Our Approach
LEAVING A LEGACY. MAKING A MARK.
As a Black women owned and operated organization, our ideology and approach is atypical to traditional philanthropy. We are unapologetic about our commitment to attracting and supporting Black Philanthropists as they journey to identify their passion and goals in closing gaps in Black communities. We believe that within the Black community, we have the resources, influence, brilliance and POWER to transform challenges into solutions that will impact generations to come.
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We also exclusively support Black-led organizations who have proven that with adequate access to funding and resources they can answer the call to address the most intractable challenges from Black Maternal Health and Workforce Development to Economic Mobility and Public Safety. Those most proximate to the challenge are simultaneously more proximate to the solution.
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From starting a family foundation to a giving circle with your best girlfriends or supporting the growth of HBCUs to your local community center. If you are a Black Philanthropist or desire to be one, let us support your journey!
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If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
~ African proverb
Our Services
Strategic Philanthropy Planning:
Working closely with clients to develop customized philanthropic strategies aligned with their values, interests, and goals. This includes identifying focus areas, setting objectives, and establishing criteria for evaluating impact.
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Grantmaking Assistance:
Assisting clients in all aspects of the grantmaking process, from identifying potential grantees to designing grant programs, reviewing proposals, and making funding recommendations. This also involves conducting due diligence and assessing the effectiveness of grantee organizations.
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Impact Assessment and Evaluation:
Helping clients measure the impact of their philanthropic investments and initiatives. This includes developing evaluation frameworks, collecting and analyzing data, and producing reports to assess the effectiveness and outcomes of funded projects.
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Donor Education and Engagement:
Educating clients about philanthropic best practices, emerging trends, and opportunities for engagement. This may include hosting workshops, webinars, and other educational events to help donors deepen their understanding of social issues and effective philanthropy.
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Family Philanthropy Services:
Assisting family foundations and multi-generational families in developing governance structures, succession planning, and strategies for engaging family members in philanthropy. This may also involve facilitating family meetings and guiding discussions on philanthropic values and priorities.
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Collaborative Philanthropy Facilitation:
Facilitating collaborative giving initiatives and partnerships among multiple donors, philanthropic organizations, and other stakeholders. This may include convening stakeholders, facilitating discussions, coordinating joint funding efforts to address complex social challenges, and developing giving circles.
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Strategic Partnerships and Networking:
Building strategic partnerships and fostering relationships with other philanthropic organizations, nonprofits, government agencies, and community leaders. This may involve identifying potential collaborators, facilitating introductions, and exploring opportunities for collective action.