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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The Funders Network

Funders_Network

🗣️Early Bird rates end today! Don't miss out on #TFN2021 March 15-17! Join us to explore the strategies & stories that create more equitable, sustainable, & resilient places to live. Register for #TFN2021: https://t.co/IqrTVeHTfN https://t.co/LTnBeWeAy5 4 Likes 5 Retweets

ImpactED

ImpactEDphl

What's the 'The Network Effect'? It describes how organizations designed around large, diverse networks enjoy more success & impact than others. Learn how we leverage the network effect through our partnership w/ @WilliamPennFdn & @DiverseForce https://t.co/XsEln8OPQT https://t.co/A5tOQ5CYEs 2 Retweets

The Funders Network

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🚨Deadline today!🚨Are you a funder looking for frameworks and tools to advance ? Apply to T....

🚨Deadline today!🚨
Are you a funder looking for frameworks and tools to advance #systemschange? Apply to TFN's new 5-part Systems Transformation Learning Series, made possible by the @GarfieldFdn. Learn more here: https://t.co/wOLLeky3i5 #futureofphilanthropy https://t.co/SGyPfs5kXz 4 Likes

Smart Growth CA

SmartGrowthCA

Check out the recording from the fantastic conversation we co-hosted w/ @Socalgrantmaker @Funders_Network @EGAconnects, and learn from @SmartGrowthCEO @SmartGrowthUSA @katenrg @Cal_OPR @estolanoadvises @ResourcesLF https://t.co/19aRpKi0dZ @NorCalGrant @SDCatalyst @CalCFs 3 Retweets

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Join @Funders_Network 2021 Virtual Conference: Rise Together March 15-17! #TFN2021 will create a virtual space to explore the strategies & stories that create more equitable, sustainable, & resilient places to live. Register for #TFN2021: https://t.co/rMwDZlDWCJ https://t.co/q4aiB3mlBD 1 Retweets

DisasterPhilanthropy

funds4disaster

Climate-related disasters highlight underlying economic, social & racial inequities. Whether it’s flooding or severe cold, the history of our response to disasters is that historically marginalized communities are hit first and have to suffer the longest. https://t.co/slk0MjTJaP 2 Retweets

The Funders Network

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Join @funds4disaster March 11 at 2 p.m. as they share research examining COVID-19 philanthropy one year into the pandemic. Register: https://t.co/KumWamMaS3 #CDP4Recovery https://t.co/iKzpoNewfF 2 Likes 1 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

"The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is deeply concerned about the winter storm’s impact on communities of color, people living in poverty & other underserved communities."
@Regine4Disaster of @funds4disaster (a partner in #TFNPPREP's learning cohort) shares how to help👇 https://t.co/2jO4aFFC2S 2 Likes

Grantmakers In Health

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Smart Growth CA

SmartGrowthCA

Funders, it's not too late to rsvp for this all-star conversation we're cohosting w/ @Socalgrantmaker @Funders_Network @EGAconnects. Learn from @SmartGrowthCEO @SmartGrowthUSA @katenrg @Cal_OPR @estolanoadvises @ResourcesLF https://t.co/RaNMesqza0 @NorCalGrant @SDCatalyst @CalCFs 4 Retweets

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Funders_Network

✨A huge TFN thanks to Marci Ovadia (@MagdalenaOnFire) for being a part of the #TFNPLACES community for so many years. 🎉And equally huge congrats to Marci in her new role as Director of Strategic Communications and Media Relations at @equitableeval! https://t.co/00h7LiT18T 4 Likes

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

We've extended the early bird application period for TFN's Systems Transformation Learning Series, facilitated by @WeAreCoCreative & made possible by @GarfieldFdn.
👉Apply before 2/17 for discounted registration! More info here: https://t.co/LF05XNnhYB #futureofphilanthropy https://t.co/MPhESvnJXq 5 Likes 3 Retweets

Garfield Foundation

GarfieldFdn

Are you a funder looking for frameworks and tools to catalyze #systemschange?✨APPLY TODAY✨for the new 5-part Systems Transformation Learning Series, hosted by @Funders_Network. Deadline Feb. 12. Add'l details here: https://t.co/pg1wOAG6JH #futureofphilanthropy https://t.co/omLyWIYrBB 3 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

Congratulations @saraminzadeh & thank you for your support of #TFNUrbanWaterFunders! Best of luck in your new role @USWaterAlliance 🎉 🎉 🎉 https://t.co/cS7rDcUnTq 9 Likes 1 Retweets

California Endowment

CalEndow

The Bay Area is experiencing a surge in street violence against our API elders. #VichaRatanapakdee is a tragic casualty of this trend.
Now is the time for solidarity with our API community and a call for accountability as we work to protect one another.
#StandWithOurElders https://t.co/6CIBRG5EuV 19 Retweets

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

"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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