture

Today at the U.S. Department of Commerce National Child Care Innovation Summit, we joined leaders from the Annie E. Casey Foundation, BUFFETT EARLY CHILDHOOD FUND, The Kresge Foundation, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Pivotal Ventures, Rockefeller Family Fund, and Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies in announcing the launch of the Investing in America Child Care Partnership. This partnership is a new coordinated effort to leverage federal infrastructure funding to strengthen local child care systems and increase access to high-quality, affordable child care in communities that house America’s growing infrastructure workforce. Learn more ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gBc3bB5x

As #Pride Month draws to a close, Idit Klein, President and CEO of our grantee, Keshet, reminds us that the values central to Pride can serve as a powerful compass for navigating times of division and uncertainty. By engaging in vulnerable conversations, leaning into connection and authenticity, and collectively challenging injustice, we can forge a clearer path toward a more just world. Read her full message: https://lnkd.in/ecDBRUT4.

The most significant gun violence prevention law in decades, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (#BSCA), was signed into law two years ago. 📜 This landmark legislation has helped to make our communities safer, even as more work remains. Thanks to BSCA's investment of $250 million over five years and ongoing funding to support Community Violence Intervention (#CVI) programs, the White House has supported nearly 80 CVI initiatives across the country. These programs are crucial to disrupting systemic inequities in our policing system, reducing harm and fostering safer communities. We are grateful for the current administration’s commitment to supporting CVI and to the organizations part of our grantee, the Coalition to Advance Public Safety, for leading this work: Cities United, Community Based Public Safety Collective, The Health Alliance for Violence Intervention and The National Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (NICJR).

What is being trans in prison really like? Our grantee, The Marshall Project, interviewed Willow, Ronnie, Reiyn and April, four trans individuals, to learn more about their experiences in the criminal justice system. The interviews revealed that trans people in prison, like those outside of it, are denied gender-affirming care, misgendered by the people meant to ensure their safety and disproportionately targeted by sexual violence. This month, as we celebrate #Pride against the backdrop of rising anti-trans legislation, we are reminded of the urgent need to ensure the safety and dignity of our community members, including trans people in and beyond prison walls. Hear Willow, Ronnie, Reiyn and April’s stories: https://lnkd.in/eHn82aWi

In the past two years since Roe v. Wade was overturned, our grantees have been leading efforts nationwide to... 🫂 provide people with essential care 🫂 support travel and childcare expenses for patients 🫂 protect individuals at risk of harassment or prosecution 🫂 educate voters about ballot initiatives connected to abortion access 🫂 advance policies that expand access & defend against harmful legislation We are grateful for our grantees’ commitment to ensuring that women—particularly Black, Indigenous and women of color—and transgender and gender-expansive people have freedom and control over their bodies and futures. Hear directly from our grantees and a growing network of activists, clinic workers, faith leaders and volunteers working each day to expand access to care and navigate the post-Roe landscape: https://bit.ly/3KW6AnZ #ReproductiveRights #RoeVWade #HealthcareAccess

We were thrilled to introduce our grantee SRE Network's new Executive Director, Rachel Gildiner, at their annual convening earlier this month! With a belief in the power of relationships, deep listening and collective impact, Rachel brings a clear vision for progress: “I am honored to join this incredible team and lead our mission of advancing equity within the Jewish community,” Rachel shared. “Together, we will build on our strong foundation of ensuring that women and people with marginalized identities have the opportunity to thrive in safe, respectful and equitable work environments." We are delighted to support Rachel as she guides SRE Network and the entire Jewish community toward a brighter, more sustainable future. Learn more about Rachel and SRE Network's convening: https://bit.ly/4ey42dp

#Juneteenth is both a joyous celebration and a stark reminder of our nation's long history of racial inequity and ongoing pursuit of justice. This year, we honor this day by spotlighting an important part of our collective efforts toward justice: ensuring future generations have the educational opportunities to thrive. Our grantee, EdTrust's #LeadingWithExcellence campaign champions increasing the diversity of our educator workforce to create safe, inclusive spaces for students of color and ensure all students receive meaningful, affirming instruction. These educational experiences pave the way to diversity in leadership—and ultimately build upon our progress toward racial equity and healing. Learn more about #LeadingWithExcellence and how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/3RysNwg

Across the globe, Jewish organizations are working to ensure their LGBTQ+ community members feel loved, safe, supported and celebrated. This #Pride month, we're highlighting our grantees leading the way. 🏳️🌈    From uplifting the voices of Jewish queer youth to equipping Jewish institutions and families with essential resources and information, these organizations are helping to shape more vibrant and inclusive Jewish communities.    Explore their offerings in the comments. ⬇️ 

An accessible, efficient and equitable social safety net is crucial to reducing intergenerational poverty and systemic inequities—and giving everyone a better shot at economic mobility. That’s why Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies is thrilled to be part of The Families and Workers Fund's new Benefits Access and Equity Initiative. Together with other funders, nonprofits and government agencies, this collaborative initiative will bridge the gap between eligible people and critical lifelines like unemployment insurance, Medicaid and SNAP. Discover how you can join us in increasing access to public benefits programs: https://bit.ly/45nkIju.