TED Talks Daily How to fund real change in your community | Rebecca Darwent
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Jun 28, 2023 Explore the challenges of traditional philanthropy and the need for a shift towards equitable giving. Discover how community-led decision-making can revolutionize funding practices. Learn about the power of collective responsibility through the lens of the African philosophy of Ubuntu. Rebecca shares her journey from fundraising to founding a foundation that empowers underrepresented communities. This approach emphasizes interconnected humanity and aims to create lasting, impactful change.
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NYC Social Work Experience
- Rebecca Darwent worked with underhoused people with HIV in NYC.
- Funding crises led to layoffs and increased her caseload from 30 to over 100.
The Problem with Philanthropy
- Nonprofits are at funders' mercy, with funding decisions often unclear.
- Donors' good intentions aren't enough; communities are left behind.
Boxhand: Collective Savings
- Darwent's family uses "Boxhand," a collective savings practice.
- Members contribute regularly, and one person receives the full amount on a rotating basis.