Learn from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation how to approach and address philanthropic engagement at a global, national and local level in the face of a pandemic. Hear from two foundation leaders who worked directly on COVID-19 response efforts as they share their observations in navigating pandemic-related issues, the recommendations they have for evaluating your giving, and perspectives around how to look at the future of giving around critical social issues in a post-COVID-19 world.
Amy Carter is director of Community Engagement at the Gates Foundation, where she and her team work to support an equitable and thriving Seattle region (King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties) through support to organizations aligned with the priorities and interests of the Gates Foundation. Amy’s work also includes management of the personal giving of the Gates family. During her 23 years at the Gates Foundation, Amy also worked in the Global Health Program, U.S. Special Initiatives, and as special program officer to CEO Patty Stonesifer.
Jennifer Alcorn leads giving opportunities, a team that works directly with philanthropists to support their giving across a range of issues. Where donor interests align with those of the foundation, the team facilitates partnerships, co-funding, and matchmaking, with the goal of accelerating progress on urgent issues. Jennifer also leads Gates Philanthropy Partners, a public charity created by Bill and Melinda Gates that allows donors—at any level—to give alongside the foundation to support our priority issues.
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