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Hurricane Dorian Relief Resources

Publication date: 
September 2019
The Forum has compiled a list of resources for relief efforts for Hurricane Dorian to support those who have been impacted. Please be sure to share the resources with your members to support the communities during these trying times.
Resource type: 
Research
Funding Area: 
Disaster Relief
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Women Give 2019: Gender and Giving Across Communities of Color

Publication date: 
March 2019
Women Give 2019 is the first study to explore the intersection of race, giving and gender. The report finds that generosity is a value shared by all communities, and that women across race and ethnicity are leading through philanthropy. As communities of color grow in wealth and influence, the study demonstrates the unique perspectives women of color bring to philanthropy and underscores the importance of understanding and engaging donors from diverse backgrounds.
Resource type: 
Research
Funding Area: 
Women
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Foundation Landscapes: Racial Equity

Publication date: 
December 2018
The Foundation Center compiles Foundation Landscapes that combine multiple resources, including data visualization tools, original research, and more to illuminate critical issues in philanthropy. This page, focused on racial equity, includes a collection of research, upcoming trainings and webinars, news articles, and blog posts from experts in the field.
Resource type: 
Research
Toolkit
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Giving in Numbers: 2018

Publication date: 
October 2018
In the largest, most robust, industry-leading, and internationally-recognized research of corporate social investment, CECP: The CEO Force for Good, in association with The Conference Board, has found that leading corporations are intensifying efforts to meet key societal needs around the world. The report is based on data from 252 companies and not only presents a profile of corporate philanthropy and employee engagement, but also includes a Trends Summary that highlights the prominent features of corporate societal investment.
Resource type: 
Research
Audience: 
Corporate Giving
Topic(s): 
Facts, Figures, Trends
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Demographic Data Collection

Insight, Impact, and Equity – Collecting Demographic Data Report
Publication date: 
August 2018
There is great interest among grantmakers in demographic data, but no consensus or shared purpose yet on what data should be collected and how it should be used. This preliminary research on demographic data collection serves to create a baseline understanding of where the field is in demographic data collection that covers both the process of data collection and current use of demographic data.
Resource type: 
Research
Topic(s): 
Facts, Figures, Trends
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Nonprofit Diversity Efforts: Current Practices and the Role of Foundations

Nonprofit Diversity Efforts: Current Practices and the Role of Foundations
Publication date: 
July 2018
Based on survey responses of 205 leaders of nonprofit organizations with annual expenses between $100,000 and $100 million, Nonprofit Diversity Efforts: Current Practices and the Role of Foundations provides a collection of data on topics such as how diversity relates to the work of nonprofits and what demographic information nonprofits and funders alike are collecting — and how that information is used. The data in this report can inform foundation leaders and staff as they consider how they can most helpfully engage with their grantees on the topic of diversity.
Resource type: 
Research
Audience: 
Funders
Nonprofits
Topic(s): 
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Culture Resource Guide

Publication date: 
July 2018
After more than 15 years promoting grantmaker practices that support nonprofit results, GEO is convinced that a strong culture inside foundations is critical for effective philanthropy. It’s virtually impossible to operate as an ally and partner to nonprofits if you are working inside a foundation whose values and culture run counter to that spirit.
Resource type: 
Research
Topic(s): 
Strengthening Nonprofit Organizations
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AWAKE to WOKE to WORK: Building a Race Equity Culture

AWAKE to WOKE to WORK: Building a Race Equity Culture report
Publication date: 
July 2018
Achieving race equity — the condition where one’s racial identity has no influence on how one fares in society — is a fundamental element of social change across every issue area in the social sector. Yet the structural racism that endures in U.S. society, deeply rooted in our nation’s history and perpetuated through racist policies, practices, attitudes, and cultural messages, prevents us from attaining it. The impact of structural racism is evident not only in societal outcomes, but in the very institutions that seek to positively impact them
Resource type: 
Research
Topic(s): 
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Insight, Impact, and Equity – Collecting Demographic Data

Publication date: 
June 2018
For philanthropy to advance equity in all communities, especially low-income communities and communities of color, it needs to be able to understand the demographics of the organizations being funded (and declined), the people being served and the communities impacted. That data should be used to assess practices and drive decision making.
Resource type: 
Best Practice
Research
Topic(s): 
Evaluation Methods
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Mobility & Aging in Rural America: The Role for Innovation: An Introduction for Funders

Publication date: 
May 2018
This publication provides a wealth of background and program ideas for improving rural mobility through existing and emerging technology. It offers insights about what’s already working and what is possible from the perspective of providers and thought leaders. It is a general introduction tailored for funders but useful for anyone. It does not require a background in technology or aging.
Resource type: 
Best Practice
Funder Briefing
Research
Funding Area: 
Aging
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The State of Giving Circles Today: Overview of New Research Findings from a Three-Part Study

Publication date: 
November 2017
Top 10 findings from a three-part study of giving circles, their impact and their relationship with their hosting organizations significantly updates our understanding of the current scope, scale and significance of giving circles and other models of collective giving in the U.S. Additionally, this study deepens our understanding of the impact of participation in giving circles on donors’ giving and civic engagement and offers actionable information related to the relationships between giving circles and their hosting organizations.
Resource type: 
Research
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Nonprofit Technology Policy Workbook

Publication date: 
June 2017
This workbook to help you think through specific policies to manage your nonprofit’s risk. It contains prompts to help you create and document policies for the acceptable use of technology and networks, personal devices for work, how to provide IT guidance to “accidental techies,” how to respond to an IT incident, and how to recover your technology after a major disaster.
Resource type: 
Research
Template
Topic(s): 
Technology

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