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Organizing and Activism

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    Supporting Grassroots Feminist Organizations in Ukraine

    Alliance Magazine Mar 6, 2025

    As I finish this piece during the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, I reflect on the main lesson I’ve learned as a feminist practitioner in a country enduring existential threat: one cannot ……

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    The Underfunding of Black Communities: How To Change Philanthropy’s Old Habits

    National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy Feb 26, 2025

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    Leadership Transitions Make Way for Innovation in Gender Justice Organizing

    The 19th Feb 20, 2025

    “There will ultimately be backlash to the backlash, and it’s our job to swing the pendulum back,” said Shaunna Thomas, outgoing executive director of women’s group UltraViolet.

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    Climate Gentrification Harms Black Homeowners in the Aftermath of the LA Wildfires

    The Guardian Feb 17, 2025

    The slogan has been appearing on posters, fliers and social media in support of the small and racially diverse suburb…

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    Scaling Initiatives for Impact Amidst Uncertainty

    The Center for Effective Philanthropy Feb 17, 2025

    How can funders support sustainable scaling for their nonprofit partners during times of uncertainty and instability?

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  • Inside India’s First LGBTQ+ Philanthropy Fund

    The Hindu Feb 13, 2025

    Grammy Award-winning singer and queer activist Chappell Roan’s ‘Pink Pony Club’ is more than just a shimmering, euphoric pop anthem — it is a love letter to self-discovery, freedom, and…

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  • Strengthening Democracy Through Philanthropy

    The Nation Jan 16, 2025

    Progressive philanthropy lacks good strategy, so too many of our organizations are hollow—and that left us unable to prevent a second Trump term and strengthen democracy through philanthropy. In the…

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  • DAFs as a Tool for Activism

    Fast Company Jan 16, 2025

    In just a few days, Donald Trump will return to the White House, and the political activist class is already in full gear, showing the potential of DAFs as a…

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  • Community Groups Support LA Wildfire Relief Efforts

    The Guardian Jan 15, 2025

    As California state and federal agencies lag in their response to the widespread wildfires that erupted this week in Los Angeles, a network of grassroots organizations and small businesses have launched their own disaster relief…

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  • Citizen Assemblies: How Everyday People Can Make Change in Their Communities

    The Associated Press Jan 3, 2025

    Eliza Wilson is a little nervous as she draws the microphone close at the citizen assembly, but she is determined to share her life story. “My father was a disabled…

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  • Funding Sex Worker-led Movements

    Alliance Magazine Dec 25, 2024

    It’s no surprise that sex workers continue to face societal oppression. Throughout history, demands for women’s sexual agency and erotic autonomy have acutely threatened mainstream ideals of femininity as respectable,…

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  • Latin American Philanthropy Conference Brings Community Leaders Together

    Alliance Magazine Dec 25, 2024

    The Latin American Philanthropy and Generosity Conference, which took place in Panama on 23 September 2024, marked a significant milestone in the region’s evolving philanthropic landscape. Organized by GivingTuesday’s Latin…

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