This is Not a Drill: We Must Fund Election Work Now  

Movement organizations are the backbone of our social justice infrastructure. Without them, the electoral wins that uphold democracy and make our lives better would not be possible. Organizers work year-round …

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A Year in Review

GSP Staff visited the International African American Museum in Charleston, SC in December 2023. GSP staff have been in planning retreat mode for the past week, gearing up for exciting …

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Philanthropy Open Letter for Humanity and Justice

Along with several of our partners and members, Grantmakers for Southern Progress is joining Funders for a Ceasefire Now in calling for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the …

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Reflections on The Forward Moment

Dear GSP community, We are grateful to everyone who attended our 2023 Biennial Convening: The Forward Moment. Below are some snapshots of important moments from the convening that uplift our key focus …

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We’re Hiring: Senior Admin Coordinator

    Applications are now closed. Organization: Grantmakers for Southern Progress Position: Senior Administrative Coordinator Reports to: Director Location: Remote, in the Southern United States Team/Dept: Operations FLSA Status: Exempt …

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Our 2023 Biennial Convening: We’re Going Virtual

GSP’s 2023 Biennial Convening – Transition to Virtual Event   Dear GSP Community,   Due to Tropical Storm Idalia, our 2023 Biennial Convening has transitioned to being 100% virtual from Wednesday, August …

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Creating Shared Prosperity, Self-Determination, and Collective Power through Funding

The Restorative Economies Fund (REF) at the Kataly Foundation invests in community-owned and governed projects led by people of color that create shared prosperity, self-determination, and build collective power. REF …

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We Chose Florida for a Reason

Recent legislative attacks on immigrants and LGBTQ+ people and the rise of hate rhetoric across the state are heartbreaking, but not surprising. Our decision to convene in Florida this year …

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Resourcing Community as a Path to Gun Violence Prevention

In the time between publishing our last newsletter and this one, there have been at least 54 mass shootings across the South. Shootings in Texas, Tennessee, and Kentucky have made it …

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Open Position: Program Manager

  Program Manager Job Description  Organization: Grantmakers for Southern Progress (GSP) Title: Program Manager Salary Range: $70,000 – $76,000 annually Location: This is a remote position, but the candidate must …

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