Nick Tedesco

The recent Candid and ABFE. A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities report underscores the urgent need for support for Black-led nonprofits. Here are two key reasons to register for our Grant Writing Master Course: 1. Empower Your Organization Learn to craft compelling grant proposals that effectively communicate your mission and demonstrate impact, enabling you to secure essential funding for your initiatives. 2. Expert Guidance and Networking Gain insights from experienced grant writers, connect with like-minded organizations, and build a supportive network to enhance your funding opportunities. Join our Grant Writing Master Course to equip yourself with the skills to support and uplift Black-led nonprofits. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gK-Sbq_z

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We’ve been thinking and talking about ways to advance racial equity through innovative funding strategies at the RWJF for years. But our exploration of how we can specifically leverage endowment funding in a new way signals a shift for us. So, I want to call out key resources and share more background around this new strategy in hopes that we can all learn from each other and collectively advance social change that is both sustainable and equitable. ➡️ Elevating flexibility in grant funding — As my colleagues Marjorie Paloma, Daniela Phayme, and Kelly Simone wrote in a recent blog for the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP), this cross-foundation approach can allow grantees the flexibility to invest and spend grant funds over the long term to achieve sustainability and meet their missions. Read their blog: https://lnkd.in/eHsWaVaV ➡️ Examining perspectives and practices — Both CEP and The Bridgespan Group recently released reports on endowment funding. CEP’s new research examines perspectives and practices of foundations when it comes to endowment funding. Bridgespan’s case study examines how RWJF is using endowment funding as a grantmaking tool, providing a deep dive that other funders can learn from. Read the CEP and Bridgespan reports here: https://lnkd.in/eFXbVSvZ and here: https://lnkd.in/gdsRjGwv. ➡️ A set of tools — Lastly, I was excited to moderate a recent conversation on funding nonprofit endowments among leaders from our partner organizations and the Schott Foundation for Public Education. We all shared that there are a diversity of tools that can support nonprofit partners as they think about their long-term fiscal and financial wellbeing. For perspectives on this topic, watch the recording: https://lnkd.in/ezFyT-hN As is clear from these resources, our field is emerging in employing this new tool in grantmaking for social justice. But we are eager to listen, learn, and share more — especially from our grantees — that may unlock the transformational potential of endowment funding. 

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If you are in NYC for Climate Week, join People's Justice Council Executive Director Rev Michael Malcom at the Black Youth Leaders Summit for Climate and Environmental Justice Day. This event is brought to you by The Black Hive of The Movement for Black Lives. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e-C4WqMk #ActOnClimate #climateweeknyc #nyc #environmentaljustice #climatejustice

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Interested in learning more about community capital and the diversified community investment fund (DCIF) model? Here's a great primer. Plus, you can hear more about the Local Return DCIF!

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“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.” These powerful words from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. remind us that while progress towards inclusion, equity, and justice may take time, it is possible—if we take action. I'm truly honored to stand alongside modern-day civil rights champions like Janet Murguía of UnidosUS (@WeAreUnidosUS), MARC MORIAL of the National Urban League, and Thomas A. Saenz of MALDEF - Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund, as we discussed what’s at stake in the upcoming presidential election. Our conversation highlighted the crucial role of coalitions and the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in shaping a fairer future for all. But progress doesn’t happen by itself—we must act now to shape the future we want to see. Here's where we start: 1️⃣ Educate yourself and your community about key issues 2️⃣ Engage with leaders and organizations working on the front lines of change—collaboration is key to building lasting impact 3️⃣ Vote—because every election matters in bending that arc toward justice What steps are you taking to push for progress? Share your thoughts below and let’s keep the momentum going! #DEI #CivilRights #Election2024 #StandForJustice #InclusionMatters #JuntosAvanzamos

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