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“Our journey toward board diversity”

This article written by Dr. Sherry Magill, President of Jessie Ball duPont Fund for the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy issue, describes her pursuit of larger more diverse board of directors.  


How are Foundations Communicating their work on Diversity?

This 2009 case study completed by Paul Bachleitner for the Diversity in Philanthropy Project focuses on best practices and opportunities in communications to expand diversity in philanthropy. The report considers the views of leaders of five prominent foundations in the United States.  


Diversity in Philanthropy Best Practices Study: Children, Youth and Family Philanthropy

This 2008 case study, completed by former JEHT Foundation project manager Robin Templeton for the Diversity in Philanthropy Project, explores the key diversity strategies used by leading children, youth and family grantmakers.  


The Inclusive Nonprofit Boardroom: Leveraging the Transformative Potential of Diversity

This 2011 report by Patricia Bradshaw and Christopher Fredett from the Nonprofit Quarterly distinguishes between functional and social inclusion of diverse board members and offers that both are needed for transformative change.  


Tides Foundation Diversity and Inclusion Philosophy

This diversity policy by the Tides Foundation is a statement regarding Tides’ commitment to diversity and inclusion.