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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Congratulations on an incredible conference @Funders_Network. We’re grateful to have been included in the program! https://t.co/VMrSnKWxwX 2 Retweets

RJ McGrail

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A great tour of Gentilly & New Orleans East to hear about community partnership, high impact CDCs & exciting new re development in some of NOLAs neighborhoods & conversation w community members, project developers and educators and faith based partners. #TFN2023 https://t.co/ddfvpdCvjS 1 Retweets

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@rjmcgrail @Tog4LA @bcclovex2nola @du1869 @BayouPhoenix504 Glad you enjoyed #TFN2023!

Fund for Shared Insight

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"We’re all looking for ... reciprocal relationships in which we share the power we hold with the people who are most affected by our #grantmaking and usually least consulted."
#TFN2023 @Funders_Network
@FeedbackLabs @siegelendowment @Voqal
#philanthropy #listening #feedback https://t.co/5byAnY4cNi 3 Retweets

Ron Milam

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@Funders_Network What a great conference! Thanks @Funders_Network! Fantastic to connect with so many folks and learn from place. & fun to facilitate the closing conversation sharing reflections and action items. Onwards! 2 Retweets

Taifa Smith Butler

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So grateful @Funders_Network @patsmith_tfn for the opportunity to share. Thank you for your work and leadership in the fight for justice and equity. https://t.co/LLOfSXUorz 3 Retweets

Equal Measure

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Thanks to all the organizers and colleagues we learned from at #TFN2023! We were thrilled to attend. https://t.co/vvdOrITwpS 2 Retweets

Demos

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Funders must be partners in the fight for a just, inclusive democracy. Let's get the resources that match the vision 💥 https://t.co/BO4Vveykx8 5 Retweets

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And thank you to our amazing sponsors for supporting our conference & broader mission 🙏

And thank you to our amazing #TFN2023 sponsors for supporting our conference & broader mission 🙏 https://t.co/2zzkZem9Zt 3 Likes

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It's a wrap! Thanks to everyone who brought their passion & wisdom to #TFN2023! https://t.co/pD2e5vZ3vr 5 Likes

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📣"The reality is when we step outside this room of protagonists, we live in a world of extremes. It's not enough to tinker at the edges of justice."
@Demos_Org's Taifa Smith Butler closing #TFN2023 w/ a call to funders to stand against white supremacy & fund grassroots orgs https://t.co/BTKpDeBI3E 12 Likes 2 Retweets

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🤯 How it started....How it's going🙏Thank you Brandon Black/, creator of the Learning Wal....

🤯 How it started....How it's going
🙏Thank you Brandon Black/@drawnversation, creator of the #TFN2023 Learning Wall, for capturing all of the 'aha moments' at our New Orleans conference. https://t.co/4gr0d2nMea 4 Likes

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🙏Winding down #TFN2023 with a beautiful meditation on Afro Creole music & culture - thank you Denise Frazier, assistant director of the New Orleans Center for the Gulf South at @Tulane University, https://t.co/sp94l70H4N 4 Likes

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Closing out with thanking some amazing board members, hearing about the power of youth, and sha....

Closing out #TFN2023 with thanking some amazing board members, hearing about the power of youth, and sharing our takeaways ✨ https://t.co/91B8b6SphA 5 Likes 1 Retweets

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Gathering at for Eat Here! Culinary Showcase! Tonight we are highlighting local cuisine & e....

Gathering at @ashe_cac for Eat Here! Culinary Showcase! Tonight we are highlighting local cuisine & exploring food systems 👀🎉 #TFN2023 https://t.co/pDGi2V7Kl9 9 Likes 3 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

Meeting the Moment for Water

Meet the 2023 PLACES Fellows!

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)

"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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