Participatory Grantmaking Matters Now More than Ever

Detailed article making the case for the relevance of participatory grantmaking in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and other current challenges.
From silos to solidarity: Can grantmaking be part of movement-building?

This brief articles makes connections between participatory grantmaking and movement-mbuilding.
Model City Bringing Sports Power People
This article tells the story of the Model City program.
Model City Bringing Sports Power People
This article tells the story of the Model City program.
How should we decide?

This brief article outlines a spectrum of group decisionmaking techniques that are applicable in the context of participatory grantmaking.
Truly Shifting Philanthropy’s Power Dynamics Requires New Structures for Giving
This article describes three approaches for shifting power in philanthropy: flow funding, shared gifting, and community-led grantmaking. The article shares several examples of funders working with each model.
How Grantmakers Can Get Involved With Participatory Grantmaking — Today

This is the second article on participatory grantmaking in a three part series from the Beeck Center, which is exploring ways that funders can shift power to communities.
Participatory Grantmaking in a Pandemic
This brief article outlines key considerations for funders seeking to build participation into their grantmaking responses in the context of a global pandemic.
Why Participatory Philanthropy Is Essential To Progress

Brief article focused on participatory grantmaking from the perspective of donors and philanthropy advisors.
How to do Participatory Grantmaking Online during COVID-19

This brief article provides practical tips for funders who want to launch, expand, or continue their participatory practice in the context of a global pandemic where in-person meetings are impractical.