As foundation staff and boards continue to do the critical work of consciousness raising*, relationship-building and culture-shifting along their racial equity** journeys we’re increasingly hearing our clients ask, “What’s next?” “How do we go deeper?” “How do we put our commitment into practice...
Over the last several months, Philanthropy Northwest has been attempting to deepen and expand the conversation around reparative action in philanthropy within our region. To do this, we sought to lean into learning from and about folks who are already engaged in the journey of repair through...
In late 2021, LBC Action invited Philanthropy Northwest to explore a partnership with the WA Outdoors Project, an initiative to strengthen organizational collaboration to promote equitable resources and opportunities for Washington youth to connect to the outdoors. Philanthropy Northwest is...
Join Philanthropy Northwest for a conversation with Hanif Fazal, author of his debut upcoming book, "An Other World." Hanif, the co-founder of the Center for Equity & Inclusion, wrote "An Other World" to nurture the...
As Philanthropy Northwest continues forward in our organizational equity journey, we have continued to reckon with the importance of repair. While unearthing the roots of systemic inequities is a great first step, engaging in reparative action in partnership with harmed communities is critical...
For leaders in philanthropy working to advance racial equity with their organizations, Can we talk about…? a podcast on leading for racial equity in philanthropy offers not a roadmap or checklist but stories – honest reflections, bold moves, aha moments, moments of fear, discomfort, joy and levity — to guide and support you along your journey.
Considering diverse perspectives and experiences is critical to effective grantmaking and foundation programming. Practicing equity requires slowing down to reflect on the ways we can facilitate a more equitable and inclusive grantmaking process. This training is designed for mid-to senior-level...
