Methods and Models
Equitable Evaluation Framework
The Equitable Evaluation Framework™ (EEF) website hosts a plethora of resources to help funders assess their alignment of purpose, practices, processes, and policies with stated values and intentions, specifically within the context of the U.S. philanthropic sector.
Trust- Based Philanthropy
Funders looking to examine and change the power dynamics and structural barriers that too often get in the way of nonprofits achieving their intended impact, should check out Trust-Based Philanthropy Project.
Participatory Grantmaking
Participatory Grantmakers has some great resources about participatory grantmaking. The Ford Foundation also produced a report recently that helps define this model that moves decision making to those most affected by the issues in the community.
Community-Centric Fundraising
A newer model of fundraising, Community-Centric Fundraising moves the focus from the funder to the community. There is an international community that is learning about and practicing this model by investigating and employing these ten principles.
Need more support?
Reach out to us at mpc@mainephilanthropy.org if you have questions about any of the above resources or if you have suggestions to share.