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Diversity As a Family Affair

At D5, we believe in the importance of showcasing the work being done to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the field. The following post is part of our ongoing series Building the Movement: Leaders Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy. By Cole Wilbur  What value can diversity bring to the work of family foundations? First of all, diversity […]


Back to Basics: A Lesson in Diversifying Boards

At D5, we believe in the importance of showcasing the work being done to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the field. The following post is part of our ongoing series Building the Movement: Leaders Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Philanthropy. By Frances Sheehan So much of everything of real value is learned in kindergarten. Reading Daniel Goleman’s new […]


What We Can All Learn from Jewish Charitable Giving

Last month, EPIP held a webinar titled: Navigating Shifting Sands – What We Can All Learn from Jewish Charitable Giving to discuss findings from the first-ever national study on American Jewish giving. This research, Connected to Give: Key Findings, is the product of a collaboration of more than a dozen Jewish private and community foundations […]


Philanthropy’s role in ensuring equal opportunity in the workplace

by: Susan Olivo and Elaine Katz Each October, in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, our nation honors the invaluable contributions of Americans with disabilities to our nation’s workforce. These friends and colleagues overcome adversity on a daily basis to help drive our economy forward. It is also a time to ask ourselves what we all […]


Dubuque Launches Inclusive Campaign

The changing face of America has been a topic of conversation in many sectors lately. What are communities doing to embrace this change in demography? Dubuque is ready to take on the challenge to create a more inclusive and diverse community. Inclusive Dubuque is a local initiative to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for […]