Strategies for equitable grantmaking in philanthropy featuring the Race and Equity in Philanthropy Group (REPG)

This webinar will explore the Race and Equity in Philanthropy Group (REPG), a network of foundations committed to advancing racial equity in the philanthropic sector. We’ll discuss how REPG helps members strengthen partnerships and share power with nonprofits that serve the needs of historically marginalized communities. You’ll gain insights on how funders can learn from each other to advance their commitment to racial equity and inclusion even in the current political climate. You will also learn about the evolution of REPG since its founding in 2006 and how its members are working together to confront the racial equity backlash.  

Outcomes:

• Understand the history and evolution of REPG
• Recognize how some foundations think about racial equity in their policy and practices
• Learn about strategies that a group of foundations are pursuing together on racial equity

Speakers:

• Cory Anderson (he/him), Chief Innovation Officer, Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
• David Maurrasse (he/him), Founder and President, Marga Incorporated
• Sharmila Lawrence (she/her), Executive Vice President, Marga Incorporated