Funding racial justice and social change with Derek Bardowell; highlighting new funders and changemakers that are showing us how things could be different.

Derek Bardowell and Alex Blake discuss new approaches to funding racial justice and social change, highlighting initiatives that are setting an example of what a fairer society could look like. The Charity Impact podcast is the in-depth podcast for people working in the charity / non-profit sector, or more broadly to achieve social impact and/or social change. In this episode of the Charity Impact podcast, I talk to Derek Bardowell, author of Giving Back and CEO of Ten Years’ Time. We discuss the problem with the traditional notion of philanthropy, charity and the systems in wider society; and go back to the original meaning of philanthropy – love of humanity, not the notion of wealthy people giving to the poor. Derek explains that the current model of philanthropy is based on preservation of the status quo. It’s a cycle that preserves power for philanthropists and for very large charities/institutions. It’s not addressing the root causes of issues, it’s not funding systems change. When so much of our financial system is built on exploitation, we need to create a new way that is regenerative and fair for all. There are different ways of doing things and Derek highlights multiple positive examples of both funders and organisations/initiatives that are creating social change. If people don’t know where to start, there are now organisations with the specialist knowledge to distribute funds equitably and to support black and minoritized communities. These new funders and changemakers are showing us how things can be done differently and what a different society could look like.  We also discuss Derek’s popular book, Giving Back, which critiques philanthropy and offers solutions; as well as lots of other books, organisations and movements to read, learn about and support. If you enjoy the podcast, please do follow us and leave a rating / review.  For links to resources and organisations mentioned in this episode, please visit https://www.kedaconsulting.co.uk/charity-impact-podcast/  If you have any questions, feedback or enquiries regarding the podcast, you can reach us at  E-mail: [email protected] Twitter: @CharityImpactPd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/charity-impact-podcast/ The purpose of the Charity Impact podcast is to learn more about how effective charities and individuals achieve social change or social impact. Each episode, I ask a guest working in this field about their approach so that you and I can gain insights to maximise the impact of our own work. These 1-2-1 interviews will cover a variety of areas, including strategy, social impact, learning and evaluation, funding and philanthropy, income generation and fundraising, sector issues and more. This podcast is for anyone who wants to make a difference, but particularly those who are working for social change / impact; including charity trustees, CEOs, staff, volunteers, advisors, philanthropists and public service professionals.