Where equity and philanthropy meet.
“One must know not just how to accept a gift, but with what grace to share it.”
- Maya Angelou
Welcome, I’m April!
I partner with donors, foundations, and fundraisers to develop and implement equity-centered strategies.
Embracing equity and social justice can feel abstract. You may understand inequities exist, but how does this knowledge impact your philanthropy?
Together, we will set clear intentions, embrace transparency, and embed accountability. We will challenge biases, confront power imbalances, and embrace philanthropy that centers equity and justice.
Connect with me to learn about my partnership opportunities including:
Philanthropic Advising & Grantmaking
Giving strategy design, grant seeker assessments, interim program officer support for donors and foundations.
Fundraising & Coaching
Development planning and strategy, interim development support, leadership coaching.
Equity & Inclusion
Racial equity audits, strategy sessions for foundation directors and nonprofit leaders.
Trusted By:
“[April was] ultra-prepared in doing research and due diligence about our organization and the work of our team, our donor base, and asking the right questions. Everyone on my team gained a lot of insight from this session and it aligned strongly with our organization, team, and individual values. You gave us both long-term things to think about in addition to ideas of things we can institute immediately.”
— Young Center for Immigrant Children’s Rights
EQUITY IS…
Sharing resources and decision-making power in a way that fundamentally supports the self-determination of all people and, especially, communities of color.
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