121. How to Build a Pipeline of Talent & Inclusivity - Birgit Burton

Meet Birgit. She's our modern-day Renaissance woman in philanthropy. As founder of the African American Development Officers Network, Chair-Elect of Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Global and executive director of foundation relations for Georgia Institute of Technology, she's a triple threat in the development sector - in the best way! We're talking about the power of diversifying the talent pipeline in philanthropy and why "inclusion" should be a word we're all fighting to embrace and infuse as evergreen values in our organizations.

Values, Community, Diversity and Inclusion, Fundraising, LeadershipJulie ConferMay 24, 2021batch6, values, fundraising, jobsComment

119. The Urgent Case for Latinx Philanthropy + Unlocking the Power of Unrestricted Giving - Ana Marie Argilagos

Meet Ana Marie. The CEO of Hispanics in Philanthropy is mobilizing her community to combat that 1% of U.S. philanthropic dollars currently go to Latinx organizations, a margin so far from the need reflected in our communities. She's also talking through the moment she learned of their organization's selection as a beneficiary of MacKenzie Scott's donation and how the unrestricted gift was groundbreaking to organizational growth.

Diversity and Inclusion, Major Gifts, PhilanthropyJulie ConferMay 19, 2021batch6, mission story, values, fundraisingComment

111. Training Leaders on Building Safe, Inclusive Spaces - Rashaunda Williams

Meet Rashuanda. She's passionate about equipping this generation's nonprofit leaders with the soft skills needed to build high-performing team. And it starts with creating a space where people feel they can thrive, share their experiences and be their authentic selves. Her team at Collective Impact is breaking through diversity and inequity gaps to train leaders to build healthy cultures which inevitably lead to healthier teams.

107. Collective Giving and the Power of Giving Circles - Kyson Bunthuwong

Meet Kyson. This gritty optimist got his start in social good when he co-founded a startup aimed at tackling Malawi's illegal charcoal trade.Today, he and the Philanthropy Together team are working to empower us all with the knowledge of giving circles to build powerful communities for good. There are many in our sector who aren’t familiar with Giving Circles 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️ Tune in as we dive into this powerful community-building strategy. Kyson also throws down some wise counsel on democratizing and diversifying philanthropy through giving circles and collective giving. If you have passionate ambassadors, volunteers or rabid fans - this episode is for you.

Philanthropy, Fundraising, Diversity and Inclusion, StrategyJulie ConferApril 19, 2021batch5, major gifts, fundraisingComment

98. How to Diversify the Talent Pipeline in Philanthropy - Karon Moody Harden

Meet Karon. She believes philanthropy can be a trusted partner in advancing the greater good. And her team at the Council on Foundations is centered on doing just that by fostering heathy work environments, developing diverse people and advocating for progress. By bringing people together around these topics, her org is bridging divides and creating opportunities for people to listen, share and do the work. And her One Good Thing will move your heart.

96. Conscious Leadership and Male Allyship at Work and the World - Carley Hauck

Meet Carley. This author and adjunct faculty at Stanford University and UC Berkeley teaches leadership and business as a platform for positive change in the world. Carley shares her passion for inclusive leadership and creating a workplace and world that works for everyone while prioritizing people and planet first. She's even walking us through male allyship and how men can be partners in the fight for gender equality.

92. Women of Impact Week: Sneak Peek! - Jonathan McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE and Julie Confer

Tune in for a preview and sneak peek of the We Are For Good Podcast Women of Impact Week presented by Virtuous. Next week we're releasing 5 episodes, each dedicated to celebrating the incredible women making an impact in our world, and how you can take action to harness the power of women to further your causes too.

72. Inspiring a New Culture of Inclusivity + The Power of Higher Ed Philanthropy - Kim Nyoni

Meet Kim. He's spent his career in university development from University of Arizona and Berkley to Washington University and today at UNLV. He's talking about the future of philanthropy in higher education and trends for the sector - including efforts to encourage universities to embrace the Diversity & Inclusivity in Advancement pledge. It's not just a pledge; it's a call to action. There's a lot to discuss even as he talks through 2021 strategic planning. Tune in!

Diversity and Inclusion, Fundraising, Higher Education, Major Gifts, Philanthropy, ValuesJulie ConferFebruary 1, 2021batch4Comment

63. Real Talk: How to Recruit + Empower a Diverse Team - Kishshana Palmer

Meet Kishshana. Educator, speaker, head honcho, coach, you name it. She is the real deal. Kishshana delivers meaningful messages with such wisdom and knowledge. There is power in her words and actions of creating a more inclusive world, not just in the nonprofit sector. Kishshana gives us an insight into creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace as well as real-life experiences that shaped her into the powerhouse she is today. Hunker down with your notepad and a good pen, you’ll want to write this down.

34. Running for Social Justice + Racial Equality: The Story of MADabolic Washington DC

Meet Kamille, Eric & Corbin. They're three faces of a powerful Washington D.C. team who united a gym and a community around the change they wanted to see in the world. Hear how they channeled their passion for racial equality into an intense half-marathon training that ultimately raised $45K+ for a variety of DEI nonprofit organizations. Their unified commitment to do more than post hashtags had a far-reaching effect on their communities and themselves. It's an inspiring story of one group of ordinary citizens who banded together for the greater good.

Campaigns, Diversity and Inclusion, Fundraising, Kindness Week, PhilanthropyJulie ConferNovember 3, 2020batch2Comment

4. How to Create Inclusive Communities that Thrive - Yolanda F. Johnson

Meet Yolanda F. Johnson. She's building communities where everyone has a place. The Manhattan-based entrepreneur, fundraiser and author advocates for voices who need to be heard.