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We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2024 Call for Proposals (CfP) for the #LiftUpPhilanthropy Fund (LUP Fund). Find the 2024 Call for Proposals here: https://lnkd.in/ec--agUu In 2024, EUR 355,000 will be distributed across three thematic lots: 1. Ecosystem building: Strengthening Philanthropy Support Ecosystems (PSEs) in target regions. 2. Enabling environment: Improving regulations and advocacy for a favourable philanthropic environment. 3. Multi-stakeholder partnerships for the SDGs: Supporting initiatives that directly contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing climate change. We invite WINGS members from Africa, Asia, and Latin America to submit their proposals by July 31, 2024, at 17:00 UTC. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/ec--agUu For an overview of the Call for Proposals, & application guidance & any questions you may have regarding the #LiftUpPhilanthropy Fund, register for the information sessions below: July 9 at 09:00 UTC: https://lnkd.in/eF8KSa2e July 11 at 14:00 UTC: https://lnkd.in/e4gvsJWq

WINGS has a few calls/positions open: 1. Call for Proposals–Provision of legal services: WINGS is seeking a U.S.-based law firm for expert tax, employment, and corporate law services. Apply by 19 July. 2. Latin America and the Caribbean fellow: Join us to help nurture and expand our growing regional network. Apply by 19 July. 3. Network and Membership fellow: Join us to help grow our network and strengthen membership engagement. Apply by 19 July. 4. Call for nominations for the WINGS Board of Directors: Applications close on 9 August. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/ehGYSvt7

The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative report outlines 10 key principles to guide philanthropy’s transformation. The principles reflect ideas, best practices, and recommendations from the philanthropy sector. https://ow.ly/EvBG50SvbE8

WINGS and The Partnering Initiative (TPI) invite philanthropic foundations to share their experiences and insights through our survey. Your input will shape a new programme to enhance sector collaboration capabilities for systemic change. The survey takes approximately 15-20 minutes, and all responses are confidential. Find the survey here: https://lnkd.in/e53KVMfe #TransformPhilanthropy

Discussions around a power imbalance within climate philanthropy are both necessary and important, but have also led to the rise of a problematic and simplistic narrative that philanthropic organisations in the Global South must be ‘empowered’. Erika Miller from WINGS and Laura Señan Cagiao from Fundación Avina highlight the importance of recognising Global South philanthropies’ leadership in addressing #ClimateChange. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eiQJyG7V #PhilanthropyForClimate

In an era defined by intersecting global crises, the philanthropic sector faces an unprecedented challenge – how can it respond effectively to the complexity and interconnectedness of issues? From defining the polycrisis to practical tools to address the root causes, Liana Varon and Tamzin Ractliffe share insights from the recent 'Embracing the Unpredictable' four-part series on how to adopt a polycrisis lens to #TransformPhilanthropy. Find it here: https://ow.ly/pamm50SsCAj

Earlier this week, WINGS participated in the Civil Society #C20 and Thinktanks #T20 mid-term meetings in Brazil, so the worldwide philanthropy network could amplify civil society voices and represent the giving sector. The meeting concluded with C20 recommendations to the #G20 on socio-economic and development issues. Benjamin Bellegy , WINGS' Executive Director, shared some key reflections on the C20 engagements, highlighting that philanthropy engages with transformative agendas across various policy areas and collaborates with diverse actors of all sizes in North and Global Majority South to achieve on-the-ground impact. Through support for civil society's work, #philanthropy is addressing the polycrisis and effecting systemic change by reaching marginalised local groups and amplifying their voices in policy processes. However, supportive regulatory conditions are essential for greater impact to improve inequality, health, and the delivery of the SDGs. Governments must remove existing barriers to trusting partnerships with philanthropy. Upholding civic space is crucial for improving policymaking for G20 countries. Philanthropy is an intermediary bridge-builder, bringing diverse voices across contexts together and enabling community-led solutions to complex challenges. Meaningful engagement with civil society, including philanthropic actors, is vital for addressing pressing global and national issues. As we continue to advocate for inclusive and impactful philanthropy, it's clear that collaboration and supportive regulatory environments are key to driving systemic change.

WINGS is offering two fellowships: The Latin America & the Caribbean fellow will support our network in Latin America and the Caribbean. Find more information here: https://ow.ly/6j7G50SuHEy The Network & Membership fellow will support the Networks team in daily work and efforts to expand the WINGS network. Find more information here: https://ow.ly/4m5n50SuHEA Apply by 19 July 2024.

We are looking for three exceptional candidates to join the WINGS board. Both WINGS members and non-members can apply, and we strongly encourage candidates from Asia-Pacific and Latin America and the Caribbean to apply. If you have a background in advocacy, finance, fundraising or media, send your nominations by 9 August. Find more information here: https://ow.ly/Ty6G50SuGQu

WINGS and The Partnering Initiative (TPI) invite philanthropic foundations to share their experiences and insights through our survey. Your input will shape a new programme to enhance sector collaboration capabilities for systemic change. The survey takes approximately 15-20 minutes, and all responses are confidential. Find the survey here: https://lnkd.in/e53KVMfe #TransformPhilanthropy