The Funders Network – Impact at the Intersection of Environment, Economy and Equity

What We Believe

The Funders Network is a robust network of more than 170 national, regional and community foundations across the U.S. and Canada who are committed to supporting efforts to create communities and regions that are sustainable, prosperous and just.

We embrace a foundational and cross-cutting commitment to racial equity in order to address environmental, economic and social injustices — helping our members deepen connections, ignite action and improve outcomes.

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“The Funders Network is a diverse group of funders and partners united by a common goal: to create a more sustainable, prosperous and equitable future for all. We’re committed to helping our members, in partnership with their communities, find intersectional solutions that combat environmental, economic and racial injustices.”

Patricia L. Smith, President & CEO, The Funders Network

"If we truly want to tackle deep and damaging racial, economic and environmental inequities, we need to support sustained and urgent action. We cannot afford to work in silos. TFN is a place where funders can come together to learn, share and align the strategies that will make lasting impacts."

Craig Martinez of The California Endowment, Chairperson of TFN’s Board of Directors and a PLACES Alum

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Liberty Hill Foundation

LibertyHill

The Liberty Hill Community mourns the lives lost from the violent mass shootings and gun violence that occurred over the weekend in Monterey Park. Learn more about resources in the thread below. https://t.co/KpoIpwYXMi 3 Retweets

Cal Wellness

calwellness

Monterey Park: We Stand With You
https://t.co/QeFk8GaasV 3 Retweets

HEFN

HEFNorg

We're so excited that Melanie is joining HEFN's leadership! She brings great expertise and FUN to the community. Always glad to have more connection with our friends at @Funders_Network and @MottFoundation https://t.co/4BaXAZlRdb 1 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

It's #TFN #ClimateMonday! 🌎 Congratulations to Melanie Moore from the @MottFoundation for joining @HEFNorg's Steering Committee! Melanie is a PLACES alum and on #TFN's Urban Water Funders Steering Committee. Congratulations, Melanie! 😍 6 Likes

Mott Foundation

MottFoundation

U.S. and Canadian officials have developed a plan to help states and provinces around the Great Lakes prepare for the effects of climate change. @MichiganRadio, a member of the Mott-supported Great Lakes News Collaborative, explores the issues.
https://t.co/TRDKOUCLuI 1 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

It's #TFN #FeaturedFriday! 🎉 Join @unitedphilforum for #FOH2023 in Washington D.C. Feb. 27-March 1! Check out what's in store 👇🏾 https://t.co/LlZUBKyMml

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

Will we 👀 you in New Orleans for ?! Register by Feb. 18 to take advantage of our early bird r....

Will we 👀 you in New Orleans for #TFN2023?! Register by Feb. 18 to take advantage of our early bird rate! #TFN2023 #philanthropy #funders
💡Learn more about what we have in store: https://t.co/Iy1iLIYko6 https://t.co/8RsigvwWAQ 2 Likes

Partnership for Southern Equity

PSEquityMatters

Congratulations to our Founder and CEqO, Nathaniel Smith, on being named to Georgia Trend's list of 2023 Most Influential Georgians!
Read more about his honor and the full list here: https://t.co/SY4DqLrF9s https://t.co/jKxU3Po22P 1 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

Congratulations, Nathaniel Smith of @PSEquityMatters! 👏🏾 We are beyond excited to have Nathaniel as a co-chair for #TFN2023! 🎉 https://t.co/S6ifJb7mW9

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

Don't forget to #register for the Urban Water Funders Annual Convening Jan. 30-31!
We are so excited that Jonathan Nelson, Senior Advisor for the USEPA, will join us as the keynote speaker 😍
🌟Learn more: https://t.co/tWQTaxcOeN https://t.co/lxtI34JOi9 1 Likes 2 Retweets

Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties

SDCatalyst

Partner Event 🌟 Join your fellow urban water funders in LA Jan 30th & 31st for The Funders Network annual convening, where you can strategize, collaborate, and align to support a powerful ecosystem advancing #waterjustice: https://t.co/4THtGb4zmz. @Funders_Network @WaterFdn https://t.co/gMaUrZ39q7 1 Retweets

Partnership for Southern Equity

PSEquityMatters

"A social movement that only moves people is merely a revolt.
A movement that changes both people and institutions is a revolution."
-Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
#OnwardsTowardsEquity #TogetherWeProsper #MLKDay https://t.co/RaW7whTKnj 4 Retweets

The Kendeda Fund

kendedafund

Dr. King's words...as resonant today as they were 60 years ago. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly." #MLKDay https://t.co/QuSW2HcIcS 9 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

💡“We received a grant from The Funders Network for emergency preparedness activities. We’re choosing to distribute the funds to the fire departments that serve our smallest communities. We’re thrilled to help others, help others.”

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

🌟Lakes Area Radio: https://t.co/w7ChYd72OY

What We Believe

The Funders Network is a robust network of more than 170 national, regional and community foundations across the U.S. and Canada who are committed to supporting efforts to create communities and regions that are sustainable, prosperous and just.

We embrace a foundational and cross-cutting commitment to racial equity in order to address environmental, economic and social injustices — helping our members deepen connections, ignite action and improve outcomes.

What's New

Going PLACES: 2022 PLACES Fellowship – In Retrospect

Going PLACES: Reflecting on inclusive strategies to economic growth in Oklahoma City

TFN’s 2023 Annual Conference: A message from our TFN2023 Conference Co-Chairs!

New Grant Opportunities: Partners for Places grant applications now open!

Los Angeles Funders Collaborative 2022 In-Person Gathering (Cross-Post)

Thank you to our TFN2023 conference planning committee!

Climate Funders Collaborative (Baja, Imperial, San Diego Region): Smart Growth California’s Newest Working Group! (Cross-post)

Barr Foundation: New Tool for Climate Nonprofits to Assess Progress on Racial Equity | Cross-post

We Asked Three Funders to ‘Imagine a Day Without Water’

"If we truly want to tackle deep and damaging racial, economic and environmental inequities, we need to support sustained and urgent action. We cannot afford to work in silos. TFN is a place where funders can come together to learn, share and align the strategies that will make lasting impacts."

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