Co-Sponsor: Fund for Housing and Opportunity
February 21, 2025 | 2:30pm ET, 1:30pm CT, 12:30pm MT, 11:30am PT
Since taking office, Trump’s Administration has brought continued federal actions that disrupt efforts toward housing justice, ending homelessness, and advancing liberation for those at the sharpest intersections of marginalization. A forthcoming executive order from the Trump administration for example, is expected to direct federal agencies to pursue harsher penalties for both violent and petty crimes, clear homeless encampments, and focus on urban "beautification" in Washington, D.C. Funders Together to End Homelessness (FTEH) and the Fund for Housing and Opportunity (FHO) are continuing our monthly policy calls as a dedicated space for funders to connect, share insights, and strategize around policy priorities and emerging challenges.
This February call is designed to provide space for funders to engage in candid discussions about emerging policy challenges, share how their institutions are responding, and explore strategies to support grantees in navigating this evolving landscape.
We’ll begin with an overview of key policy updates and what we’re tracking, followed by open dialogue where participants can:
- Share what’s surfacing in internal conversations about policy and advocacy;
- Discuss challenges and questions arising from federal actions;
- Identify pro-active philanthropic strategies to support our partners on the ground.
As policy shifts continue to target efforts advancing housing justice, racial equity, and community-driven solutions, philanthropy has a critical role to play. This moment demands a unified response to reject harmful policies that punish people for being unhoused and instead invest in solutions that ensure all individuals have the dignity and stability of a home. Join us for this conversation to connect, learn, and strategize together.
Registration
Please RSVP for this call using the button below. You will receive your unique Zoom link once a Funders Together staff person has approved your registration.
Please note: Participation in Funders Together programming is limited to foundations, community foundations, grantmaking staff at United Ways, corporate giving programs, individual philanthropists, venture philanthropy and other non-traditional philanthropic giving entities, philanthropy-serving organizations, and members of Funders Together. Government funders and staff at organizations where grantmaking is not the primary function are not eligible to participate. Funders Together reserves the right to deny participation to individuals we believe do not meet participation eligibility criteria. If you have questions about your eligibility, please reach out to Rachelle A. Matthews (RAM), Director of Membership and Programs.
Technology
This funder call will take place via Zoom meeting. Registration will be open until the time of the call. If you do not receive your Zoom link or have technical issues logging into this call, please reach out to Rachelle A. Matthews (RAM) at [email protected].
This call will last 60 minutes.
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