Join your peers in lean philanthropy for 3 days of knowledge sharing, skill building, and connections—in Baltimore October 17-19! This event is designed for and by lean funders—those who give with few or no staff. Here, you can let your guard down and talk about the problems affecting the causes and communities you care about... Read More
In this two-part series Whitney Parnell, executive director and co-founder of Service Never Sleeps (SNS), will facilitate this powerful program, offer guidance to participants, and create an environment where connections can be made with each other. The allyship training is an empowering way to promote racial equity and justice as a lifestyle. The workshop will... Read More
Following a down year for both equities and fixed income, many foundations are reflecting on the diversifying role that alternative assets (specifically private equity and hedge funds) may play in their portfolios in order to enhance returns and achieve their desired yearly spending. But foundations considering implementing alternatives for the first time or expanding... Read More
While seventy percent of Exponent Philanthropy members have multiple staff, many have only one staff person. No matter your title, are you the foundation’s sole staff person? What is unique about your role of wearing many hats? How do you prioritize? What resources do you leverage beyond grants? How do you do it all? Join... Read More
As philanthropists, we envision communities that value and support people in all their diverse manifestations. We promote equality of opportunity and equitable outcomes. Yet, when we talk about diversity and inclusive philanthropy, we often mention disability at the very end of a long list—if it gets mentioned at all. We must deepen our understanding of... Read More
Disability is often used to reference an individual’s physical and/or mental health conditions, and their relation to hospitals, rehabilitation services, and other medical services. This interactive workshop will help you understand disability prevalence and move beyond symptoms to focusing on inclusion. You will leave with guidance around reasonable accommodations and cultivating a culture that is inclusive of... Read More
A more inclusive and culturally responsive workplace requires an understanding of bias and how its impact on teams. This workshop aims to empower how we engage others and make decisions at work. Participants will wrestle with the personal, cultural, and professional manifestations of bias. Learning outcomes include: Define bias and identify its impact in the workplace. Explore how... Read More