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Reclaim & Rise! Black Philanthropy Month, Part 3

Reclaim & Rise! Black Philanthropy Month, Part 3

Posted Aug 18th, 2025 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

Reclaim & Rise! Black Philanthropy Month, Part 3

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Remember! Black Philanthropy Month Part 2

Remember! Black Philanthropy Month Part 2

Posted Aug 11th, 2025 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

During our research for this post, we read through many stories of individuals who shaped our community. There are four individuals that we wanted to highlight, demonstrating their collective action, community investment and Black leadership that together exemplify the history of Black Philanthropy in Niagara. In Part 2, we share our first two stories. Come back next week for Part 3.

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Sankofa Now! Black Philanthropy Month Part 1

Sankofa Now! Black Philanthropy Month Part 1

Posted Aug 6th, 2025 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

August is Black Philanthropy Month (BPM), a recognition of the contributions, the generosity and the leadership of Black members of our community. Each year, a theme is selected to focus our attention. The theme for 2025 is Sankofa Now! Remember. Reclaim. Rise!

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Donor Directed Grant - Pflag

Donor Directed Grant - Pflag

Posted Jun 16th, 2025 in Charity Stories, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Donor Stories, Philanthropy

In honour of Pride month, we want to highlight a fantastic organization in Niagara that received donor directed grants.

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International Women's Day

International Women's Day

Posted Mar 5th, 2025 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

March 8 is International Women’s Day, an opportunity to empower, uplift and celebrate the women in our community.

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Top 50 Equitable Funders

Top 50 Equitable Funders

Posted Nov 1st, 2024 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, News, Philanthropy

Announced on October 31, 2024, the Niagara Community Foundation is honoured to be named in the inaugural list of Canada’s Top 50 Equitable Funders.

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Decolonizing Philanthropy: Ensuring Fair Support for Black Organizations

Decolonizing Philanthropy: Ensuring Fair Support for Black Organizations

Posted Aug 30th, 2024 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

This is the last blog of a 3 part series, written by NCF Charity Partner- Future Black Female- in recognition of Black Philanthropy Month.

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A Personal Journey: Decolonizing Philanthropy Through the Lens of Conflict and Resilience

A Personal Journey: Decolonizing Philanthropy Through the Lens of Conflict and Resilience

Posted Aug 26th, 2024 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

This is the second blog of a 3 part series, written by NCF Charity Partner- Future Black Female- in recognition of Black Philanthropy Month.

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Rethinking Philanthropy: Empowering Communities for Real Change

Rethinking Philanthropy: Empowering Communities for Real Change

Posted Aug 20th, 2024 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

This is the first blog of a 3 part series, written by NCF Charity Partner- Future Black Female- in recognition of Black Philanthropy Month.

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Black Philanthropy Month

Black Philanthropy Month

Posted Aug 9th, 2024 in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Philanthropy

August is Black Philanthropy Month, an international campaign to celebrate the impact that Black philanthropy is having on our communities. The definitions of philanthropy goes much deeper than financial contributions. Philanthropy is upholding the values of generosity, caring for and empowering your community.

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