Philanthropy
“last night’s feminist party” was here
November 29, 2010
A little more than a week ago, a crowd of New York City-area activists as well as Third Wave staff, board members from across the country and local grant partners met up for a (friendly) takeover of happy hour at Lolita. There was drinking, some dancing, and posing for party photos! It was an evening full of generous acts of trouble-making to support of youth activists. Thanks to Lolita for providing drink specials for our evening, including a festive feminist cocktail we named "Intersectionality on the Beach." Hot party photo credits to Mary Ellen Hitt. [gallery orderby="rand"] Check out more photos at lastnightsfeministparty.com where you can sign up for notices about the next LNFP and be sure not to miss out on a good time! Here are the LNFP/NYC Facebook album and Flickr set as well.
Posted in: Blog, Community, Feminism Was Here, Movement Building, Philanthropy, Reproductive Justice
Feminism Was Here: At the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota
October 14, 2010
Third Wave's Mia Herndon (our Executive Director) and Tara Ellison (Deputy Director) visited with the Women's Foundation of Minnesota to see from the inside how they do -- from visits with donors and grant partners to spending some quality time sharing stories and victories. Here's Third Wave's Board chair, Kai Gurley, hanging out with Lee Roper-Batker, WFMN's Executive Director -- and her amazing red lady hat.
Posted in: Community, Feminism Was Here, Philanthropy
Feminism Was Here: Women’s Philanthropy
October 14, 2010
The Women's Foundation of Minnesota has been a major player in women's philanthropy for over 25 years. Their core values of Justice, Social Change, Inclusion, Feminism and Hope, guide their investment in the advancement of equality for all women and girls in the areas of economic justice, safety and security, health and reproductive rights, human rights, and political power, centered in the state of Minnesota. Check them out!
Posted in: Community, Feminism Was Here, Philanthropy
Nominations Open! 2011 Mario Savio Young Activist Award
May 3, 2011
The Mario Savio Young Activist Award is presented each year to a young person (or persons) with a deep commitment to human rights and social justice and a proven ability to transform this commitment into effective action. The recipient/s will receive a $6000 award in recognition of their work. The deadline to submit a nomination is June 30th. Thanks to Dom Brassey at Tides (who is also a proud Third Wave Board member) for her inspiring announcement, complete with videos featuring some powerhouse poets and activists, like this one: If you'd like to nominate a young activist who inspires you, check out the full details (and videos of free speech activist Mario Savio, for which this award is named) over here.
Posted in: Community, Leadership, Philanthropy, Youth Organizing
Three Open Positions at Third Wave!
January 13, 2011
It's exciting times here at Third Wave Foundation, where we've got big changes happening and are seeking three fabulous activist-philanthropists to join our crew! As Third Wave enters the milestone of it's 15th year, we're looking for a few more movers and shakers who can help us empower young women, trans and gender non-conforming activists to create change in their own environments. (Edited, Feb 8 2011: thank you all for your interest. We are no longer accepting applications for these positions.) We promise, you'll get to meet some of the smartest, savviest and world-changing-est youth-led activist projects out there. We are looking for: External Relations Manager Third Wave Foundation is seeking a dynamic individual to help manage and grow our external relations (fundraising and communications) program. A new position in the organization, the External Relations Manager will be responsible for diversifying, expanding and managing relationships with the community of people and institutions giving to the foundation. External Relations Associate Working under the supervision of the External Relations Manager and closely with the Executive Director, the External Relations Associate is responsible for executing administrative work and the daily operations of Third Wave’s development and communications department, including major donor relationship support, event planning, and scheduling. Administrative Assistant Working under the supervision of the Deputy Director, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for supporting the day to day operations of the Third Wave Foundation.
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