Grant Philanthropic Advisors | Catalytic Action

JUNE 2020 UPDATE

Dear Reader,

2020 has been a year none of us anticipated. As we chart our path forward, I am hearing inspiring stories of how families, friends and colleagues are engaging in compelling conversations centered on what our world should and could look like. It is no coincidence that the nonprofit community is at the center of many of these conversations. I believe that philanthropy is a critical building block in our figurative and literal healing.

Generational Conversations and Action

How are you talking to your children and grandchildren about current events? How can we come together across generations to help those in need?

The following are several resources I found helpful to spark constructive conversations and action.

Youth Service America has terrific ideas on Summer Projects that can be done at a distance. Their resources are geared towards all ages.

Giving Square is a youth philanthropy program that sends weekly newsletters sharing resources, opportunities and ideas – many of which come directly from youth.

Embrace Race supports families in their ongoing discussions around race and inequities. If you are curious about ways to engage your children and grandchildren on the topic, this is a great place to start.

Social Justice Initiatives

A new lens and subsequent urgency have been given to social justice initiatives in light of the recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmed Arbery. I have fielded many questions about effective organizations working in this space now. My colleague Chloe Cockburn at Open Philanthropy has suggested a list of organizations that are particularly effective in the criminal justice space right now. While these organizations are working across the country, I have compiled a list of Charleston and South Carolina focused organizations in this sector that are doing meaningful work. Contact me if you would like to learn more.

Catalytic Philanthropy

How can you give of yourself to spark lasting change in our world?

Exponent Philanthropy’s recent article by Andy Carroll presents a compelling call to action. While his message is tailored for the foundation community, I think all philanthropists can glean powerful take aways from his article.

What innovative ideas and opportunities are you seeing in your community? I would love to hear from you!

Gratefully,

Kaky

KAKY M. GRANT / PRINCIPAL

843-276-3974

Kaky@grantphilanthropy.com

www.grantphilanthropy.com

P.O. Box 20122 Charleston, SC 29413