A Funding Guide for Faith and Democracy: Nothing Does What Faith Does Like Faith Does It
Over the last few years, the relationship between faith and democracy has been of growing interest to funders. While there has long been a robust debate in America about the proper relationship between government and religions, there is also a sustained and evolving relationship between faith and democracy. Plenty of headlines have spotlighted the ways they are influencing each other–both positively and negatively.
How are grantmakers to make sense of it all?
This new guide aims to explore the role of faith communities in shaping and making American civic life, while providing a framework for funders to engage with faith communities as partners in advancing a stronger and more inclusive democracy.
Who is this guide for?
This guide is meant for funders who are:
• Focused on democracy and civic life and want to increase their impact by engaging faith communities.
• Already investing in faith-inspired organizations but who are seeking a deeper understanding of the unique role those organizations play in the health of democracy and civic life.
• Anyone else who cares about the intersection of faith, democracy, civic engagement, and public life.