Organizational Culture & Characteristics in Fostering Diversity in Philanthropy

Posted by on March 12, 2012

Research Proposals Invited on the Role of Organizational Culture & Characteristics in Fostering Diversity in Philanthropy
Deadline: April 2, 2012

The D5 Coalition, a five-year effort to increase and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of philanthropy, has announced a Request for Proposals for qualitative data projects on the role of organizational culture and characteristics in fostering diversity in philanthropy.

One of D5’s strategic priorities involves advancing research efforts on diversity and philanthropy that will help illuminate best practices, key challenges, and critical outcomes. The coalition seeks to fund research projects designed to deepen the understanding of the role that organizational culture and characteristics play in promoting diversity within philanthropy.

Although research shows that organizational culture plays a vitally important role in how diversity can be leveraged for greater effectiveness, to date there are relatively few studies that document the particular strategies and practicesphilanthropic organizations use. Through this RFP, D5 seeks to provide a wider breadth of research and resources to foundations that can ultimately inform organizational practices related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Projects may include but are not limited to issues related to the recruitment and retention of diverse foundation leaders and staff, foundation policies and practices that promote or hinder inclusion, and outcomes of foundation diversity.

All interested parties, including advanced graduate students, early career academics, consultants, and other researchers are encouraged to apply. All types of methodological approaches are welcome, including case studies, survey research, focus group research, and analysis of archival data. Applicants should demonstrate familiarity with the literature on diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as a working knowledge of relevant efforts that have been undertaken in the nonprofit, corporate, and government sectors.

Award amounts generally will range from $5,000 to a maximum of $50,000 for projects of up to two years in duration.

For further information and the complete RFP, contact the D5 Coalition.

http://www.diversityinphilanthropy.org/