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** Race + Power Weekly
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As federal threats to nonprofit funding ([link removed]) and DEI programs take hold, today’s Race + Power newsletter explores the urgent need to protect racial justice initiatives and expand pathways to economic security.

The new presidential administration has put nonprofits in the crosshairs. Organizations, advocates, and philanthropic leaders must act ([link removed]) to ensure that the progress achieved in recent years is not erased.

Meanwhile, the racial wealth gap continues to widen. In cities like Philadelphia, Black and Latinx residents face disproportionate barriers to homeownership, with investors acquiring properties in historically disinvested communities. Without strategic intervention from nonprofits ([link removed]) , these dynamics will deepen economic inequities and accelerate displacement.

While these challenges are daunting, they are not insurmountable. And for the Southern states, they are nothing new. But this current political moment does offer a renewed opportunity to invest in initiatives in the South ([link removed]) that can create conditions for equity-driven progress—despite the hostile policy environment.

If you’re looking for more guidance on how to navigate the next four years, join us for a sector briefing on Thursday, February 20, at 2:00 pm ET, where experts will explore:
* Advocacy strategies to counter threats from executive, judicial, and legislative actions.
* Legal and practical considerations for nonprofit compliance under 501c3 regulations.
* Tools for mobilizing communities and protecting vulnerable populations.

Register here ([link removed]) to equip yourself with the tools and strategies needed to defend progress in 2025 and beyond. We’re offering discounted registration until February 14.
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Calling All Donors (and Would-Be Donors): The Vital US Nonprofit Sector Is Under Threat and Must Be Protected ([link removed])
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By Phil Buchanan
“[We should] remind people that their lives have been touched by numerous nonprofits, whether they know it or not.” Read more... ([link removed])

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How to Help People of Color Become Homeowners: Data from Philadelphia ([link removed])
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By Emily Dowdall, Katharine Nelson, and Michelle Schmitt
Real estate investors are outpacing Black and Latinx homebuyers in Philadelphia’s lowest-cost neighborhoods, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for communities of color. Read more... ([link removed])

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A Renewed Case for Funding the South ([link removed])
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By Rebekah Barber
Racial justice organizing in the South is more vital than ever. Learn why funders must direct resources toward grassroots movements that are fighting back against political suppression. Read more… ([link removed])
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Advocacy in a Second Trump Administration: A Practical Guide for Leaders on Defending Progress and Advancing Justice ([link removed])
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How can your nonprofit or philanthropy defend justice and advance mission-driven work effectively and legally in the second Trump administration? This timely NPQ briefing will give you essential, actionable insights from two renowned changemakers:
* Keith Thirion of Alliance for Justice, a leading authority on nonprofit advocacy law.
* Demetria McCain of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, a distinguished leader in equity-focused policy.

You’ll receive insights into anticipated threats to grassroots priorities; expert guidance on compliant, impactful advocacy; actionable strategies to protect and advance your mission; and tactical approaches to respond to policy challenges and mobilize stakeholders and resources. Take advantage of discounted registration until February 14, and join us on Thursday, February 20, at 2:00 pm ET. Register here... ([link removed])

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