A common chorus among funders and the nonprofits they fund has emerged over the last few years, giving voice to the impact of polarization in their work. Organizations, campaigns, and issues may be gaining short-term wins, but the long-term social fabric of our communities, country, and democracy may be losing in the process. Join us for a conversation with Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) CEO, Kristen Campbell, who will share why PACE believes there is an opportunity to raise awareness about these dynamics within philanthropy, and support philanthropy to do its part in furthering social cohesion in America.
Achieving the social cohesion necessary to support a healthy & functioning multi-racial democracy is a challenging & ongoing effort that demands the attention of all sectors, including philanthropy. Extreme forms of polarization are not always easy to recognize or discern from other types of disagreement, & may often be unconscious or unintentional. This session will build off of a national, sector-wide campaign, & will help Iowa funders explore how their philanthropy can build social cohesion & reduce toxic polarization, both through what they support & how they operate.
Learning Objectives:
- To better understand toxic polarization and how it relates to philanthropy;
- To access tools to share with their foundations about tactical ways to build social cohesion; and
- To explore ways Iowa funders might work together and in partnership with other community-based organizations to support social cohesion in Iowa.
Speaker Bio:
Kristen Cambell, Chief Executive Officer
Kristen Cambell is CEO of PACE, a philanthropic laboratory for funders seeking to maximize their impact on democracy and civic life in America. Previously, Kristen ran her own consulting practice focused on civic engagement, education, and leadership. She served the National Conference on Citizenship as its Chief Program Officer, and has held philanthropic roles at the Case Foundation and Points of Light. Kristen is an AmeriCorps Alum and serves on the board of United Philanthropy Forum and Citizen University, as well as the advisory groups of several national groups, including the working group of the Philanthropy Initiative at the Smithsonian Institution.
Sponsor
A special thank you to our meeting sponsor and host, the Iowa Credit Union Foundation.
Cost
For ICoF membership meetings, each member is given one complimentary registration, with additional registrations invoiced at $25 per person to help cover meeting costs. Invoices will be sent the week following the event. Please note that for registration purposes we have not listed a cost on the event registration page.
Notes and Logistics:
Our meeting will be held at the offices of the Iowa Credit Union Foundation. Attendees assume all risk and responsibility related to possible virus transmission at an in-person event. On the registration form you are asked to review and agree to a COVID-19 liability waiver. If you become ill, test positive for, or are exposed to COVID-19 prior to the event, please stay home and take care.
Accessibility
The facility is an ADA-compliant. If there are specific accommodations that would help you attend and/or more fully participate, please let Laura know with as much notice as possible.