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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🌟We have some amazing speakers joining us this morning:
Alexis Bivens, @CTphilanthropy
Sarah Huang, @GrassrootsFund_
Shanna Cleveland, @EnergyFdn
Cesar Aleman, @cfgnh
Bilal Tajildeen, @CTphilanthropy 1 Likes

The Funders Network

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Today is the final day for 's GREEN annual meeting in Connecticut! Attendees are listening to

Today is the final day for #TFN's GREEN annual meeting in Connecticut! Attendees are listening to "Doubling Down to Build an Inclusive Movement - Philanthropy in Service to Community" https://t.co/GZ4C6Gilol

Smart Growth California

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@Funders_Network @ronmilam Thanks to all of the funders active, present and past, in our LA Funders' Collaborative: @CalEndow @calfund @ResourcesLF @LibertyHill @WaterFdn @calwellness @RPDFF @KPSCALnews @lapublichealth #TheRosalindeandArthurGilbertFoundation @Enterprise_SCal @Weingart_Fnd @GarfieldFdn 2 Retweets

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🛑Last stop on today's site visit for 's GREEN annual meeting in Connecticut! Funders gathered....

🛑Last stop on today's site visit for #TFN's GREEN annual meeting in Connecticut! Funders gathered at @LEVOint to learn more about food security solutions to build stronger communities through partnership & innovation 🌱 https://t.co/Bd2hCDX8uH

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's very own wrote a blog post about the Los Angeles Funders Collaborative 2022 In-Person Gather....

@SmartGrowthCA's very own @ronmilam wrote a blog post about the Los Angeles Funders Collaborative 2022 In-Person Gathering that took place this month! Ron shares his experiences gathering with funders and sharing insights for the upcoming year.
🌟 https://t.co/ct1hhWM8oB https://t.co/9462dlu3tx 2 Likes 2 Retweets

Sustainable CT

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A HUMONGUS THANK YOU to the BiCi Co. Community Bike Shop for giving us and @Funders_Network a tour of your space and entertaining a quick conversation on the amazing things done at the bike shop, @CenterLatino, and the Transport Hartford Academy. https://t.co/ZmPhA61Hax 1 Retweets

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🚲First stop on the site visit for 's GREEN annual meeting in Connecticut is at BiCi Co., an o....

🚲First stop on the site visit for #TFN's GREEN annual meeting in Connecticut is at BiCi Co., an organization that is part of @CenterLatino!
🌟Participants will also hear from the Transport Hartford Academy, another organization part of
@CenterLatino! https://t.co/o3fHbWf5Xy 3 Likes 1 Retweets

GivingTuesday

#GivingTuesday exists to build the world we all imagine to be possible. What's your vision for a society that centers radical generosity? https://t.co/B7uEgQfd6m 95 Retweets

The Funders Network

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⏰Don't forget to join us Dec. 5 at 4pm ET! Are you a funder interested in how mobility and access issues impact our communities and climate? Tune in for an interactive session with fellow funders. 🚆
🌟Learn more: https://t.co/vExVoDHIZj https://t.co/DDtzazhFMr 1 Likes

Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties

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📢 It's about #equity, not kindness. Join us for Disability Inclusion in Philanthropy, our 2-part statewide webinar series coming up this week on Nov. 30 (https://t.co/bJN5ydrNir) and Dec. 6 (https://t.co/RSP8bwHmni). #disabilityinclusion #philanthropy @withfoundation https://t.co/sbKhCszweA 8 Retweets

The Communications Network

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If you weren't able to attend ComNet22 and want to learn some great tools and tips for crafting your words with care and equity, join @ZrAlexKapitan this Wednesday at 1pm EST for our Network webinar! Register here: https://t.co/VT6eiUBUQm https://t.co/rRklc6Gdx7 2 Retweets

GivingTuesday

Tomorrow's the day. Let's create a wave of generosity and inspire millions to center generosity in their lives each and every day. #GivingTuesday https://t.co/NIvh3bTwle 199 Retweets

The Funders Network

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It's #TFN #ClimateMonday! 🌎 Check out an article from The Texas Tribune on why Texas’ plan to provide water for a growing population virtually ignores climate change.
Thank you @MitchFound for the resource! https://t.co/mrcfCoBB3J 2 Retweets

Native Americans in Philanthropy

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We’d like to take a moment this #NationalDayOfMourning to not only grieve our lost relations, but also to share this holiday’s painful history and long-lasting impact. Let’s unpack the truth. #Thanksgiving https://t.co/kvMevBIc3D 20 Retweets

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For those who are not Indigenous, we encourage you to make space today to reflect on the native peoples of the land you occupy... (who only receive a sliver of philanthropic $$, btw!)
Here's a helpful, searchable resource w/ info on tribes & languages:
https://t.co/R5HmTpvp5S 2 Likes

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

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’

Going PLACES | Reflections from Vermont: What can philanthropy do better?

Congratulations to our Partners for Places Mini Grantees!

Are you the Future of Philanthropy? Become a TFN 2023 PLACES Fellow – Applications Now Open!

Making the Moment Count: Reflections on Philanthropy’s Role in Equitable Implementation of Historic Water Investments

"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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