Funding Through Change: Learning from Leadership Shifts in the Gender Equity Field

Publisher: Schusterman Family Philanthropies
Resource Type: Report
Leading Forward Principle:

This report from Schusterman Family Philanthropies captures key lessons from leadership transitions in the gender equity field. It highlights how funders can strengthen nonprofits by showing up (even early on) with trust, resources, and long-term partnership during times of change.

Funders and boards can use this resource to:

• Foster trust-based relationships with grantees and offer informal support early in a transition.

• Provide direct funding for coaching, consultants, and succession planning.

• Invest in long-term strategies that address burnout and build healthier leadership pipelines.