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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With health and racial equity at the center of programming, #CalEndowLive offers a variety of events and conversations to be a part of.
Join @CalEndow for their next #CalEndowLive on November 16 here: https://t.co/3lBRkActtF 2 Likes 1 Retweets

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It’s #TFN #FeaturedFriday! 🎉Today we want to highlight #TFNMember @CalEndow and their #CalEndowLive series. Check out their conversation with Dr. Angela Davis below! 👇🏾 https://t.co/YEXbsO29mp 1 Likes 1 Retweets

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Funders in #UrbanWaterFunders are able to:
💧Connect and learn together on a range of relevant topics
💧Align efforts to scale up solutions to urban water challenges
💧Collaborate on joint projects and special initiatives.
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Today is Imagine a Day Without Water💧 #TFN recognizes the #UrbanWaterFunders Steering Committee for their commitment to #Water, #Equity and #ClimateResilience. #ValueWater @TheValueofWater
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Big news! Austin is forging a path to a reliable water future! 🌊Learn more about the development of ‘Water Forward,' a plan supported through the #UrbanWaterInititative, a collaborative effort by #TFN members @TheJPBFdn & @PiscesFdn 🎉
Learn more here: https://t.co/0o7cFx5fq7 https://t.co/XDriT5mxsP 1 Likes

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💔We were blessed to meet the @GroundworkNOLA team during our 2019 GREEN/Urban Water Funders annual meeting in New Orleans. Our hearts are with all those touched by this tremendous loss.
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Don't miss out!⏰ The Democracy & Power Innovation Fund 2021 Annual Convening is taking place on 10/21 & 10/22. They will share their highlights, and determine how they can support their partners in running strong programs in 2022.
Register here: https://t.co/jYeG2unQ5y

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💡In 2020, DPI supported critical innovations around the use of data to measure the strategic impact of organizing, and the critical role that organizers play in the work to combat disinformation in communities of color.

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It's #TFN #ClimateMonday! Take a 👀 at how the @McKnightFdn is tackling the #climatecrisis 🌎 https://t.co/lRvnjKwSYk 4 Likes

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💡“The magnitude of the climate crisis requires that we take bold and deliberate action. Foundations sit on over a trillion dollars of potential climate solutions, and we invite others to join us.” - Tonya Allen, President

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Check out this @CalSGC fact sheet on their Regional Climate Collaboratives (RCC) Program, $20M over 2 years "which will assist under-resourced communities in accessing State funding for climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resiliency projects" https://t.co/vvJwkWTWVE 2 Retweets

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Exciting news! Riverlife received a $10,000 mini grant from @Funders_Network to connect Pittsburgh's West End to the riverfronts!
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💡The latest installment features @BethOsborneT4A/ @T4America; Martha Roskowski/ #TFN Mobility & Access Collaborative & MariIa Zimmerman/ MZ Strategies.
Learn more about #TFN's Mobility & Access Collaborative here: https://t.co/QbizhsClJo
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It’s ! 🎉How can Philanthropy support and Justice through ? Check out the latest Federal ....

It’s #TFN #FeaturedFriday! 🎉
How can Philanthropy support #Climate and #Mobility Justice through @USDOT? Check out the latest Federal Mobility Policy Update hosted by @DarrylWYoung of @SummitFdn & #TFN Mobility & Access Collaborative: https://t.co/VVDv6f7kJw https://t.co/do6jlrLYda 4 Likes 2 Retweets

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We're thrilled to hear our friends in the City of @Pittsburgh won a Partners for Places mini-grant, to connect the West End community to the riverfront and other parks and green spaces. Congratulations, all! https://t.co/RTD5eZCgrC via @Funders_Network and @theUSDN #Pittsburgh 1 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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