The Giving Ledger

Canadian charities spend over $1 billion a year just applying for grants—and often, it’s all just to stay in place. Like a hamster spinning all night, fundraisers pour time and money into a process that’s outdated, exhausting, and inequitable. Foundations aren’t immune either—they’re drowning in repetitive applications and bloated software, reviewing the same info again and again. We built the system—and now, we can change it. Some of Canada’s leading funders already have. There’s a better, simpler way to fund impact. Ready to escape the hamster wheel?

It’s Friday night and you receive a call from your local food bank during dinner. They’ll chat about a few things that feel relevant and interesting to you and then...

I recently asked charity leaders a question that’s often overlooked: What do you wish philanthropists would ask as they make funding decisions? The responses were phenomenal, with...

If you’ve never worked in major philanthropy, you might find it hard to believe that giving away money “well” is a challenge. Recently, I collected over 100 responses from...

According to Candid’s latest report, the median revenue for majority white-led organizations is 54% higher than that of BIPOC-led non-profits. 70% of non-profits are...

I’ve just reviewed about 75 grant application forms designed by philanthropists to determine if a charity is worth further consideration and potential funding. These forms serve as initial filters. In some ways they’re a short-cut for trust, a short-cut to...