Over the last year, as our country and our communities navigated unexpected changes to programs and funding at the federal level, RRF Foundation for Aging and our partners realized that we had to act quickly and work together to bolster our efforts on behalf of older adults and our communities. Since then, the term “collaborative philanthropy” has been used more frequently. In these short videos, President & CEO Mary O’Donnell offers RRF’s perspective on collaborative philanthropy.
1 | Collaborative philanthropy and why it is so important right now
In this short video, RRF President & CEO Mary O’Donnell provides an overview of collaborative philanthropy and why it is so important at this moment.
2| Examples of RRF’s collaborative philanthropy locally
RRF President & CEO Mary O’Donnell highlights examples of local collaborative partnerships in Chicago.
3| How RRF is focusing on collaborative philanthropy nationally
RRF is proud of its involvement in the State Advocacy Action Network, a strong example of collaborative philanthropy at the national level.
4 | Some of the challenges of collaborative philanthropy
RRF recognizes the importance of overcoming the challenges that may turn funders away from potential collaboration.
5 | Opportunities for funders and organizations to get involved in collaborative philanthropy
For organizations interested in collaborative philanthropy, RRF President & CEO Mary O’Donnell shares the Foundation’s perspective and advice for getting involved in new collaborative efforts.
6 | Ideas for non-profit partners who want to pursue collaborative philanthropy
In this short video, RRF’s President & CEO Mary O’Donnell encourages non-profits to engage in collaboration and to inform potential funders about exciting partnerships and opportunities for collaboration.
