Building Resilient Organizations: Fundraising, Power, and Equity in Practice

Nonprofits are at the forefront of social change, yet many organizations—particularly those led by BIPOC leaders—struggle with chronic underfunding, inequitable power dynamics, and donor-driven priorities that do not align with their communities' needs. In this thought-provoking session, Brooke Richie-Babbage will explore the intersection of fundraising, organizational resilience, and equity, offering strategies for leaders to strengthen financial sustainability while challenging harmful philanthropic norms.

This discussion will share insights on how nonprofit leaders can cultivate funding ecosystems that align with their missions, shift power in donor relationships, and integrate trust-based philanthropy principles into their work. Attendees will leave with practical frameworks for navigating power dynamics, securing unrestricted funding, and advocating for equitable partnerships that sustain their organizations for the long term.

Please choose one session per 4:00pm time slot.

Presenter: Brooke Richie-Babbage, Founder & CEO, Bending Arc