Celebrating the Voice, Vision and Value of Black Women in Philanthropy

Celebrating the Voice, Vision and Value of Black Women in Philanthropy

Toya Randall is the creator of Voice. Vision. Value., a site elevating Black women in philanthropy. We talk to Randall about the challenges facing Black women in the sector, their unique perspectives—and what still needs to change.

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Funding Racial Equity and Justice in the COVID-19 Era and Beyond

Funding Racial Equity and Justice in the COVID-19 Era and Beyond

The Philanthropic Initiative for Racial Equity has helped grantmakers employ a racial equity lens since 2003. We talk to its founder and ED Lori Villarosa about PRE’s work and how funders can best respond to COVID-19.

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The Hardest Hit: Who is Supporting Communities of Color During COVID-19?

The Hardest Hit: Who is Supporting Communities of Color During COVID-19?

As the coronavirus crisis spotlights and amplifies deep inequities in U.S. society, a growing number of emergency philanthropic funds have sprung up to provide targeted help for people of color.

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New Funding and New Alliances Fuel a Stepped Up Legal Push for Racial Justice

New Funding and New Alliances Fuel a Stepped Up Legal Push for Racial Justice

The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund has been battling for civil rights since the 1950s. Now, with a big new infusion of funding and growing ties with local activists groups, it’s expanding its racial justice litigation work.

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Making Amends: How Funders Can Address Slavery’s Legacy

Making Amends: How Funders Can Address Slavery’s Legacy

It has been 400 years since slavery began in the U.S. How can funders address slavery’s many legacies, like the racial wealth gap? What should a foundation with historic ties to slavery do? How can funders support black-led change?

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