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Program Topic:
Ethical Fundraising in a Changing
World: Centering Equity,
Accountability, and Community
Voice
In today’s rapidly shifting philanthropic landscape, fundraising professionals face a critical challenge — and opportunity — to reimagine their practices through the lens of ethics, equity, and inclusion. As donor demographics shift, social movements reshape expectations, and communities demand greater transparency, traditional fundraising methods are no longer enough.
This interactive session invites participants to explore what ethical fundraising truly means in a world shaped by systemic inequities, cultural complexity, and shifting power dynamics. Through collaborative exercises, guided reflection, and a co-created toolkit, attendees will examine how fundraising can either reinforce or disrupt exclusion — and how to lead with integrity, authenticity, and impact.
Participants will leave with:
- A deeper understanding of how DEI principles inform ethical decision-making in donor engagement
- Tools to identify and address bias in fundraising strategy, storytelling, and stewardship
- Strategies for balancing donor influence with mission alignment and community accountability
- A framework for embedding transparency, reciprocity, and cultural responsiveness into fundraising culture
Whether you're cultivating major gifts, designing campaigns, or stewarding donor relationships, this session will challenge assumptions and equip you to lead fundraising efforts that are not only effective — but just.
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