People of Color Nonprofit Leaders Symposium: Philanthropy as Social Capital

*If you experience any issues when trying to register, please email Shayne@TogetherSC.org*

Philanthropy can be a powerful force for social change.  Per ABFE, "Black social change leaders and Black-led institutions have played vital roles in almost every major movement in this country, from the abolition of slavery through today." Foundations, funders, and other grant makers generously give tens of billions of dollars each year to nonprofits doing good work.  Unfortunately, less than 8% of those funds are granted to organizations led by Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPoC). How do we reverse this trend? Philanthropy as Social Capital for BIPoC.

(NOTE: We define a BIPoC led and serving organization as one whose CEO or ED is BIPoC, staff is 50% or greater BIPoC; board of directors is 50% or greater BIPoC; and whose mission statement and charitable programs aim to predominantly serve BIPoC communities or populations.)

Mechanisms by which Philanthropy can function as Social Capital will become clear as we explore how the sector could play a pivotal role in improving social outcomes for BIPoC populations.  Through tailored giving, streamlined processes, and progressive philanthropic ideals, grantmaking institutions can  position themselves as advocates and supporters of BIPoC folks and their organizations.  

Nonprofit leaders of color have historically been shut out from major funding geared towards social change, despite being wholly qualified to mobilize resources in order to solve issues faced by BIPoC communities. They have also experienced restricted access to professional grantmaking relationships.  Discussion around building bridges with funders will equip BIPoC attendees to create, seize, and maximize opportunities.

Philanthropic Leaders will:

1. Listen to BIPoC nonprofit leaders' experiences with funders
2. Examine strategies to embed equity into their giving processes and decisions
3. Gain knowledge around increasing public and private investments in BIPoC led and serving organizations
4. Receive actionable next steps they can take in order to improve outcomes for BIPoC led and serving organizations by serving as an infrastructure of Financial Capital

Nonprofit Leaders of Color will:

1. Be able to define, identify, and mobilize their network of Social Capital in order to drive change within their organizations and their communities at-large
2. Learn tactics to build relationships with funders, foundations, and grantmakers  to advance the strategic priorities and profitability of their organizations
3. Receive training and insight into nonprofit grantmaking, including basic terminology and tips to improve grant applications
4. Engage with fellow BIPoC nonprofit leaders and philanthropic leaders to gain a deeper understanding of how to tap into philanthropic Social Capital

*Lunch will be provided*

AGENDA (soon to come)