BEYOND Philanthropy

In this episode of Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie sit down with Chantias Ford from the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project to discuss the framework of Trust-Based Philanthropy, its critics, our qualms, and the future of Trust in Philanthropy.

In this episode of Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie sit down with Carmen James Randolph, Founding President & CEO of Women's Foundation of the South to discuss how empowering women, learning from the South, and understanding intersectional issues can shift the nation.

In this episode of Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie sit down with Andreanecia Morris, Executive Director for HousingNOLA, a Housing First Organization, to discuss the "First" Model and how it can be utilized to shift focus to intersectional solutions.

In this episode of Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie kick off season 4's theme of Shifting Power and what it means for Foundations, Nonprofits, and the months ahead.

In this episode of Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie recap ways to disrupt systems, their favorite guests, build on insights from the most popular episode, and introduce next season's theme.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie reflect on the 2023 Clinton Global Initiative and the lessons learned from the disruptive actions of 2023 Commitment Makers:

• Heidi Nel COO at New Theory Ventures,
• Carmen James Randolph. Founding President & CEO at Women's Foundation of the South,
• Qween Jean NYC COSTUME DESIGNER FOUNDER of Black Trans Liberation,
• Nicala De Risi CEOat Huvepharma Italia,
• and Sage Lenier, Founder & Executive Director · Sustainable & Just Future

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Edgar Villanueva, founder of The Decolonizing Wealth Project and Liberated Capital to discuss the 5-year anniversary of the project and how we need to reclaim the word Philanthropy to decolonize current/traditional implementations.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Vu Le, Creator of NonprofitAF and one of the Founders of Community Centric Fundraising, to discuss how nonprofits leaders need to grab a folding chair and organize to save our communities and how funders need to shift practices to do the same.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Barry Segal (Founder of Focus for Health Foundation and The Segal Family Foundation) and his team at Focus for Health to discuss how to build trusting and authentic relationships between Foundations and Grant Partners... people, and how other foundation leaders can learn to be more progressive and relational in their practice.

In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Regina Hairston, President and Chief Executive Officer of the African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ & DE, to discuss the "dirty A word" - Advocacy, why you shouldn't be afraid of it and why it should be part of your nonprofit/philanthropic practice.

In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie discuss leadership in the sector, the lack of leadership development and how we need to move past "Do as I say, not as I do," to become more effective and supportive leaders.

In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie discuss some of the various trends happening in grantmaking and the importance of trust,  power dynamics, and community when working to be truly disruptive in these practices. 

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In this episode, Monique and Valerie discuss the various aspects of Fundraising, how to move the practice forward, how to be more community-centric in your efforts, and how to educate donors throughout the process.

In the Season 3 premiere, Monique and Valerie speak with Kia Jarmon, Agency Director for MEPR Agency, to kick off this season's theme of Systemic Change and talk about systems that have been developed to hinder communities, and how nonprofit leaders can overcome them.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie end season 2 discussing everything from lessons learned from their guests over the past year to what listeners can do to be truly disruptive in their practices in the future. 

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In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie Broadcast live from AFP-Greater Philadelphia Chapter's National Philanthropy Day Ceremony. From systemic issues in our communities to the practices of AFP, they discuss it all. 

In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss performative disruption in philanthropy or the implementation of disruptive practices that are not authentic and often still traumatizing. 

What other performative practices should people stop? Drop us a message above and be part of the conversation.

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It's Black Philanthropy Month, and in this month's episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Sophia Peake, Development & Operations Coordinator at the Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project, to discuss how Philanthropic leaders can support Black leaders in their organizations and those they support.

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In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with guest Doris Parent, Vice President of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access Strategies, The Philadelphia Orchestra and the Kimmel Cultural Campus to discuss takeaways from AFP's ICON Conference and how fundraisers and donors are leaning into Community Centric principles. 

In this episode Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss the role of a Donor/Funder. Grounded in Community Centric Fundraising principles, this episode looks at what the Donor/Funder's role is and steps they can take to be community centric. 

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In this month's episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with guest Michael Hinson, President and COO of SELF, Inc, and a leading policy maker and influencer for policies in Philadelphia,  to discuss what it really takes to affect systemic change and how all stakeholders can come together around the theory of community of practice.

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Its been 2 years since our world has been changed by a pandemic and a movement for social justice. In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss what changes have occurred and what still needs to change in Philanthropy.

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In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Vanessa Briggs, President and CEO at The Alliance for Health Equity, to discuss how to disrupt philanthropy, what the future of philanthropy can be, and her journey to rebranding The Alliance for Health Equity.

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In the kickoff episode to Season 2 of Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss their New Year's Resolution and their hope and theme for Philanthropy this year, disruption.

What are your thoughts on how we can disrupt philanthropy, leave us a message above.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Kathy Meck, MPA, CFRE | Chief Development Officer at Families Forward Philadelphia to discuss everything from Development Plans to Board Engagement and how you can implement these strategies to start your new fiscal year off right.

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In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down and talk about what organizations should focus on for year-end giving. From Giving Tuesday and campaigns to donor conversations and development budgets, learn some tips on how to end your year right.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie host a live taping as part of B.PHL and discuss a philanthropic take on "Philly VS. Everybody." From the current issues we face as a city to institutional practices that may hinder us, take a listen as they discuss how all stakeholders in our community can be philanthropists, and if Philly takes care of Philly, we have the ability to make a change. 

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Dwayne Wharton, Founder and Senior Advisor of Just Strategies. From learning how to have difficult conversations to authenticity and the idea that not everyone feels they can be their true selves at work, this episode delves into what it takes for an organization and its stakeholders to truly be authentic in their DEI journey. 

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In this episode, Monique and Valerie explore the nonprofit-stakeholder relationship, with a focus on those who receive services. Historically, this stakeholder group hasn't been given equal footing at most organizations. Monique and Valerie discuss options for building a more inclusive relationship with those served by your organization and examples of how this is done - both poorly, and very well.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down with Erin Morton | Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals Senior Director, Development & Strategic Partnerships, Philadelphia Collaborative for Health Equity to discuss all things CFRE. Valerie who is certified, Monique who chooses not to be, and Erin who was on the fence, discuss the pros and cons of the process, purpose, and future hopes of the CFRE.

In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss the ins and outs of Board Management. From fundraising to member engagement, take a listen to their thoughts and experiences on Board Management.

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In this episode, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of Special Events. Take a listen to their thoughts and experiences on how events should not exploit but evolve.

What are your thoughts? Drop us a message above and be part of the conversation.

In this episode Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss what the role of a Fundraiser has been and what it should be in order to impact the sector and our communities for the better. 

What do you think the role of a Fundraiser should be? Drop us a message above and be part of the conversation. 

To kick-off Beyond Philanthropy, Monique and Valerie sit down to discuss how they began their journeys into the world of Philanthropy and after a decade-plus of experience, what they feel needs to change in the sector for the better.

Check out this teaser and get to know Beyond Philanthropy hosts, Monique and Valerie. 

How do you define Philanthropy? Drop us a message and be part of the conversation. Stay tuned for our first episode dropping March 19th!