For too long, philanthropy has been seen as an exclusive club. Yet today, our country is experiencing a national reckoning on racial, social and economic justice, which raises important questions about who is called a philanthropist. This is especially important as an unprecedented number of communities face immense hardship in the wake of COVID-19. It is clear that philanthropy needs to be democratized — giving circles can help make it happen.
Sara Lomelin, executive director of Philanthropy Together, explains in this virtual live Q&A moderated by WPI Director Jeannie Sager how we can increase diversity in philanthropy in this critical moment and scale the giving circles movement. Beyond describing what a giving circle is and how it operates, Sara shares how giving circles are breaking down barriers and upending traditional philanthropy, how collective giving empowers communities during this challenging moment, and why it is life-changing for those who participate. Sara also highlights how people can take action now and provide resources for webinar participants to start their own giving circles.
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