Meet Iara. This powerhouse founder and world-changer is taking on power dynamics found in grantmaking with a novel solution allowing funders to move money more quickly to grantees. [insert heel kick] She’s addressing why we should be shifting power to the frontlines, why trust-based philanthropy IS the future, and how the sector is shifting toward centering equity in our practice. Orgs serving marginalized or populations of color - you don’t want to miss this episode (potential funding available!?). EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSIara’s story and journey to where she is today (4:00)Founding story of Young People For, a national progressive leadership development program that has identified and trained thousands of leaders across the country (6:00)Founding story of JustFund (10:00)The future of philanthropy from Iara’s perspective and JustFund’s Common Application (13:00)How philanthropy is shifting + how funders and nonprofits are starting to center equity in their practice and in their work (19:00)Building trust with funders (22:00)Advice for nonprofits to begin conversations and education to funders (25:00)Getting philanthropy shifted to the frontlines where they can really activate  (31:00)A powerful story of philanthropy in Iara’s life (42:00)Iara’s One Good Thing: It's not the challenges that define us, but how we respond to the challenges. (45:00)For more information and episode details visit: www.weareforgood.com/episode/274The We Are For Good Podcast is co-hosted by Jonathan McCoy, CFRE and Becky Endicott, CFRE and welcomes the most dynamic nonprofit leaders, advocates and philanthropists to share innovative ideas and lessons learned 3x a week!Want to hear insider details and to get our best roundup of tips, freebies, resources and show notes from each episode? Join the Good Community - it's free! Visit www.weareforgood.com/helloAbout our Sponsor CosmicLooking to nail your impact story, build brand awareness, and inspire action for your cause today? YOU can connect directly with Cosmic’s Founder and Creative Director, Eric Ressler for free Office Hours. Don't miss this incredible opportunity friends! Visit designbycosmic.com/good to sign up today ? Start Learning Today on We Are For Good PRO ?We Are For Good PRO is reimagining nonprofit professional development - for good. ✨ Join us and get started at weareforgoodpro.com.