Nonprofit Leadership Transitions: Four Ways Funders Can Support Leaders of Color

Author: Nate Wong, Carmita Semaan, Dorothy Jones, Grace Nguyen
Publisher: The Bridgespan Group
Resource Type: Toolkit
Principle: Center and Support Leaders from Community

This toolkit from The Bridgespan Group provides funders with actionable strategies to support leaders of color during nonprofit leadership transitions. Drawing from research and interviews with over 30 leaders, it highlights the unique challenges these leaders face and offers practical ways to foster their success.

Funders can use this resource to:

• Implement flexible, unrestricted funding to provide stability and confidence during transitions.

• Facilitate connections to influential networks and platforms, enhancing visibility and support for new leaders.

• Offer access to peer networks, mentorship, executive coaching, and well-being resources tailored to the needs of leaders of color