We’ve Been Here Before
Many of you are wondering about Ebola’s impact on our community: here’s how we’ve handled such before, who’s taking action, and what fellow donors can do.
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Talk Giving to Me!
Talk Giving to Me is a series of short conversations between funders with a presence in African countries, touching on topics ranging from the evolving landscape to what we all could be doing better.
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The Turning of the Travel Tides
Visa discrimination has long made travel difficult for leaders of African organizations; recent heightened restrictions by the U.S. will have grave effects on philanthropy.
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From Africa, to New York City, to the World!
Spotlight Africa’s warm energy stood out in contrast to the drab concrete and overcast mood outside; each day came alive as connections were made, ideas exchanged, and encouragement shared.
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Not Bigger, Just Better: Segal Connect 2025
The second iteration of Segal Connect took place in the Tanzanian coastal city of Dar es Salaam – and it was awesome.
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Same DNA, Different Flavors: Introducing Focus Central America
There are 300 people in at a conference center talking about the importance of local leadership in philanthropy. It sounds like a typical Segal Family Foundation gathering—but everyone is speaking Spanish, and the hotel is in Panamá.
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Chema Chajiuza: A Good Thing Sells Itself
In this case, Tanzania is that good thing. Fewer dollars are flowing to Tanzania—and why our partners in this country deserve more.
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All They Do Is Win, Win, Win
The successes of our African Visionary Fellows reinforce the truth that African leaders are not just capable of creating change—they are at the forefront of redefining leadership and driving meaningful progress across the continent.
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Spotlight Africa: A Sanctuary in a City of Suits & Sirens
In the midst of Midtown Manhattan, Spotlight Africa was an oasis during the UN General Assembly: a welcoming space to decompress, catch up on email, or meet with a friend.
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Introducing…the Unconference
Segal Connect 2024 “really felt like a ‘connect’ conference” without being content heavy. It was more about sharing experiences and having conversations.
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Come Rain, Come Shine: Partners Addressing Climate Change
Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have been hit hard by climate shocks in recent months. Meet Segal partners there addressing climate change in their everyday work.
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In Trust We Trust
Board chair Martin Segal shares his take on the debate about trust-based philanthropy. What does it mean to believe in our grantee partners’ work and how does that belief manifest when it comes to money?
