Nonprofit America Spotlight’s Post

🌟 Honoring Juneteenth at Clever  🌟 Tomorrow, we recognize Juneteenth, a day in 1865 when the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas finally learned of their emancipation more than 2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Juneteenth is a day that holds significant meaning in the ongoing fight for Black liberation today. We hope you will spend the day intentionally - whether that be self-education, allyship, or to simply rest and be with loved ones. ➡️ Ways to recognize: We encourage everyone to take actionable steps toward fostering equity. Support Black-owned businesses, donate to organizations that promote racial justice, engage in community service, attend a public celebration, read material on the history of and present day manifestations of systemic racism - particularly for Black communities. #LifeatClever #Juneteenth #DiversityAndInclusion #EquityInEdtech

Where much of #philanthropy is retrenching from #RacialJustice work in the wake of SCOTUS' ban on #AffirmativeAction, the Black Led Movement Fund (BLMF) is steadfast in resourcing and supporting Black-led movement orgs. The demands and questions raised during protests to the murders of #MichaelBrownJr in 2014, #GeorgeFloyd in 2020, and countless police murders before, in between, and since, remain unaddressed. And in their work, Black organizers continue to face alarming risks—from restrictions on protesting to RICO and domestic terrorism charges for doing so. Philanthropy cannot waver. What can funders do? READ: BLMF Program Director Julia Beatty joined friends from Compton Foundation, National Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice, and Common Defense for a panel at the Funders Committee on Civic Participation to answer this specific question. They offered five takeaways. https://lnkd.in/eKNyTs-C READ: The BLMF and Communities Transforming Policing Fund (CTPF) just launched the learnings from their Movement-Defined Learning (MDL) Project, a participatory learning and evaluation project designed to support community partners in defining their own impact and align philanthropic practices to their wisdom. https://lnkd.in/gyWa-Pgf

We are still fighting for freedom, regardless of being “given” a day. Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a significant day in American history marking the end of slavery in the United States. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and enslaved people were now free. This was two and a half years after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation. Recognizing Juneteenth is more than just acknowledging a date; it’s about honoring the struggles and achievements of Black Americans, reflecting on our history, and committing to actions that promote equality and justice. As businesses and individuals, we have the power and responsibility to show up for Black communities. One impactful way to do this is by supporting nonprofits that are dedicated to expanding their reach and helping those who are disenfranchised. Organizations like Fearless Fund, Colorful Connections, and more are on the front lines, working tirelessly to create opportunities and provide resources to those in need. By donating to these nonprofits, we can help amplify their efforts in areas such as education, economic empowerment, health care, and criminal justice reform. Your support can make a real difference in building a more equitable society. Let’s use this Juneteenth to not only celebrate but also to take meaningful action. Together, we can foster a future where freedom and equality are truly realized for all. Colorful Connections: https://lnkd.in/ekrcuvn3 Fearless Fund: https://www.fearless.fund/ #Juneteenth #Equality #SupportBlackCommunities #Nonprofit #Donate #SocialJustice #DiversityAndInclusion #happyjuneteenthiscomplicated #inclusion

As we approach five years since our founding, we are clearer than ever about the imperative and value of The Collective. In our role as a backbone organization for Black-led change—and the state’s leading philanthropic organization on racial justice—we support courageous visionaries across our state as they usher in a new tomorrow by shifting existing systems and creating new ones. We are not backing down—we are doubling down. Will you join us? By making an investment in the Black Collective Foundation MN, you can help: https://lnkd.in/gC-VU6P8 ⭐Resource Black-led Change: Through our grantmaking, we are ensuring our holistic well-being by investing in solutions that pair economic justice with healing justice and culture. ⭐Strengthen Race-Conscious Impact: We launched a new initiative called MN LEAD, building on a proven model from California. MN LEAD brings together a coalition of legal, advocacy, and philanthropic organizations that will offer strategic resources to help Minnesota-based organizations and funders better understand the legal landscape. ⭐Build Sustaining Power: The Collective will continue to ensure Black-led civic engagement and power-building organizations are amplified and strengthened. We invite you to make the Black Collective Foundation your foundation—your change home where you can activate your values, legacy and ideals. Give today. #GiveToTheMaxDay #BlackLedChange #CommunityWealth #InvestInChange #MinnesotaPhilanthropy

