Fund for Shared Insight concluded in 2026 after 12 years.

This site is an archive.

If you’re interested in funder listening practices that shift power to impacted communities, visit Listen to Community, an initiative co-launched by Shared Insight to continue that work.

Why Does Listening Matter?

What does listening matter part 1 video

The first in a three-part series, Perspectives from People Who Give Feedback, this video features nonprofit clients who have had the opportunity to share their opinions talk about the importance of giving feedback.

Courtney says: “We know what works and what doesn’t.”

Have you seen funder listening in action?

Share your stories to demonstrate what’s possible when grantmakers center the people and communities most impacted by their decisions.

A new initiative to engage funders in listening practices that shift power to impacted communities.

A new initiative to support funder listening.