Perhaps the 3 most prominent questions we ask ourselves in the world today are: Why me? Why this work? Why now? On today’s episode of The R.A.C.E Podcast, we are honored to be joined by Linetta Gilbert, a pioneer in the world of Community Philanthropy. Linetta and I engage in a deep discussion around faith, community, engagement and support. Linetta is a true Sage and her work and guidance is legendary. Join us as we explore the state of our Philanthropic world and what is on the horizon.
Meet Linetta Gilbert:
Linetta is an original futurist, mentor, coach & an award winning change maker. She earned her B.A in History/Political Science from Howard University and has had a remarkable career working in community engagement, economic development, public policy, community organizing, capacity building, philanthropy, and leadership development. She has served on the board for several NGOs including Goodwork Network, Agenda for Children and Foundation for Louisiana (formerly Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation).
In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Linetta helped guide decisions on philanthropic investments that would help to rebuild infrastructure and increase capacity to transition the region from recovery to transformation. In December 2012, Linetta founded Gilbert & Associates, LLC. Linetta is also a founding member of Agenda for Children-New Orleans, The Louisiana Children’s Museum, The Jeremiah Group and Chrisitan Unity Baptist Church, New Orleans. In 2019, she was recognized for her achievements in philanthropy by being selected as the 29th James A. Joseph Lecturer by the Association of Black Foundation Executives.
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Learn more and connect with Linetta Gilbert and her work:
LinkedIn: Linetta Gilbert
Frontline Article: We Are Not the Black McKinsey
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