Define or refine philanthropic strategy grounded in leverage points for systemic change and local assets, resources, and priorities, while aligning with funder goals

Conduct landscape analyses to identify gaps, leverage points, and ecosystem actors

Design long-term giving strategies and portfolio frameworks

Develop thematic or place-based funding approaches

Design locally led, sustainable grantmaking models (solicited and open-call)

Develop clear, accessible grant guidelines and streamlined application processes

Structure participatory review and selection decision-making processes

Advise on appropriate funding vehicles, design tools, and partnership models

Support internal change and operational process management to embed trust-based practices

Align policies, incentives, and compliance processes with locally led approaches

Facilitate mindset shifts around power, risk, and accountability

Create results reporting and monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks

Develop capacity strengthening strategies for grantees

Establish feedback and accountability mechanisms with communities

Facilitate peer learning across grantees and partners