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philanthropic identity

I understand why community members and local leaders should direct the initiatives intended to impact their lives.

I am willing to fund experimentation and new approaches to social issues, to try something new even though these practices may not guarantee results.

I want to give more decision-making power to the people and communities most impacted by social issues.

I want to support historically underfunded communities and issues with my philanthropic dollars.

I want to spend more time learning about the root causes of social issues and how they are connected.

I understand that being savvy about the timing of my giving can create a positive outcome for the issues I care about.

I am focused on race, ethnicity, or identity in some of my giving.

I want to learn how intentional timing of a significant philanthropic gift can maximize its impact or drive progress.

I understand the importance of applying innovative solutions to complex social issues, in particular, solutions that come from outside of the traditional philanthropic sector.

I am excited about using practices from the investment world to align my financial investments with my giving, beliefs, and values.

I am very engaged in addressing the fundamental problems behind issues, rather than the symptoms.

I know about or have made impact investments – financial investments in socially responsible businesses or funds.

I have seen the importance of justice in philanthropy and understand why many donors focus on creating a fair and equal society for all.

I know why causes and organizations need more than just money to support their efforts.

I’m eager to use a variety of resources — my time, skills, influence, and personal connections — to support nonprofits and social issues.

I am committed to exploring how race and gender are related to the social issues I care about.