Philanthropic Intermediaries (PIs) play a critical role in facilitating connections between foundations and beneficiaries, engaging in tasks like regranting and capacity building. With an increasing focus on racial equity and social justice, PIs are being reconsidered as agents of systemic transformation rather than just transactional entities. A new generation of leaders from communities of color is emerging, challenging traditional philanthropic structures and seeking innovative organizational models that emphasize shared leadership and collective action. The disruptions caused by COVID-19 have presented opportunities for these leaders to prioritize transformative solutions over rebuilding outdated nonprofit frameworks.
Philanthropic Intermediaries (PIs) extend the skills and reach of foundations, engaging in roles like regranting, hosting funds, and enhancing organizational capacity.
A fresh look at PIs redefines their role from mere transactional agents to pivotal players in advancing power building and racial equity.
Emerging leaders from communities of color reject traditional structures, focusing on structural solutions that promote systemic transformation and shared leadership.
The chaos brought by COVID-19 has shifted priorities for emerging leaders, who are now exploring new, networked approaches rather than rebuilding traditional nonprofits.
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