PFC Workshop - February 23, 12 - 2 PM (ET): Upscaling Support to Black Canadian Communities: What are the Opportunities for the Philanthropic Sector? (Exclusive to PFC Members)

Designed as a follow-up to the February 3 webinar for those members who want to engage further, this two-hour workshop will serve as an opportunity to dig deeper and to learn more about ways of actioning the report's main recommendations, notably the creation of a Foundation for Black Communities (FBC).  Open to PFC members only, participants will be provided with time and space to learn most about:

- Challenges and opportunities faced by Black Communities in Canada

- Practical ways to support and build lasting relations with Black Communities in Canada

The workshop encompasses a mix of plenaries and breakout groups that will allow participants to engage directly with the Foundation for Black Communities and other foundations already engaged in supporting its successful establishment. CEOs, EDs, and board directors are encouraged to participate. 

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Launch of the first PFC cohort on Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion - JEDI Accelerator for Foundations

Reminder: Early Bird rates will end in 10 days.

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) have become pressing priorities for foundations in Canada. How do you start? How do you move from general commitment to action? PFC is offering a new program in 2021 for Foundations that want to bring JEDI to life throughout their organization - from governance to grantmaking. Who should participate? All foundations, whether small or large, with an internal commitment to advancing JEDI through policy and concrete steps in the coming year. How can my foundation participate? When possible, foundations are encouraged to designate 2 to 3 participants from their foundation boards, foundation leaders, or foundation senior program staff to form a team that will participate in the cohort. For those foundations that are unable to form a team, individual registration is also open. 

When? From April 2021 to February 2022. More details on program, cost, and facilitators here

PFC Guest Blog - Reflections on Funding Fairness for Black Communities.

"For philanthropy to advance the equity for the Black community, it must first understand the demographics of the organizations being funded and the ones being declined."

- Orville Wallace, Director of Programs and Strategic Initiatives, Laidlaw Foundation

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PFC is pleased to welcome its latest member,

Champsee Family Foundation in North York, Toronto

Mapping Canada’s Pandemic Response: PhilanthropyResponds.ca

This blog post, authored by Jamie Fawcett with Grantbook, reflects on PFC, CFC, EFC, and The Circle on Philanthropy and Aboriginal Peoples in Canada’s data-sharing initiative aimed at increasing transparency in the sector. PhilanthropyResponds.ca “shines a light on how philanthropic organizations in Canada have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic.” Read More

Effective and Accountable Charities Act

Senator Ratna Omidvar has tabled Bill S-222, the Effective and Accountable Charities Act. This bill will amend the Income Tax Act to enable charities to establish equal partnerships with non-charities, especially empowering the BIPOC voices, while ensuring accountability and transparency. Read More

Democratizing Family Philanthropy: Shifting Practice to Share Power

“By imposing your values, priorities, and choices on communities in need, you risk taking a paternalistic approach to your philanthropy.” This article argues that those most affected by social problems should meaningfully be participating in decisions about programs, policies, and strategies that may directly impact their communities. Read More

February 2021: News and Notes from NCFP’s Friends of the Family Network

This “Friends Focus” highlights updates from members at the Friend of the Family network and their initiatives. This month features updates from the Bainum Family Foundation, Hewlett Foundation, Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelly Foundation, General Service Foundation, Russell Family Foundation, and Surdna Foundation. Read More

Intercultural Conversations: The Cole Foundation

The Cole Foundation is now accepting applications for the Spring Intercultural Conversations program competition, with a deadline of Friday, April 2, 2021. This program encourages theatre artists to present existing works and create new ones about cultural and ethnic diversity intended to stimulate multicultural dialogues. Read More