Disrupting Giving
Women are changing the nature and structure of philanthropy (and not just because they are giving more and more often than men). They are redefining what giving is about by using their work to build cultural understanding and open conversations about difference.
Some are pledging time and expertise, as well as financial support and considering the next steps beyond projects they are currently supporting.
Forbes Magazine explores how philanthropy is being disrupted.
The Women’s Philanthropy Institute (a project of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy) has released 2016 data including the shifting patterns of charitable giving over time. The infographic of their research compares single women and men and married couples through generations. Download (or simply view) it here.
While you are at it, you can learn about Jean Case’s courageous approach to philanthropy (the Case Foundation motto is “Be Fearless”).
Be brave! Disrupt!
$1.3 million in Grants made through CFSC’s Julia L. Grant Basic Human Needs Grant Program
The Julia L. Grant Fund for Basic Human Needs program addresses the pressing challenge of meeting the basic needs of individuals and families in Sonoma County. This year, the Basic Human Needs program supported 50 organizations with over $1.3 million in grants, supporting a critical safety net of organizations throughout…
