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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Meyer Memorial Trust

meyermt

As we continue to process the horror of what happened in #buffalo on Saturday, we'd like to take a moment to simply honor those who lost their lives. They are victims, yes, but also #heroes, #helpers and #humanbeings: https://t.co/3F8v57zL26 https://t.co/A2O9Mhcwgv 2 Retweets

Carmen Rojas, PhD 🐜

crojasphd

In short:: The hysteria seeks to envelop US history in a shroud of innocence & ignorance—& thus refuses to acknowledge the roots of racial inequality is justification for never having to use the power of the state to address these issues. https://t.co/zxNjIGUrxw 8 Retweets

Charmaine N. Mercer

O_MerC

The Buffalo, NY attack is a tragic reminder of how hate threatens us all, particularly Black people. My heart is with the families of whose lives were taken too soon, and my resolve is strengthened to help combat systemic racism.
https://t.co/gQAksuHxlD 3 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

Our hearts are with our members at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo and all affecte....

Our hearts are with our #TFN members at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo and all affected by this senseless tragedy. #strongertogether #community ✊🏾 https://t.co/qOUA2M99q2 1 Likes 1 Retweets

Darren Walker

darrenwalker

My heart breaks for the families and communities of the ten people so callously gunned down yesterday in #BuffaloNY. Hate and violence directed at any one community is a threat to us all. https://t.co/BrsfZrthPn 8 Retweets

Native Americans in Philanthropy

NativeGiving

Join us and @Socalgrantmaker virtually on Friday, May 20 @ 1:30 - 3:00 pm ET (10:30 am – 12:00 pm PT) for Beyond Land Acknowledgements: Indigenous Leadership and the Environment in Southern California.
Register @ https://t.co/nT1QSi2WbT
#NativePhilanthropy #NativeVoices https://t.co/M8xpB4eRgF 4 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

It's #TFN #FeaturedFriday! We want to give a huge shoutout to @JalonneWNewsome for being appointed to the @WHCEQ! Jalonne was a #PLACES fellow and active in our #UrbanWaterFunders & #GREEN working groups. Congratulations, Jalonne! 🎉 https://t.co/gzsa5uEFhH 3 Likes 1 Retweets

Patricia Smith

patsmith_tfn

Facing a World without Roe: How Effective Grantmaking Combats Inequity • Grantmakers for Effective Organizations https://t.co/9tttFr0YWo 2 Retweets

Center for Disaster Philanthropy

funds4disaster

Thank you to @BeHIPGive, @GivingCompass, @Funders_Network, @unitedphilforum, @PEAKgrantmaking, @COF_ and @CHANGEPhil for co-sponsoring our "Using Indigenous knowledge to prevent and respond to disasters" webinar! #CDP4Recovery 2 Retweets

Center for Disaster Philanthropy

funds4disaster

Don't miss our webinar today (5/12) to discuss using Indigenous knowledge to prevent & respond to disasters. The webinar is co-sponsored by @BeHIPGive, @GivingCompass, @Funders_Network, @unitedphilforum, @PEAKgrantmaking, @COF_ & @CHANGEPhil. https://t.co/1G2Qf25mZB #CDP4Recovery https://t.co/xCL2Yvuhun 4 Retweets

The Funders Network

Funders_Network

The _ 2022 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Survey is open! GSB provides the philanthropic sector ....

The @COF_ 2022 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Survey is open! GSB provides the philanthropic sector the most comprehensive data on staff composition and compensation in the US. The survey closes 5/24. For more info and to take the survey, visit https://t.co/3u2RHGEBPS. https://t.co/GAifYOigdt 2 Likes

Kresge Arts & Culture

kresgeart

While the rental affordability crisis is affecting all households, a new report from @policylink underscores the impact has fallen disproportionately on Black renters. #NationalEquityAtlas https://t.co/zphmA9z3mS #HousingForAll #RentalCrisis #Eviction https://t.co/VSVUfL55dp 14 Retweets

EHC San Diego

EHCSanDiego

After an incredible 42 years of leadership, Diane Takvorian will be transitioning from her position as Executive Director of Environmental Health Coalition by the end of 2022. Read personal messages from Diane and EHC Board President Margaret Godshalk: https://t.co/4jJXh7tDZ6 https://t.co/e0J20AHcBG 6 Retweets

Center for Disaster Philanthropy

funds4disaster

Join us tomorrow for a webinar about supporting #Indigenous communities & using Indigenous knowledge to prevent disasters.
The webinar is co-sponsored by @GivingCompass, @Funders_Network, @unitedphilforum, @PEAKgrantmaking, @COF_ & @CHANGEPhil. Register: https://t.co/1G2Qf25mZB https://t.co/ITOILqookl 8 Retweets

PennFuture - Erie

PennFutureErie

PennFuture is excited to work alongside @CityofEriePA, @eriecrane, the Hamot Health Foundation, and community groups to create a plan that protects our natural resources and promotes environmental justice. https://t.co/lQ3QSgnIRS 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

Nine Communities Receive Partners for Places Mini Grants!

Highlights | Communities First: Ensuring Racial Equity in Infrastructure Spending

Welcome & Congrats: TFN Board of Directors’ New Members & Officers

Open Letter: Climate Funders Need to Re-think their Giving and Invest More in Clean Transportation to Curb Greenhouse Gases

Building Power for Community-Led Solutions: GREEN And Urban Water Funders Learning Together

Meet the 2022 PLACES Fellows!

Who’s Speaking @ TFN2022? Plenary Presenters | Flash Talks | Conference Highlights

Let’s Get Together at #TFN2022!

Safety First: Learn about our COVID measures at #TFN2022 — and our commitment to gathering (safely) in San Diego

"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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