The past decade has seen growing distrust in established institutions and heightened demand for public participation in decision-making processes that affect local communities. In philanthropy, these trends spotlight a fundamental tension: the power imbalance between those who give (funders) and the communities that are impacted.| UpMetrics Blog
Learn how foundations can stay values-led and protect grantees as anti‑DEI legislation spreads—plus 5 strategies for equity-centered grantmaking.| blog.upmetrics.com
Learn how foundations can stay values-led and protect grantees as anti‑DEI legislation spreads—plus 5 strategies for equity-centered grantmaking.| blog.upmetrics.com
In an era marked by volatility—from global pandemics to climate disruptions to shifting political and economic landscapes—foundations are facing an urgent mandate: not just to fund impact, but to fortify resilience.| UpMetrics Blog
With trust-based philanthropy, some may feel tempted to let go of metrics altogether, believing that measuring impact might somehow erode trust. But that couldn't be further from the truth. Here’s why metrics aren’t the enemy of trust-based philanthropy—they’re an essential part of it.| blog.upmetrics.com
Data-driven decisions are becoming essential in grantmaking. Embracing this approach can optimize resource allocation, foster accountability, and amplify the the likelihood of creating meaningful, measurable change in communities served.| blog.upmetrics.com