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

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.

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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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Grantmakers In Aging

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Don't miss it: Webinar “Advancing Social Connections for All" Thurs 9/23 4pm ET!
@RWJF @SharonRoerty @healthymatsu Amy Gorn & @HPlacesbyDesign Risa Wilkerson on designing spaces to foster connection & combat social isolation for older adults
register: https://t.co/bFKiwBJyk8 https://t.co/i3n7qWQqBM 3 Retweets

Kresge Foundation

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@Funders_Network Congratulations to Jonathan Hui and all of the @Funders_Network's fantastic new PLACES Advisory Board Members. 1 Retweets

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This is an opportunity to:
👉🏾Share how we can deepen our ties to the people and places we serve
👉🏾Deploy resources where they are most needed
👉🏾Push for powerful and creative strategies that can address inequities and move us toward justice.
#SeizeTheMoment #TFN2022 2 Likes 1 Retweets

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Save the date! Annual Conference: Seize the Moment, is scheduled for March 14 -16 in San Diego!....

Save the date! #TFN2022 Annual Conference: Seize the Moment, is scheduled for March 14 -16 in San Diego! We hope to bring together funders from across North America to expand our learning, foster collaboration and catalyze action.
Learn more here: https://t.co/aHma2Jq5IE https://t.co/lbjWBUtmma 4 Likes 2 Retweets

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Shout out to our former #IMWFN chair Beth Conover, executive director of @SalazarNAmerica 👏🏾

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Mark your calendars!🗓️The symposium on will be held virtually Sept 28- 29. The event will....

Mark your calendars!🗓️The @SalazarNAmerica symposium on #ConservationImpact2021 will be held virtually Sept 28- 29. The event will explore the state of progress toward national & international large landscape conservation goals. Register at: https://t.co/jynalH3nFn https://t.co/7SBAgUNwEZ 1 Likes

The Heinz Endowments

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#WeCanBe podcast guest @KristinaSaurusR reports on enviro topics like climate change, health risks of fracking & “super pollution” air-quality events for @EnvirHealthNews amplifying voice of those experiencing 1st hand. Listen to her convo w/host @go_grant https://t.co/ErfT6BgV9a https://t.co/pfbnFPCa0N 13 Retweets

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Congrats to our new Advisory Board Members!✨Mekaelia Davis/_Fndn✨Jonathan Hui/✨Kumar Raj/....

Congrats to our new #TFNPLACES Advisory Board Members!
✨Mekaelia Davis/@Surdna_Fndn
✨Jonathan Hui/@kresgefdn
✨Kumar Raj/@WK_Kellogg_Fdn
✨Maranda Richardson/@MWR_Consulting
✨Natalia Swanson/@MaryBFoundation
Grateful for your passion for #racialequity in #philanthropy https://t.co/3iCGeBPtU7 12 Likes 2 Retweets

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Learn more about #TFNPLACES Fellowship & how our alumni are working to turn ideals into impact #SystemicRacism: https://t.co/ShdYDBOSy0
#RacialEquity #RacialJustice #Philanthropy #SystemicRacism

Smart Growth CA

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Check out our new post on last month’s 21-22 CA budget funder briefing to learn how funders can make a big impact on climate change, housing, transportation and more: https://t.co/jbYcDHu5FM @Socalgrantmaker @NorCalGrant @SDCatalyst @CalCFs @Funders_Network @EGAconnects 4 Retweets

Eric Muschler

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Excited to be a part of @FollowMCF & @Funders_Network ‘s Minnesota Funders Roundtable 9/24! Join us to learn about issues affecting Minnesota’s people & places, build relationships & find opportunities to collaborate: https://t.co/NJ9E3tgSU7 2 Retweets

Grantmakers In Aging

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Do you care about arts & creativity, impact investing, social justice #DEI, health equity, homelessness, smart growth, social determinants of health, a stronger healthcare workforce?
So do we! FUNDERS WELCOME at our annual conference Oct 13-15
Register: https://t.co/DslpegG6sc https://t.co/xoBJDuBUY0 7 Retweets

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TFN's Inclusive Economies Annual Meeting will explore:
👉🏾Federal investments like #AmericanRescuePlan + community-driven models
👉🏾Systems change through capital/community organizing/advocacy
👉🏾National/regional commitments & interventions.
Learn more: https://t.co/jP3AJDXrkd 1 Likes

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🗓️Save the Date! TFN's Inclusive Economies 2021 Annual Meeting: Policy, Power & People takes place (virtually) Dec. 1-3.
Learn how funders can support an equitable economic recovery that connects communities to jobs & wealth-building opportunities. https://t.co/jP3AJDXrkd https://t.co/c6WqFOP55Z 3 Likes 5 Retweets

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What does 'systems change' mean?
Read this cross-post from #TFN member @GarfieldFdn about systems thinking frameworks + collaborative network practices — & how this powerful combo can help address complex, interconnected & systemic problems: https://t.co/pNRiNzfgKG 9 Likes 4 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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