A New Era of Philanthropy: Ten Practices to Transform Wealth into a More Just and Sustainable Future: How We Fund in Times of Crisis and Opportunity

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How building a better philanthropy builds better futures-10 lessons for funding in times of crisis and opportunity for readers of Decolonizing Wealth and Winners Take All Can philanthropy be an anti-racist, feminist, relational, and joyful expression of solidarity This book argues that it not only can be-for the future we seek, and for philanthropy to achieve its greatest impact, it must be. How building a better philanthropy builds better futures-10 lessons for funding in times of crisis and opportunity for readers of Decolonizing Wealth and Winners Take All Can philanthropy be an anti-racist, feminist, relational, and joyful expression of solidarity This book argues that it not only can be-for the future we seek, and for philanthropy to achieve its greatest impact, it must be. On the cusp of the greatest wealth transfer in history-with $84 trillion dollars moving between generations in the next 20 years-how can philanthropy realize its greatest potential Nationally recognized philanthropic leader Dimple Abichandani revolutionizes the precepts of modern philanthropy. Offering 10 provocative practice shifts, A New Era of Philanthropy engages readers with fresh answers to the question of how philanthropy can meet this high-stakes moment. Abichandani highlights paradigm and practice shifts that model the way forward, moving beyond critique into real transformation. Each lesson offers relatable stories and accessible practices to help us achieve collective change in- Governance Grantmaking Investments Crisis funding And other key levers A New Era of Philanthropy picks up where key books like Decolonizing Wealth and Winners Take All leave off, offering a guide for donors, foundations, and non-profit leaders navigating philanthropy in the midst of a decisive decade. Clear-eyed, hopeful, and responsive to the urgent needs of today's philanthropic sector, this book helps us reimagine the practice, purpose and norms of modern philanthropy. It is an invitation to all of us who believe these resources can contribute to a more just future- start here.

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Dimple Abichandani is a nationally recognized philanthropic leader, writer, and innovator who has spent the last two decades working to transform philanthropy. She began her philanthropic career building out the Third Wave Fund, which has maintained its roots in resourcing youth-led, intersectional, gender justice movements for more than two decades. As the founding director of the Rise Together Fund, Dimple helped create and lead the first national donor collaborative to invest in grassroots Muslim, Arab, and South Asian organizations fighting Islamophobia. She previously served as an Executive Director of the General Service Foundation. As a Grantmaker, she earned a Scrivener Award for Creative Grantmaking. Her work has been featured in publications, including the Stanford Social Innovation Review and Inside Philanthropy. Now, she serves as a Fellow with the National Center for Family Philanthropy, on the Board of Directors of Solidaire Network, and the Steering Committee of the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project.