Racial inequities in philanthropic funding perpetuate systemic injustice and weaken the non-profit sector’s collective impact by sidelining diverse leaders and ideas. To break this cycle, funders must move beyond awareness to action—restructuring relationships, governance, and evaluation practices to ensure equitable access to capital and opportunity.
Structural compassion transforms empathy from a personal burden into a sustainable system, protecting both frontline workers and the communities they serve. Without it, urgency and identity can blur boundaries, leading to burnout, mission drift, and the erosion of long-term impact.
As you set the vision for a stronger Canada, we urge you to take critical action to strengthen and support non-profits and charities by implementing and resourcing a dedicated unit in government for the non-profit sector.
"Rarely do we consider literacy as a national priority. And yet, the ability to read, write, understand numbers, and solve problems in our technologically rich environment remains one of the most powerful tools we have to build a stronger and more equitable Canada."
