Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors’ Post

This! “Women and girls historically receive fewer resources. Only 1.9% of charitable donations in the U.S. go to causes focused on women and girls.” Globally, the picture is no brighter. The field of women-centric philanthropy is far from crowded. Yet, women funders are four times more likely than men to support women-focused causes. Some argue funders should invest instead of donate, forgetting that ROI isn’t just financial—it’s socio-economic. The ripple effect benefits women, communities, and entire economies.

It's no surprise that one of the leading forces behind collective giving is women! Thank you to Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, Colmena Consulting, and Philanthropy Together for their work on their recently released report, "In Abundance: An Analysis of the Thriving Landscape of Collective Giving in the U.S.", which details the transformative impact of collective giving on philanthropy.

"All women have a role to play to step into their power and their vision, and together, we can all be so much more powerful. I hope you join a giving circle in your neighborhood or start your own." Sara Lomelin of our Peninsula Latina Giving Circle, and CEO at Philanthropy Together, discusses the power of giving circles and collective giving in Forbes. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/g3Gy7jCR

Billionaires are increasingly championing philanthropy. Sam Altman, OpenAI's head, joins their rank by signing the Giving Pledge. A bold initiative that arose in 2010, the brainchild of Warren Buffet and Bill, and Melinda French Gates.🌍🤝 This initiative nudges the world's wealthiest to donate a minimum of half their riches towards worthy causes during their lifetime or in their wills. It underscores the power of endowments, encouraging the ultra-rich to leave a meaningful legacy for global communities. A noteworthy addition to this noble movement is French Gates, who demonstrates immense commitment to advancing women's rights globally with her pledge to donate a staggering $1 billion by 2026 through Pivotal Ventures.🌐🎗️ So, amidst this surge of billionaires' philanthropy - will more of the world’s moguls step forward? And dare we surmise what impact a global philanthropic movement of this scale might have on some of our most pressing issues? #Philanthropy #GivingPledge https://lnkd.in/evjJt3sj

Given the current nfp climate this is hugely important.

When you think of a philanthropist what comes to mind? Historically, men have been at the forefront of philanthropy — especially in the US. Today, that’s quickly shifting toward a new powerhouse demographic: Women. 💪⁠ ⁠ Dive into our newest blog: The Power of Women for Philanthropy to learn about the impact women are having in the Philanthropic World. https://lnkd.in/ewjnsT9Z

Charitable giving in the U.S. has seen significant changes in recent years, influenced by evolving societal norms and external crises. Women Give 2024: 20 Years of Gender & Giving Trends explores how giving by women and men in the U.S. has changed since the turn of the 21st century. Check out this report from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy https://lnkd.in/gQM7YA2k

Traditionally, funding in the philanthropic space has been too rigid and too scarce to keep frontline feminists safe and resource their power to bring about a more just world. This is why our work at Urgent Action Fund for Feminist Activism is so unique. Our grantmaking model provides access to fast, flexible funding so feminist movements can mobilize quickly and effectively in response to unexpected risks and opportunities. Want to learn more about how we award grants to support feminist activists across the globe? Watch this: https://lnkd.in/gr-uMz8b

Trusting women is at the very core of Uplift’s mission - to transform the lives of women in crisis. It's part of the trust-based philanthropy we care so deeply about. In order to provide agile, direct financial assistance, it is vital that we trust the women we are serving. In 2023, Uplift supported 202 women and children. This would not be possible without trust. Having an innate trust in our grant applicants allows us to move quickly in their moment of need. Instead of getting bogged down with bureaucracy or stipulating that Uplift funds can only be used in specific ways, we place dollars into the hands of women, immediately. Because we believe—we know—that when women feel encouraged and empowered, they are able to lift themselves out of crisis. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gM2ki_dz #women #trustbasedphilanthropy #blogpost #nonprofit

Women and girls of color deserve more than empty promises. Orr Group's article dives into the challenges they face and the steps nonprofit leaders can take to drive real change. Read now to learn how we're evolving philanthropy to uplift and empower women and girls of color.