The Funders Network

06/06/2022

In these moments of grief, frustration & uncertainty, we know that philanthropy must stand together to address gun violence. As we continue to cope with mass shootings, Council on Foundations has gathered resources to help guide philanthropic responses.

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OVERVIEW Gun violence is a constant threat to communities across the United States. While mass shootings capture media attention and public outrage, gun violence is a specter over many Americans' daily lives. Funders across the country have been called to action to address gun violence and mass shoo...

05/23/2022

Racial violence can be inflicted not just by a lone gunman, but by systemic, racist policies & practices as well.

Read the full statement from TFN's Pat Smith on the Buffalo shooting here: http://bit.ly/3Lw1nRW

*To make direct donations to the Buffalo Together Community Response Fund & Buffalo 5/14 Survivors Fund, go to https://lnkd.in/gxrEqdAt

05/16/2022

Our hearts are with our members at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo and all affected by this senseless tragedy.

03/10/2022

The countdown is ON! 😍 We cannot wait to see everyone in San Diego in just a few short days! ☀️

We are so excited to have 3 amazing co-chairs for who will help attendees explore innovative, interdisciplinary work that is making an impact in San Diego and beyond!

✨Christiana DeBenedict; The San Diego Foundation
✨Craig Martinez; The California Endowment
✨Marisa Aurora Quiroz; International Community Foundation

03/08/2022

BIG news! 🎉 U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, will join us virtually as the Keynote Speaker for 's Communities First hybrid event!

The deadline to register for this event is March 9.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/CommunitiesFirst_TFN2022

03/07/2022

It's ! 🌎 We are so excited to announce a new biannual funder learning call with US Water Alliance CEO Mami Hara!

👉🏾Join 's Urban Water Funders & GREEN on April 5 at 11AM PT for the first session!

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Join the Urban Water Funders and GREEN working groups for a new biannual funder learning call with US Water Alliance CEO Mami Hara. Hear Mami’s thoughts on the most pressing issues that are guiding her work, and then spend the rest of the hour in open dialogue with this savvy, strategic water

03/07/2022

Today is the LAST DAY to register for ! 🗓️We have an incredible lineup of sessions, speakers & mobile workshops! Will we 👀 you in San Diego?

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About your calendars for The Funders Network’s 2022 Annual Conference: Seize the Moment, scheduled for March 14-16 in San Diego! As communities grapple with the impacts of climate crises, an ongoing pandemic and a widening racial wealth gap, how can we support powerful and creative st...

03/04/2022

🗓️Monday, March 7 is the LAST DAY to register for ! Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with leaders supporting community-powered efforts to address racial injustice & build economic opportunities!

See you in San Diego! ☀️

Register now: http://bit.ly/TFN_2022

03/03/2022

's Partner for Places Mini Grants application deadline has been EXTENDED! 🎉

You now have until March 31 to apply for round 4! Don't miss out on this opportunity to advance racial equity in water, sustainability, & climate action work.

Read more: http://bit.ly/3KO9da6

Urban Sustainability Directors Network

03/03/2022

💡Check out our latest blog post highlighting the plenary presenters & flash talks at ! Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with some amazing leaders in the sector! 😍

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→ REGISTER HERE Who will be taking center stage at TFN’s 2022 Annual Conference: Seize the Moment in San Diego? Our line-up of thought-provoking and inspiring Plenary Presenters and Flash Talk speakers will share their insights on community organizing, collaboration, belonging and movement-build...

03/01/2022

What a LINEUP! 😍 Don't miss out on the Tuesday Plenary at with these incredible individuals!

Crystal Hayling; The Libra Foundation
Nikkita Oliver; Creative Justice
Diane Takvorian; Environmental Health Coalition
Carmen Rojas; Marguerite Casey Foundation

Join us for an honest conversation with community organizers and funders as they pull back the curtain on how philanthropic investments have come up short, & share wisdom on how funders can support community organizing differently to much greater effect and impact.

👉🏾Register now: http://bit.ly/TFN_2022