By Phoebe So, originally published on The Center for Effective Philanthropy, July 2, 2024 In the philanthropic sector, intermediaries and fiscal sponsors play a vital role. They are the critical links that connect resources from donors to historically overlooked causes and marginalized communities. Pooling funds, providing back-office support, and absorbing risk enable grassroots groups to […]
Through a collective conversation, we document our shared learning. We showcase three diverse cases in which we as feminist practitioners and the movements we support are attempting to disrupt oppressive MEL structures, tools, and language, and funder practices as profound acts of resistance.
Phoebe So Co-lead of Fenomenal Funds, Phoebe is a passionate advocate for social justice with nearly two decades of experience in strategic grantmaking and capacity building. Her approach to leadership is deeply rooted in feminist values, emphasizing transparency, power-sharing, and continuous learning. Phoebe’s approach to leadership is shaped by her background as a qualified integral […]
Shama Dossa Co-Lead Fenomenal Funds Dr. Shama Dossa is a feminist activist-scholar located in Karachi, Pakistan and has held a number of international leadership positions as both a learning and evaluation practitioner and academic. Shama graduated from University of Toronto with a PhD in Adult Education and Community development and specializes in participatory approaches to […]