Calling all funders! Join the Fund For Housing and Opportunity, Funders Together to End Homelessness, and ABFE. A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities for a Policy Funder Call on Friday (10/25) where we'll dig into how funders can respond to attacks on racial justice and ensure marginalized communities are at the forefront of housing advocacy efforts. REGISTER HERE ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gBxqS76b As we approach the upcoming election, racial justice and equity are facing constant attacks, particularly targeting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. Given the escalating political climate and these attacks, philanthropy can play a crucial role in sustaining progress and advancing housing justice. During the call, we'll identify key strategies on how to navigate these challenges and support racial and housing justice efforts, both during the election season and in the advocacy work that follows for funders to adopt in both pre- and post-election advocacy. Speakers include: 🔥 Amanda Andere, CEO, Funders Together to End Homelessness   🔥 Susan Bass Roberts, President, Pohlad Family Foundation 🔥 Susan Taylor Batten, President & CEO, ABFE. A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities 🔥 Dr. Tiffany Manuel, President & CEO, TheCaseMade

How can businesses and colleagues be effective allies to Black employees year-round? #BlackHistoryMonth Within the WomenEd charity we work on improving the representation of Black members of our community. Two of our Trustees are from the global majority and we recently held a webinar on unlocking the race issues in becoming a teacher. One of our 4 campaigns highlighted in our new book #DisruptiveWomen is focused on women’s stories and advice on how to support more Black women into the teaching profession and how to be an effective ally to the global majority. 💜💜💜 #LinkedInNewsUK

Did you know August is Black Philanthropy Month? Learn how you can get involved with #BPM this year: https://hubs.li/Q02KlHrt0 #BPM2024 #AfroFuturesofGiving #BlackFundingFutures

The Power of Allies in Elevating Black-Focused Nonprofits As we celebrate Black Philanthropy Month, let’s talk about something crucial—the power of allies in lifting up Black-led initiatives. Non-Black allies have an incredible opportunity to make a real impact by sharing their resources, platforms, and networks. By doing so, they help these organizations gain visibility, secure funding, and achieve long-term sustainability. Take, for example, Black Empowerment Works (BEW), part of United Way of Cincinnati's Black-Led Social Change initiative. BEW is all about equity, focusing on Black self-determination, social mobility, and economic prosperity by funding grassroots, Black-led projects. Since 2020, BEW has invested over $5 million into 130 initiatives, with a mission to address the over-representation of Black families in poverty and to drive more investment into Black-led community solutions. Let’s keep this movement going strong and support Black-Led and Focused Nonprofits! #BlackPhilanthropyMonth #NonprofitSupport #BlackLeadership

We know that sustainable impact requires more than momentary funding. 🌱 Principle 5 emphasizes the critical need for flexible, general support for the operations of Black organizations. As a philanthropic advisor, I recognize that sustained growth and impact demand resources that go beyond project-specific funding. 💵 Applying this principle means acknowledging that operational support for Black organizations is essential for organizational impact. By providing flexible, general funding, we enable these organizations to thrive over time. It's a tangible commitment to their longevity and the lasting impact they can have in their communities.✨ This is a call for operational support - a transformative step toward reshaping the future of the nonprofit sector. Let's turn this principle into action, ensuring that Black organizations receive the comprehensive support needed for sustained success! 🚀🚀🚀 #support #flexibility #philanthropy

Observed every August, Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) is a global celebration and campaign focused on elevating African-descent giving. Created by Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland and the Pan-African Women’s Philanthropy Network (PAWPNet), BPM launched in 2011 to commemorate the United Nations Year and Decade of People of African Descent. As we know, the practice of philanthropy is rooted in an unspoken contract committed to the collective benefit of the community, however, the perception of who may be defined as a philanthropist has not always prioritized Black communities. Often, Black communities are seen as the recipients of aid rather than as individuals actively engaging in the practice of philanthropy, however, Black households donate a higher share of their wealth than white households. More than any other racial group, African American families contributed the largest portion of their wealth to charity. According to a report by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Black households give 25% more of their income annually than white households, and nearly two-thirds of African-American households donate to organizations and causes, totaling $11 billion each year. This statistic is notable because of the racial wealth gap that puts African Americans significantly behind other racial groups. According to research from the Urban Institute, the average white man earns $2.7 million over a lifetime, while the average Black man earns $1.8 million and the average Hispanic man earns $2.0 million. Despite the racial wealth gap, Black households continue to prioritize giving. As we acknowledge and celebrate Black Philanthropy Month, I invite you to join me in investing in the work of the Urban League of Middle Tennessee.