Philanthropy’s Quest for Equity: Past. Present. Future.

Examining milestones in the history of American philanthropy

Covering a timeline of more than 150 years, this session will describe and analyze milestones in the history of American philanthropy. We will weave perspectives to analyze modern philanthropy’s quest for equity as practice, process, and vision.

Following the presentation, you will be invited to explore how this shared context shapes your own work, and then to envision what may be in store for the future of equity in philanthropy. You’ll leave with historical context, ideas for advancing equity, and a resources/tools reference list to explore further.

This course will help you:

• Understand the historical context for equity in philanthropy to reach an individual and shared understanding of the future needs to advance equity.
• Build confidence and patience in persisting in your individual and organization’s journey to advance equity.
• Consider your own organization’s future by addressing changes in paradigms, wealth, and power.

Individual Price: $195
Group Rate: $165 per person for groups of 3 or more from the same organization

Course Instructor

Jennifer Lawson, Ph.D., is a project director at the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. She is responsible for creating and implementing projects that advance the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Jennifer has more than 15 years of experience working in philanthropy, with nonprofits, and teaching in higher education. Her areas of expertise include grantmaking, program design, private foundation compliance, course development, and training/instruction. Learn more about Dr. Lawson.

Who should attend this course?

This course is intended for foundation staff, donors, and others engaged in grantmaking. If you do not fit this profile but are interested in attending, please email tgs@gvsu.edu before registering.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

This course may be subject to cancellation if it does not reach the minimum number of registrants. In the event of a cancellation, you will be notified at least two weeks before the course start date and will be offered a full refund or the option to transfer your registration to another Johnson Center course. Refund requests for any other reason must be made at least two weeks prior to the start of the course.

Questions about this event or your registration?

Call 616-331-7585 or email tgs@gvsu.edu.