For Grantmakers & Philanthropic Advisors

Philanthropy MA is a diverse and vibrant membership association of highly engaged philanthropic organizations and individuals with interests in Massachusetts and surrounding areas. As a leading and influential voice and advocate for effective philanthropy, Philanthropy MA provides access to knowledge and cooperative action that enables our members to create extraordinary value for each other, their grantees and to collectively shape the future of a healthy and vibrant region.

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Upcoming Events

May 18th

Program Staff Learning Network Informal Meetup

Audience:

Grantmaker, Philanthropic Advisor

Join us for a Program Staff Learning Network virtual meetup on Tuesday, May 18 from 4-5pm. Grab your beverage of choice and spend time getting to know your peers. In true networking “happy hour” fashion, there is no formal agenda. Feel free to ask for advice around a work challenge you are facing...

May 24th

Behavioral Health Funders' Network Meeting

Audience:

Grantmaker, Philanthropic Advisor

There is an infusion of new and plentiful federal and state funds for behavioral health (including substance use disorder funds). This is a good thing, but what do we know about the funds? What is the timeline for allocation? How do the funds intersect with the Commonwealth’s new Behavioral Health...

May 25th

Burnout and Compassion Fatigue in a Pandemic: Steps Toward Resilience

Audience:

All, Consultant, Grantmaker, Grantseeker, Nonprofit, Philanthropic Advisor

This interactive two-hour workshop unpacks the effects of the pandemic on our work lives and personal wellness. You will learn the signs of compassion fatigue and burnout and build self-awareness through reflective exercises. We will discuss effective resilience strategies including immediate and...

May 26th

Western MA Funders' Network Meeting

Audience:

Grantmaker, Philanthropic Advisor

This meeting will begin with time set aside for a real chance to network with one another. In the spirit of learning, if you attended a virtual networking event that had a provocative/engaging prompt that allowed for great networking, do share it ahead of time with Jessica Berns. We will then...

In Philanthropy

May 4th, 2021

The Importance of Being Data-Focused

Source: Philanthropy Massachusetts

How do you use data to impact your work? What are the data challenges and opportunities you have found? We want to know. More »

May 4th, 2021

Why Flexible Funding Needs to Be Philanthropy's New Normal

Source: The Center for Effective Philanthropy

During the past year, we have seen an overwhelming show of support from the philanthropic community to help address the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. More »

April 22nd, 2021

SURVEY RESULTS: Ongoing Impacts of COVID-19 on MA Nonprofits

Source: Philanthropy MA Blog

April 12th, 2021

The best counter to anti-Asian hate is to build AAPI power

Source: The Boston Globe

With nearly 1 in 10 residents and 1 in 3 people of color in Greater Boston identifying as AAPI, now is the time to build our power and unite with others for our shared future. More »