Elevate Children Funders Group

It's here! Out now, our new Funders' Toolkit for Child & Youth Participation has: ➡️Evidence on the power of participation ➡️Practical guidance, case studies, & resources on compensation, safeguarding, & more ➡️Activities to guide your approach Learn more: bit.ly/ECFGToolkit

We're thrilled to introduce ECFG's Youth for Impactful Philanthropy (YIP) Fellows: Kamori, Daira, Evie, Brian, and Tasimba! 🎉 Their work will amplify youth voice in philanthropy and foster intergenerational collaboration within the network. Learn more: elevatechildren.org/fellowship

What do #grassroots leaders and young #activists say about #flexiblefunding? GFC's Change Champions—grassroots leaders, and young activists from 11 countries explain why it matters to them. Hear their insights and explore GFC’s 'Trust in Action' resources: bit.ly/3KaNjyU

📢 Did you miss the ECFG AGM in Nairobi last June? Don't worry! We’ve captured all the highlights from our insightful discussions, key messages, and emerging ideas in one place. Dive into the powerful insights on our AGM microsite: elevatechildren.org/agm-2024

Grassroots organizations are vital for community transformation, yet traditional funding models hinder their impact. Check out @Global4Children 's “Trust in Action” resource for solutions! Read more: globalfundforchildren.org/story/trust-in… #TrustInAction #GrassrootsLeadership #Philanthropy

We know to be true that young people’s expansive, joyful & creative work often shrinks when a ‘project’ or typical grant structures are introduced. Watch this and learn What’s Possible! ✊🏾💫 youtu.be/GKH7SUX3xM4

“I believe in long-term funding because it goes beyond just numbers, allowing us to create real and lasting change. Lived experiences are crucial data points that matter as much as any statistic." In their words, get to know the GFC's Change Champions: bit.ly/3Ouvm10

@EMpowerweb is leading crucial work in youth mental health. Investing in local organizations and elevating youth voices are essential for real impact. Discover how funders can contribute: cep.org/blog/how-funde… #YouthMentalHealth #philanthropy

It's Story Time at the HRFN Funding Futures Festival in Tilabis, Georgia! You're about to grab a Tiny Cave Story Book and follow the reading about a child character as she steps deeper into her activism journey. Shh, let's keep it quiet!

Today is #BlueUmbrellaDay - an international day dedicated to raising awareness of better care for boys & protecting them from sexual violence. Join @FFEveryChild in advocating for boys & young men. Raise your #BlueUmbrella and learn more: blueumbrelladay.org/get-involved/☂️

🌟 ECFG's Learning Journey on Child and Youth Participation is now available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese! Explore crucial topics like safeguarding and compensation, and empower your organization with tangible pathways for youth engagement. elevatechildren.org/publications-w…

Don't miss @EMpowerweb's #CSW2024 parallel event 📢 'Amplify Her: Centring Girls' Voices in Decision-Making' Panelists will explore how to #empowergirls to be the primary decision-makers of their own lives & the programs that affect them. RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/amplify-her-… #CSW68

🌟✨ Exciting News Alert! 🚀✨ The 2024 Resilience Fund is now OPEN for applications! Mama Cash invites funding proposals from self-led feminist organisations in Africa, West Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, or Oceania. 🌍✨ Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference! 🌈✊ Apply now: mamacash.org/funds/resilien… #ResilienceFund #FeministLeadership #Empowerment

We are celebrating #7YearsofExcellence 🎉✨🥳💪🏽🥳🥳🥳 Please check out our #7yearsanniversary clip on YouTube. Like, share and subscribe 😁 youtu.be/FzwIGLCGY-A Happy anniversary Mtoto News International!!🥳🥂

🎒Cultivating empathy among peers, parents, and teachers has been shown to increase the emotional wellbeing of students with learning differences. That’s why @UnderstoodOrg is taking a unique approach to celebrating neurodiversity. Learn more below! oakfnd.org/ensuring-diver…

Join @FundHumanRights and @ElevateChildren for a discussion and Q&A with researchers about the process and practice of designing and using a youth-led learning agenda. When: March 5th at 10 am EST / 3pm GMT Register here: buff.ly/3OWGuno

📚What we're #reading: @vanleerfdn's #EarlyChildhoodMatters #ECM2023 explores what wellbeing means for #parents and other caregivers, making the case for the urgent need to reimagine systems of support ➡️ bit.ly/ECM-2023-online

💻What we're #watching: @EMpowerweb's "Why Participatory Approaches?" 📆 28 Feb, 12pm GMT Speakers (@crifund1, @Global4Children, @CIFFchild, @RubyAmeliaJ 👏) will unpack the 'why' of participation: what has worked, what hasn't, & what challenges persist: empowerweb.org/news-events/ev…

📢 Join @ElevateChildren & @FundHumanRights for an ECFG Community Conversation: Youth-led Learning on Livelihoods! 🗓️ March 5th, 10am EST / 3pm GMT We'll explore the nexus of economic empowerment & #HumanRights with an engaging discussion and Q&A. ➡️bit.ly/ecfg-fghr

GFC partners with #grassroots organizations working with #children and #youth and fills a gap in #philanthropy by providing small organizations with flexible, long-term support. Learn why flexible funding is at the center of our approach to philanthropy.~ bit.ly/3ujtrFs