Opioid Crisis Learning Session 9-24-18
The nation’s opioid crisis did not result overnight. A “perfect storm” has been brewing and sweeping our nation for decades and Pennsylvania is being hit hard.
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Funders for LGBTQ Issues Responds to Trump’s Anti-Trans Statements
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Funders for LGBTQ Issues responds to recent comments from President Donald Trump that the United States will no longer “accept or allow transgender individuals to serve in any capacity in the U.S. military.
The One Northside Initiative: A Tour of the Northside
Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - 2:00pm
Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania and the Buhl Foundation invite you to learn more about the One Northside plan.
Responsible AI Adoption for Funders
Thursday, February 22, 2024 - 1:00pm
Join the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) for a discussion regarding the recent release of its groundbreaking version 1 of the "Responsible AI Adoption in Philanthropy" framework.
Program Resources- Crisis and Collaboration Reimagining the Future of Arts Funding
Program resources- Crisis and Collaboration Reimagining the Future of Arts Funding 11/19/20
Get on the Map - eReporting Instructions and template
There are just three steps to submitting your grants data using the eGrant format.
Making the Most of The Pittsburgh Promise: Findings from Two Research Projects
During a GWP session on March 31, we learned about two related strands of research that have shaped the understanding of the Pittsburgh Promise and the support systems needed to prepare students to use the scholarships.
Transforming Your Mindset: Asset-Framing For Equity with Trabian Shorters
Thursday, May 20, 2021 - 10:00am
Based on insights from global authorities in cognition, decision-making, narrative and social impact, Trabian Shorters will lead us in a discussion of how to apply asset-framing to achieve greater success, diversity, equity, and impact in our work.
The Next Census Will Shape Children's Lives. Let's Make Sure We Count Right
Monday, April 2, 2018
This Education Week Commentary piece by Gregg Behr, Executive Director of The Grable Foundation talks about how an inaccurate count in the 2020 Census could hurt vulnerable students and schools.
Co-Creation: Viewing Partnerships Through A New Lens
"Co-Creation" is a case study about the Connecticut Early Childhood Funder Collaborative, a project of the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy. The case study examines co-creation, an emerging systems change collaboration model which grew out of a funder-and-state partnership. This unique partnership led to the creation by executive order of a new and independent Office of Early Childhood, which was formally approved by the Connecticut State Legislature in 2013. The companion piece, "Taking on New Roles to Address 21st Century Problems," looks at co-creation from the perspective of a regional association of grantmakers.
On the Brink of Promise, The Future of Community Foundations
Seminal work on community foundations, published in 2005.
Resources: Administrative Learning Network: Essential Tools For Planning Meetings And Events 09/2018
Resources from the Administrative Learning Network: Essential Tools For Planning Meetings And Events Program
Member Spotlight: The Evan and Tracy Segal Family Foundation
Monday, January 13, 2020
Since The Evan and Tracy Segal Family Foundation was founded in 2006, it has supported meaningful causes centered on human kindness and social justice on a national level.
Reopening Wounds: The 10.27 Trial and Communal Healing
Thursday, March 23, 2023 - 2:00pm
Join us to learn from Maggie Feinstein, Director of the 10.27 Healing Partnership.
Measuring the Value of Corporate Philanthropy: Social impact, business benefits, and investor returns
How to measure the value and results of corporate philanthropy remains one of corporate giving professionals’ greatest challenges. This report offers a review of recent measurement studies, models, and evidence drawn from complementary business disciplines as well as the social sector.
Program Resources: Corporate Network Session: A Blueprint for Racial Equity in the Workplace and Beyond- Building a Just Future Together
Resources from the Corporate Network Session: A Blueprint for Racial Equity in the Workplace and Beyond- Building a Just Future Together.
Program Resources: Effective Business Writing
Program Resources: Effective Business Writing on 11/4/21
How to Respond to Earthquakes in Mexico and Hurricane Maria
Monday, October 2, 2017
We are compiling a list of responses, news items, resources and programming for philanthropy in response to the destruction being left by an earthquake and Hurricane Maria.
Critical Attention For Food Pantries Feeding Region
Tuesday, April 3, 2018
With nearly one in seven people in Allegheny County experiencing food insecurity, The Pittsburgh Foundation is organizing a Critical Needs Alert online fundraising event to raise money for 171 Alle
Watch Party - We Wear the Mask: The Hidden Face of Women in Poverty
Friday, December 4, 2020 - 12:00pm
Join us for a screening of this evocative documentary which follows three different women who have faced similar struggles and illuminates the human impact of economic injustice through their stories. We will be joined by Tammy T. Thompson, who is an internationally sought-after expert on issues of poverty, and the Executive Producer the documentary for real-time discussion.