The Learning Philanthropy Framework
Take the Self-Assessment
Understand where learning is today. Decide where to go next.
A structured—and surprisingly fun—way to create a baseline, build alignment, and turn reflection into action.
Self-Assessment
How It Works in a Nutshell
Each Framework subcomponent includes a maturity spectrum ranging from “Not Yet Engaging” to “Thriving.”
Explore the Framework
Start by exploring the six dimensions and deciding what matters most to your foundation. Do you want to create a baseline across the entire organization, celebrate areas of strength, or focus on opportunities for growth?
Take the Self-Assessment
Bring your colleagues together to assess your foundation’s current learning practices. Then identify what you could change next week, next month, or over the next 6–12 months to become a more effective learning philanthropy.
Check In and Keep Going
Learning isn't a one-time exercise. Revisit your aspirations, celebrate progress, and course-correct along the way.
Build the Field
Learning in philanthropy is still an emerging field. By sharing your experience, you can help strengthen our collective understanding of what it means to become a learning philanthropy—and inspire others on their journey.
Everything You Need To Get Started (And Keep Going)
Whether you're ready to dive in, checking in on progress, or looking for a lighter entry point, we've got you covered.
The Learning Philanthropy Framework
The Learning Philanthropy Framework gives your team a shared language to understand how learning works today, identify where it could be stronger, and chart a path forward—together.
The Learning Philanthropy Maturity Cards
The Maturity Cards are the companion tool for the Self-Assessment. You’ll need these with you for that experience. We recommend printing them out to elevate the “card game” feeling of the self-assessment process (trust us, it’s more fun than you think!).
The Learning Philanthropy Facilitator's Playbook
Ready to take the Self-Assessment? The Facilitator’s Playbook provides the guidance and practical tools you need to lead the process with your team—or across your entire foundation.
The 3Cs Playbook: Checking In, Celebrating & Course Correcting
Once you’ve completed the Self-Assessment, the 3Cs Playbook helps your team maintain momentum by reflecting on progress, celebrating what’s working, and course-correcting where needed as you continue your journey toward becoming a learning philanthropy.
Spoiler: It’s packed with some of our favorite learning activities and facilitation exercises.
Not Sure Where to Begin?
We're here to help.
Whether you're exploring the Framework for the first time or thinking about bringing it to your team, we're happy to answer questions, share examples, and help you find the right starting point.
