Racial Equity in Lean Foundations: Staying the Course Toward Inclusive Philanthropy

About

Lean funders are uniquely positioned to advance racial equity—through close relationships, nimble decision-making, and a focus on community voice. But what does racial equity work look like in 2025?

Join Exponent Philanthropy for a data-rich, practice-oriented walk-through of our 2025 Racial Equity in Lean Foundations publication. We’ll unpack key trends in governance, grantmaking, and operations; spotlight practical moves any foundation with few or no staff can make; and hear brief examples from lean funders who are embedding equity in everyday decisions. You’ll also have the chance to connect with your peers to discuss how you are approaching racial equity work in 2025.

A recording of this program will be available to those who register. 

Speaker

Brendan McCormick, Director of Research at Exponent Philanthropy, works with staff, members, and partners to develop resources grounded in research. He leads our efforts to learn more about our community of lean funders. Brendan focuses on how foundations approach impact and evaluation, investments, operations, demographics, and equity practices. 

Who Should Attend

This program is open to foundation donors, trustees, and staff; individual donors; donor advised fund holders; and members of giving circles. 

Registration and Other Policies

Please register by clicking this link, even for complimentary programs. Prior to the webinar, you will receive your unique webinar access information. By registering for this program, participants are agreeing to Exponent Philanthropy’s Participant Guidelines. Please contact us by email or at 202-580-6560 if you have any questions. 

Members can access past webinars in our webinar archive. 

Platform and Accessibility

This program uses Zoom; automated closed captioning available. We can provide additional accommodations upon request (e.g. live captioner, ASL interpreter). Please contact info@exponentphilanthropy.org or call 202-580-6560 by October 15th if you need any accommodations.