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
Faith In/And Democracy: Resources
Acknowledging the Moment PACE opens its second year of the Faith In/And Democracy initiative on June 9, 2020 by acknowledging the context of the world and the rawness of the moment. We are conscious that current events are shaping-- and will continue to shape-- our democractic and civic landscape … Read more about Faith In/And Democracy: Resources
Faith In/And Democracy
Philanthropy for Active Civic Engagement (PACE) administers a funding and learning initiative to invest in and promote engagement at the intersection of faith and democracy. In its second year, Faith In/And Democracy is an effort to explore the ways faith and faith communities can support democracy … Read more about Faith In/And Democracy
Faith In/And Democracy: A Look at the Pilot Year
Faith In/And Democracy was first established as 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. In 2019, Kristen Cambell, PACE’s Executive Director said: “With this … Read more about Faith In/And Democracy: A Look at the Pilot Year
PACE and Members Reflect on and React to Recent Events
PACE believes in the power of the collective, meaning we recognize we can do more together than any one of us can do alone; solidarity is inherent in this principle. We also believe in responsible philanthropy, which means we strive to be aware of, foster discussions around, and address inequities … Read more about PACE and Members Reflect on and React to Recent Events
Faith In/And Democracy: Update on Year 2
An Update on Year 2 Plans Today we were excited to be re-launching our Faith In/And Democracy initiative, a program that encourages people to come together. This initiative articulates its values as humility, curiosity, empathy, respect, dignity, and love. This project remains as important as … Read more about Faith In/And Democracy: Update on Year 2
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
Entrepreneurial Reciprocity: The Case for Entrepreneurs' Engagement in the Community 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 … Read more about Entrepreneurship + Community Engagement