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The Ethics of Grant Allocation: Making Fair and Equitable Decisions

In the realm of international development and non-profit work, the allocation of grants is a cornerstone activity that can turn aspirations into actions. But, like any power-wielding process, granting requires a robust ethical framework to ensure that decisions are made fairly and equitably. As a seasoned International Development Grant Manager, I have witnessed the weight of responsibility that comes with …

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Equity in Grantmaking: Moving Beyond Tokenism to Meaningful Inclusion

The discourse surrounding equity in the realm of grant-making is not new, yet the urgency to transform conversation into concrete action has never been more critical. As we examine our roles within the philanthropic sector, we must confront an uncomfortable truth: despite our best intentions, the structures governing our grant-making processes often fall short of promoting true inclusion. It’s time …

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Measuring Impact: Beyond Metrics to Meaningful Change

In the world of grants and philanthropy, success has traditionally been tethered to quantifiable outcomes. Number of people served, percentage increase in literacy rates, or reduction in homelessness levels – these hard metrics have long provided the benchmarks for evaluating the effectiveness of grants and the programs they fund. However, the true essence of impact often resides in the transformative …

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