Summary
A community of practice to share knowledge about participatory grantmaking.
Aims and activities
Aims and questions
Aims and activities
Participatory grantmaking has been practiced for many years and is increasingly being explored, promoted, and strategically used by foundations and collaboratives around the world.
While there is a growing body of literature and tools to help people wherever they are in their participatory journeys, there is also an interest in learning from others, sharing experiences and growing the practice together.
The Participatory Grantmakers community of practice aims to be this missing space for practitioners to access knowledge and connect with one another.
Its work falls into three areas, with a programme of regular events that cover these topics:
- Peer support – how to overcome common challenges
- Deeper Dive – learning and best practice through case study and discussions into a topic
- Advocacy – strategizing how to build the field and mainstreaming participatory grantmaking
Participatory grantmaking is not new, but has only recently started blossoming - partly thanks to the Participatory Grantmaking Community
How to get involved
Contact us on info@participatorygrantmaking.org if you have any questions.
Visit the Participatory Grantmaking website for information on other ways to get involved in the community.
PGM Start Well Cohort 2 Expression of Interest
We are excited to launch the second Cohort of our Start Well program.
The PGM Start Well program is tailored for individuals and organisations embarking on their journey into participatory grantmaking (PGM). It's designed to equip participants with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to establish effective participatory grantmaking practices.
- For people just starting out in PGM, between 1-3 years.
- Cohort Duration: 6 months, from June to December, 2025.
- Program cost: We anticipate a true cost of £2,500 per individual, sliding scale available
- Sponsorships: Only two slots available for community-led organisations or those based in and or supporting communities in the Global South
- We are exploring creating add ons for people/funders seeking additional support at an additional cost. Let us know in the form.
Deadline to apply: Last few spots have opened up. Apply before 25th June (orientation day)
Who's involved
Who was involved
Learning and Resources
The community has compiled a library of resources for participatory grantmakers.
