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It's been two years since my article, Living Your Organizational Culture, was published in Advancing Philanthropy magazine - still very relevant and a foundation for Federation's continued success in these challenging times. https://lnkd.in/dpr-cU52

The Future of Philanthropy is Young! Jeremiah Steen once told me that this is the best world to take risks, to test out new hypotheses for the world's potential, and give that first push to someone's career. How can we do any less than to fully empower young people in every asset of this field? For Elders in the Non-Profit Sector, how are you held accountable by those under 25 within the communities you serve? Are we on your boards? Have we reviewed and approved of the language you use to describe us in your grants? Most importantly, what are you doing to build the trust required to build a world that will honor your legacy?

At SureImpact, we have long championed the pursuit of nonprofits to become impact-centric. We are excited for the release of the 2024 High Impact Philanthropy Toolkit from the Center for High Impact Philanthropy. It provides guidance to help donors practice high impact #philanthropy. It also provides nine examples of high-impact #nonprofits. Learn more in our latest blog. #impactmeasurement https://lnkd.in/gyTwf2i4

Nonprofits are at the heart of Greater Boston and the heart of our work. That's why TBF's Community Leadership pathway is grounded in supporting nonprofit leaders and organizations, strengthening relationships and equitable philanthropic practices, valuing collaboration, and investing in community-led grantmaking that aids individuals and families. In our work with infrastructure partners like the Institute for Nonprofit Practice, TBF strives to empower and equip nonprofit leaders so they can meet their missions and strengthen our communities. As many consider supporting nonprofits throughout the giving season and beyond, it is essential that we center the wellbeing of our nonprofit sector as a whole. You by our side. Equity at the center. Thanks to the Institute for Nonprofit Practice and all of the nonprofit leaders who partnered with us for this video series, and our gratitude to EmVision Productions for showcasing this work! Read more: https://bit.ly/3ZvKH7g

Family philanthropy offers a powerful way to have an impact on the causes that matter most to you. It also can bring families closer together, strengthen family bonds and help you discover shared values. See how a philanthropic giving plan can help your family establish a lasting giving legacy. #Philanthropy #GivingSeason #Grantmaking

Elaine Chu, embodies the values that we espouse at 21/64: integrity, justice, relationships, and innovation. Throughout her career, she has learned to seamlessly blend SELF and ROLE, to the great benefit of the families and institutions she serves. Based in Seattle, WA, Elaine is a vice president of Philanthropic Strategies for Fidelity Charitable®. Since 2022, she has led a team of philanthropic strategists in the Private Donor Group that advises Fidelity Charitable’s most generous donors on how they can use their charitable resources to meaningfully advance the causes they care about. Earlier in her career, Elaine was Director of Philanthropic Services at the Seattle Foundation. Currently, she is a board member for Green River College, a public community college focused on global workforce development and civic engagement. This month, Elaine will be named the Wonderful Woman of Color with the Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC)® to kick off Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Thank you, Elaine, for bringing your authentic self to the 21/64 Learning Community and for enriching all of us with your ideas and the example you set. IN A FEW SENTENCES, WHAT IS YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE? To make this world a better place for the next generation, personally and professionally. My favorite quote on this is “we don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” I use this as my north star to change the narrative that we lead with selflessness. I want to continue to encourage children, young adults, and parents through engagement and tools they can use to become champions for causes and communities they care deeply about. WHAT IS THE BEST PART OF YOUR WORK? I get to build relationships and meet wonderful families who lead with empathy, kindness, and humbleness. They are intentional and thoughtful in their approaches to giving. I find joy in working with families to connect the dots and advise them in their planning to maximize their impact to nonprofits and communities. WHAT IS A BURNING QUESTION YOU HAVE FOR THIS COMMUNITY? What does success look like to you when working with families in philanthropy? I know we tend to immediately gravitate to the quantitative side when we think about success and impact, but our work goes beyond that as we build trust and relationships. WHAT WAS THE LAST SHOW YOU BINGED-WATCHED? Ted Lasso! The show reminded me a lot about teamwork, relationships, friendships, and how it takes a community to work together.

Strategic philanthropy is more than just a charitable act; it's a powerful tool for shaping your family's legacy and teaching values that endure. Discover how to integrate philanthropy into your estate planning to connect generations and reinforce community responsibility. #Philanthropy #LegacyPlanning #FamilyValues https://lnkd.in/gcEss7jc

Check out this article on philanthropy with insights from my colleague Johnny Burleson!

Things move quickly in today's world. Learn how a culture of philanthropy can sustain organizations during times of rapid societal change in our latest article, featuring insights from Principal Mid-Atlantic Johnny Burleson: https://hubs.ly/Q02BckpL0 #philanthropy #nonprofit #fundraisingstrategy #cultureofphilanthropy #donorengagement

Family philanthropy offers a powerful way to have an impact on the causes that matter most to you. It can also strengthen family bonds and help families discover shared values. See how a philanthropic giving plan can help your family establish a lasting giving legacy. #GivingSeason #Philanthropy