What makes a good intermediary body?

While traditionally intermediaries have filled the gap between the concentration of resources within philanthropy and the needs or gaps of the nonprofit sector, how can intermediaries further leverage their strength to become more effective?

Event Details

This conference call explores emerging topics with your fellow GEO members - and combines in-depth information and practical examples with thought-provoking discussions.

Start: Monday, September 11, 2:00 PM Eastern

End: Monday, September 11, 3:30 PM Eastern

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This call has reached capacity. Please contact Andrea Wieters at wieters@geofunders.org if you have any questions.

Intermediaries have served a vital function in supporting social change work. Yet many questions are emerging as to what innovative role intermediaries can play in this current political, economic and philanthropic climate. While traditionally intermediaries have filled the gap between the concentration of resources within philanthropy and the needs or gaps of the nonprofit sector, how can intermediaries further leverage their strength to become more effective.

As a follow-up to Tyler Nickerson’s (of The Solutions Project) GEOList post, join this call as either an intermediary or funder, to discuss:

  • What is the risk position intermediaries should be taking in their respective ecosystems? How far out front on issues of equity, inclusion, and social justice should they be?
  • What are best practices in staying in authentic integrity with the field/movement when they may be playing a resourcing role?
  • Should intermediaries lead the way in diffusing the power dynamics of philanthropy through democratizing decision making and more?

Discussion Leader:

  • Tyler Nickerson, director of investments and state strategy, The Solutions Project

Discussion Guests:

  • Michelle Gilliard, partner, Venture Philanthropy Partners
  • Chris Cardona, program officer, philanthropy, Ford Foundation
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