How UK funders quickly mobilized against racist violence

Why It Matters

This summer’s violent attacks on Muslim and other racialized communities in the UK revealed deep-seated tensions. With more data – and strategies that incorporate insights from that data – funders can actively direct capital towards projects that help prevent future violence.

Three years in, philanthropy’s climate pledge in Canada falling short despite bright spots

Why It Matters

Climate change poses an existential threat to life on Earth. Yet environmental charities in Canada get just two per cent of foundation funds. Has a voluntary climate pledge helped increase support?

4 Canadian suggestions to increase community finance funds

Why It Matters

The Social Finance Fund has done a good job building and creating a pool of capital to invest in social purpose organizations and community projects. What’s next - especially with federal elections around the corner?

Canada joins Russia, Iraq, UK among those whose human rights commissions are being investigated

Why It Matters

Anti-Black discrimination, racism, and sexism hold back racialized Canadians working in the federal civil service. Now, a global body is investigating the issue