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As the social sector grapples with improving its record on diversity, equity, and inclusion, the question of what exactly the record shows about philanthropy’s reach into specific communities emerges. After all, how can we work toward a more equitable sector if we don’t have a starting point of data to use as a benchmark to track progress and inform our impact? What demographic data are available to answer this question, and how can funders and grantees alike more diligently track and share this information?
All foundations can advocate by educating lawmakers on issues of importance to philanthropy, but there’s still uncertainty regarding the nuances and details that distinguish advocacy from lobbying. Hear from national partners as they share issues from the field in the ever-changing policy landscape. Learn how to support and strategize around initiatives that are most important to your community by exploring some of the tools of advocacy through the work of your peers.
Building the capacity of your grantees to engage in strong grant reporting and data practices is impossible without strengthening their overall organizational capacity. This workshop will help you identify specific grantmaking practices that will build your grantee’s capacity and fuel your own ability to learn from grant portfolios, share your learning internally and externally, and use these relationships to evolve your grantmaking strategy over time.
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