Affinity groups are organizations founded by grantmakers who have common interests. The first affinity groups were formed in the early 1980s and provide opportunities for grantmakers with common interests to meet each other, share knowledge and encourage collaborative funding. Some affinity groups are formed around the identity of the population served. Some are formed around particular grant issue areas. Still others are formed around position and function.
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These groups bring a perspective that is not included in the general membership. Groups like the Asian Pacific Fund, AAPIP, Latino Community Foundation, and Horizon Foundation are not based on geographic criteria but ethnic or lifestyle specific. COF has done a terrific job in trying to include these groups.
Posted by: Dien Yuen | November 14, 2007 at 12:46 AM
Thank you, Dien. Working with first generation money, as it transitions to philanthropy, networks are key. New givers need to connect with other "like themselves." This can be hard for new givers whose connection with giving may be through a tax advisor who sees it mostly in financial terms. How open are the COF networks to new members who are just getting engaged with giving and who may not yet know their way around?
Posted by: Phil | November 14, 2007 at 08:40 AM