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

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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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Smart Growth CA

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California funders! Become a @Funders_Network's #PLACES Fellow to be equipped with the tools and resources to understand, challenge and change systemic inequities as a grantmaker! Apply by 1/21: https://t.co/AO13HuY5LT. 2 Retweets

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What does sustainable & equitable mobility/land use/housing look like in less dense places?
Join #TFN's @SmartGrowthCA & #MobilityandAccess Collaborative for a 2/9 funder-only webinar: https://t.co/pQ8T1nzxsk
#philanthropy #mobility #housing #sustainability https://t.co/372CbYuDTd 3 Likes 3 Retweets

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Are you #registered for our 2022 annual conference? Don't forget to take advantage of our Early Bird and Group Rates!
☀️Join us March 14-16 in San Diego☀️
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As we head into the long weekend, let his legacy continue to inspire us all to confront the ine....

As we head into the long #MLK weekend, let his legacy continue to inspire us all to confront the inequitable power dynamics & structural racism that stand in the way of justice for all. https://t.co/pmhtfWsCCK 7 Likes 2 Retweets

Kirsten Scobie

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@Funders_Network is currently accepting apps for the PLACES Fellowship. Profound experience centering race, power and phil. Met some of my fav peeps of all time who still hold me accountable & hold me with love. https://t.co/T0uaywFYRW #fellowship #equity #philanthropy 1 Retweets

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💡Did you know?
Applications for the PLACES 2022 Fellowship are OPEN! Join fellows for a year-long learning opportunity designed to help grantmakers embed the values of racial, social and economic equity into their work.
Learn more: https://t.co/uorP9kWWh0 1 Likes

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Don't forget to register for #TFN2022! Take advantage of our Early Bird & Group Rates! We can't want to see you in San Diego March 14-16! ☀️
Register now! https://t.co/NvrYkdxCVs 1 Likes

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Share the Moment with PLACES alumni at ! Check out our latest blog post highlighting events feat....

Share the Moment with PLACES alumni at #TFN2022! Check out our latest blog post highlighting events featuring our incredible alumni and other sessions of interest 🌟
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🗳️“The right to vote is precious, almost sacred" - John Lewis
👉🏾#Philanthropy leaders: join #TFN's @patsmith_tfn & others in signing @unitedphilforum's letter supporting the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act https://t.co/TSGtQyLuHg 8 Likes 4 Retweets

SoCal Grantmakers

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Join our amazing colleagues of @Funders_Network in San Diego!👇🏽 https://t.co/H9IspDrGnR 2 Retweets

Smart Growth CA

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Register now for @Funders_Network's 2022 Annual Conference in SD! Learn & share strategies that address systemic inequities & move us toward racial/economic/environmental justice. https://t.co/ASNmwZUh3k #TFN2022 @SDCatalyst @Socalgrantmaker @NorCalGrant @CalCFs @unitedphilforum 1 Retweets

Alex Camardelle, Ph.D.

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I had a very fulfilling experience working in #philanthropy years ago but nothing could have topped it off like my experience as a @Funders_Network PLACES Fellow. If you're a funder who is looking to dig deeper into racial+economic justice grantmaking, join the PLACES family! https://t.co/cN7jkgKVYo 1 Retweets

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It's #TFN #ClimateMonday! 🌎 Check out the latest @guardian article to see #climatechange discoveries in #2021 👇🏾 https://t.co/3pfjJ6LMe2 2 Likes 1 Retweets

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💡We recognize that the ongoing pandemic, coupled with a long-overdue national reckoning on racial justice and the ever-increasing impacts of climate crises and extreme weather, has presented us with a singular moment in history.
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As communities grapple with the impacts of climate crises & a widening racial wealth gap, how can we support powerful & creative strategies that can address systemic inequities & move us toward justice?
Join us for #TFN2022 as we strategize together!
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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

Join our PLACES Alumni at #TFN2022!

United Philanthropy Forum: Urge the Senate to Pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

Seize the Moment: A message from TFN’s 2022 Annual Conference Co-chairs

2022 PLACES Fellowship Now Open!

Urban Water news: How Austin is forging a path to a reliable water future (cross-post)

‘A Force of Nature’: Remembering former TFN Board Chair Arlene Rodriguez

Five Communities Receive Partners for Places Mini Grants

Garfield Foundation: Reflections on the Language & Practice of Systems Change

Grant opportunity! Partners for Places Mini Grants now open

"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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