Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP), a project of Tides Center, is a national network of foundation professionals, social entrepreneurs and other change makers who strive for excellence in the practice of philanthropy. Our mission is to develop emerging leaders committed to building a just, equitable, and sustainable society. EPIP exists to ensure that emerging foundation professionals are effective stewards of philanthropic resources and all social entrepreneurs reach their potential as leaders.
Mission:
EPIP’s mission is to develop emerging leaders committed to building a just, equitable, and sustainable society.
Vision:
EPIP envisions a day when all generations of practitioners in philanthropy collaborate effectively to build better foundations for a better world.
Areas of Work
EPIP works toward its mission through the following programs:
We organize unique Networking opportunities for our constituents through local chapters and national meeting spaces (both virtual and in-person).
We develop the Leadership skills and analysis of our members for successful engagement in the workplace and the broader philanthropic field.
And we build an Advocacy voice for our generation aimed at transforming philanthropy, and strengthening the pipeline for young people into social change careers.