The Arts Forward Fund provided two rounds of grantmaking in 2020 and 2021 to serve BIPOC-led organizations in the arts and culture space in the DC Region. As a funder collaborative, the Fund provided relief to traditionally underserved nonprofits during COVID recovery. This case study is an examination of the Arts Forward Fund and their success in introducing equity-focused approaches to philanthropy in a time of crisis. It also provides recommendations on what current and future funder collaboratives can learn from this two-year grantmaking effort.  Click here to download.

AI Readiness Toolkit for Nonprofits. This practical resource is designed to help nonprofit organizations navigate the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence. The toolkit offers clear guidance on AI fundamentals, organizational self-assessment tools, policy templates, and real-world use cases to support ethical, mission-aligned adoption of AI. It includes curated resources for further learning, implementation checklists, and frameworks to guide internal decision-making. Ideal for nonprofit leaders seeking to build AI literacy, assess readiness, and implement responsible AI strategies. Click here to download.

The Executive Certificate in Philanthropic Leadership gives philanthropic leaders the opportunity to learn about groundbreaking strategies being used by funders large and small, local and global, and to think more broadly about the unique role philanthropy is called to play in our societies. Designed as an experiential leadership lab, this program provides a stimulating and supportive climate for reimagining philanthropy today. 

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Apply for our September 2025 Program. View the Application Process Here