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How a Black, community-led fund is shifting organizations’ expectations of themselves. @its_sherlyn reports on @FdnBlkComm's Black Ideas Grant 2.0 thephilanthropist.ca/2024/11/how-a-…

This week, instead of our usual roundup, we’re dedicating our thread to sharing stories and celebrating the life and legacy of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, who was an extraordinary leader and tireless advocate for Indigenous peoples rights.

“It can be really difficult for some charities to really step out on that ledge . . . You’ve got to be prepared to be bold,” says Jen Graham from Children of the Street. thephilanthropist.ca/2024/10/you-ha…

@windmillcanada's Claire Pfeiffer shares the experiences of four visionary leaders at the forefront of empowering newcomers: Uzma Bhutto at @CMW_KW2010, Shamaila Akram at @YYCNewcomers, Suman Roy at @FeedScarborough, Joanne Owuor at @UzimaNetwork thephilanthropist.ca/2024/10/strate…

“If there is a bottom line to the final chapter, and to the book itself, it’s that neoliberalism isn’t going anywhere soon. Neoliberalism continues to permeate the walls of community centres, playgrounds, food banks, and health centres.” thephilanthropist.ca/2024/10/neolib…

Investing in#perinatalhealth has a generational impact! Grateful for Jordyn Gibson's article in @Phil_journal. MMHLA is thankful for our philanthropic partners and looks forward to more collaborations that make a lasting difference. Read the full article: hubs.la/Q02RclWB0

Next week in #Toronto, join Canadian journalism leaders and publishers to discuss the future of independent media in Canada. The first-of-its-kind summit will be hosted by @pressforward_ca at @OCAD. Here's more info: eventbrite.ca/e/future-of-in… #NewsCrisis #cdnmedia

"From coast to coast, Press Forward members are embracing the spirit of community service."

Mentions: @MichenerPrize @sprawlcalgary @lelasavic @IndigiNewsMedia @IJFMedia @TheGreenLineTO @TwitCoast @thediscourse @rasmus_kleis @jeanetteageson @TheTyee Linda Solomon Wood @NatObserver @reporteremma @thenarwhalca @InspiritFdn

Coverage by Angela Long. Interviews: Andrea Houston @ricochet_en @pressforward_ca @vmochama @TheResolveNews @taimhuynh @TheLocal_TO

In today’s “survival-of-the-nimblest” journalism industry, an October summit organized by media advocacy group Press Forward aims to get people excited about journalism and the future of community-centred media in Canada. thephilanthropist.ca/2024/10/pressi…

“What I would hope to see for philanthropy is that people who see their role as resource stewards will contribute to an enabling environment for narrative power building across issues, identities, geographies.” @szamancanada thephilanthropist.ca/2024/09/fundin… @Phil_journal

Check out this REX Blog repost from @laidlaw_foundation in @phil_journal on 5 key initiatives empowering Black & Indigenous #ONYouth! Read More: bit.ly/482gUG3

The founder of a charity that promotes greater giving in Canada has proposed a mandatory “Social Sector Grant.” Is it the type of shake-up a sector needs or the scheming of someone who does not understand how the sector operates? thephilanthropist.ca/2024/10/an-agi…

Five key initiatives for empowering Black and Indigenous youth in Ontario x.com/Phil_journal/s…

Grassroots orgs face unique challenges, but trust & clarity in mission can drive success. In this @Phil_journal article, Kayla Webber discusses the importance of mentorship, transparency, & intentional planning in sustaining community-driven projects. ⬇️ thephilanthropist.ca/2024/07/suppor…

"The new Global South foundations have opportunities to leapfrog over the philanthropic sectors of the Global North with their partnerships and their digital and financial tools." Double book review by @hilarypearson20 thephilanthropist.ca/2024/09/philan…

Dear philanthropy, listen to @szamancanada. thephilanthropist.ca/2024/09/fundin… @Phil_journal

Article by Haiat Iman at @laidlawfdn Featuring: The Assembly of Seven Generations (@A7G_Official), Endaayaan Awejaa, R.E.S.T. Centres (Restoration & Empowerment for Social Transition), Success Beyond Limits

"Through collaboration and investment in community-driven solutions, we have the power to dismantle entrenched barriers and create opportunities for all youth to thrive." thephilanthropist.ca/2024/09/foster…