Faith In/And Democracy: Notable Submissions from Year 2
Selecting the 2020-2021 Faith In/And Democracy cohort was an extremely rewarding-- albeit difficult and humbling-- process. We received 149 Letters of Interest, invited 30 proposals, and awarded 6 grants. The size and quality of the application pools, both this year and in our pilot, … Read more about Faith In/And Democracy: Notable Submissions from Year 2
Six Diverse Faith-Based Initiatives Recognized for Commitment to Democracy and Civic Life
[Washington, D.C. September 15, 2020]— Faith In/And Democracy is a funding and learning initiative led by Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) to explore the ways faith and faith communities can support democracy and civic life. Today, PACE announces six grantee … Read more about Six Diverse Faith-Based Initiatives Recognized for Commitment to Democracy and Civic Life
New Resource Urges Foundations to Think Beyond Immediate Crisis Response
New Resource Urges Foundations to Think Beyond Immediate Crisis Response “Crisis as Catalyst” now available online as a free PDF download WASHINGTON, D.C.—Philanthropy Active in Civic Education (PACE) and CSR Communications today released “Crisis as Catalyst: A Conversation Starter for … Read more about New Resource Urges Foundations to Think Beyond Immediate Crisis Response
Crisis as Catalyst: A Conversation Starter for Reimagining What’s Next
Crises and disasters are obvious tragedies. They often result in destruction, illness, death, and loss of property, livelihoods, or entire communities. They expose cracks in the foundations of our democracy, economy, and society. And, at the same time, crises and disasters can be the … Read more about Crisis as Catalyst: A Conversation Starter for Reimagining What’s Next
Imagination Sprints
The first half of 2020 delivered no shortage of world-altering events. In the United States, the impact of COVID-19 on our society, economy, and democracy is still being realized and understood. In addition, the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless other black … Read more about Imagination Sprints
Webinar: How can election coverage be more inclusive and reflective?
This webinar is cross-posted from Media Impact Funders. The news media’s coverage of the 2016 presidential campaign was overwhelmingly negative and lacked in-depth explanations of the candidates’ policy positions. Misinformation ran rampant, and widespread disinformation campaigns successfully … Read more about Webinar: How can election coverage be more inclusive and reflective?
Philanthropy Responds to COVID-19
Organizations across the country are adjusting to the new normal of social distancing and remote working, all while coping with the public health and economic challenges brought about by the novel coronavirus. In a spirit of learning and collaboration, and to highlight the commitment from PACE … Read more about Philanthropy Responds to COVID-19
2019 PACE Annual Reflection
Bridging Civic Divides
Bridging Civic Divides: The Role of Civility and the Opportunity for Philanthropy A preface from Kristen Cambell, PACE Executive Director. Essays follow. In early 2017, PACE (Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement) announced a multi-year strategic exploration into three questions that would … Read more about Bridging Civic Divides
Entrepreneurship + Community Engagement
In early 2019, New Economy Initiative and Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement joined forces to tackle a shared topic of interest: the relationship between entrepreneurship and civic engagement. There is a rich history of entrepreneurs engaging communities (Case, Rockefeller, Dodge, Ford, … Read more about Entrepreneurship + Community Engagement
PACE Announces Five Grantee Partners for Faith In/And Democracy Initiative
[Washington, D.C. August 12, 2019] Faith In/And Democracy is a pilot funding and learning initiative led by Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) to explore the ways faith and faith communities can support democracy and civic life. The RFP closed on July 1, 2019 and five … Read more about PACE Announces Five Grantee Partners for Faith In/And Democracy Initiative