Trust-Based Philanthropy: An Approach

Trust-Based Philanthropy reimagines traditional funder-grantee relationships by addressing the inherent power imbalances that exist between foundations and nonprofits.  Infused by core values of equity, humility, transparency, curiosity, and collaboration, Trust-Based Philanthropy envisions a world in which funders authentically partner with grantees in a spirit of service.

A trust-based approach relies on six interrelated principles which, when practiced together, contribute to greater equity in the sector:

1. Provide Multi-Year, Unrestricted Funding
2. Do the Homework
3. Simplify & Streamline Paperwork
4. Be Transparent & Responsive
5. Solicit & Act on Feedback
6. Offer Support Beyond the Check

Join Phil Li, President & CEO of the Robert Sterling Clark Foundation as he walks us through approach taken by his organization, empowering the grant recipient to use its staff’s time and talents on mission-focused work, not grants management paperwork!

Email info@philanthropywv.org to register, and, as always our webinars are free to our members and just $30 for nonmembers!