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The UPLift with Tzedek: Real Talk for Real ChangeThe Power of Us: Inside the Community-Led Grantmaking ExperimentWhat happens when grantmaking power is placed directly in the hands of the community?SPOILER ALERT: Amazing things.In this episode, we pull back the curtain on how the Tzedek Social Justice Fund flips the script on philanthropy-as-usual by placing community at the center of decision-making. Tera Coffey, Tzedek's Director of Community-Led Grantmaking, shares her reflections alongside members of the 2024-2025 CLG Committee (CLGC), who bring their stories, struggles, and discoveries to the mix.Together, they reveal how shifting decision-making to often-overlooked communities builds trust, sparks transformation, and moves both money...
2025-10-0641 min
The UPLift with Tzedek: Real Talk for Real ChangeCoffey Talk: What's Brewing at Tzedek?In this 2024 kick-off episode, we jump into the beautiful, sometimes messy world of community engagement and social justice work alongside Tzedek's newest team member, Tera Coffey. In sharing her experience of working in the government grind to navigating the nuts and bolts of nonprofits, Tera's experience speaks to the innate truths and challenges of staying true to oneself while still pushing for collective progress. From the United Way to CoThinkk, and now as the Director of Community-Led Grantmaking at the Tzedek Social Justice Fund. Her comfort zone is that sweet spot where heart...
2024-01-2929 min
The UPLift with Tzedek: Real Talk for Real ChangeAmplifying the Ripple: Spotlight on the Collective Power of CoThinkkEver wondered about the deeper significance of Black Philanthropy Month, celebrated every August? Tracey Greene-Washington and Tera Coffey, dynamic voices from the revolutionary organization CoThinkk, join us to shed light on this global celebration and its profound impact on social transformation. These two powerhouse women bring to the forefront the true essence of Black giving - a practice rooted in equity and cultural customs that goes beyond just monetary contributions. Tracey and Tera unravel how CoThinkk is redefining philanthropy by spotlighting the invaluable contributions of its members and communities in influencing local, regional...
2023-08-1429 min