Racial, Ethnic, Tribal Philanthropy: Mission and Goals
What are we here to do? When establishing a racial, ethnic or tribal fund, foundation or giving circle, considering this question thoroughly is an essential step. Mission and values are like a roadmap to navigate your activities and decisions. They help you to keep going in the right direction – and can guide you back if you wander. Getting your leadership to adopt a mission and values statement is hard work. Shared commitment and agreement are critical. Investing in this step makes everything else possible. It is good practice to revisit your mission and values statement from time to time and to update it if needed.Materials
- Drafting a Mission and Values Statement
Questions to consider when drafting a mission and/or values statement. - Sample Mission Statements
Provides sample mission statements of racial, ethnic and tribal funds and foundations.
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- Profile Information for Giving Circles
Profile information for giving circles in racial, ethnic and tribal communities. - Profile Information of Independent Foundations
Profile information for racial, ethnic and tribal independent foundations. - Profiles of Affiliated Funds
Descriptive information on racial, ethnic and tribal funds affiliated with host organizations. - Sample Giving Circles Mission Statements
To help craft your giving circle’s mission it may be helpful to see what others have created. - BoardSource
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