Name
Funder Pre-Conference: The Role of Philanthropy in Times of Uncertainty and Change
Date & Time
Monday, April 28, 2025, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Speakers
Jennifer Juster - FSG
Cindy Santos - Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions
John Harper - FSG
David Martinez III - Vitalyst Health
Gisele Shorter - Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Marissa Tirona - Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees
Cindy Santos - Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions
John Harper - FSG
David Martinez III - Vitalyst Health
Gisele Shorter - Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Marissa Tirona - Grantmakers Concerned with Immigrants and Refugees






Description
As communities navigate change, uncertainty, and polarization, funders play a critical role in supporting and leading work that protects vulnerable communities, resists harmful policies and actions, builds long-term solutions, and bridges divides. Through case studies and discussions, participants will hear from funders who are investing in transformative work along this protect-resist-build-bridge framing. We will also explore how these strategies can set funders up to nimbly and effectively respond in future times of change. Participants will also have an opportunity to reflect and discuss implications for their communities.
Session Type
Funder Pre-Conference Session