Hi Kate and Courtney, Thanks for continuing this conversation and pointing out the need for bringing people together in genuine relationships. The Center for Courage & Renewal has offered “The Heart of Philanthropy” retreats that do just that for foundation folks to explore the deeper questions of what gives meaning and purpose to such heartfelt work. People get a chance to explore questions like:

“How do we express our identity and integrity in our work?” “What led us to this work in the first place?” “How can we build and maintain trust in our working relationships and take responsibility for our whole selves in these relationships — courage and fear, light and shadow? “Where can we find the courage to face the challenges and opportunities this work presents us with?”

Another program we’re piloting this year in Seattle is called Courage to Lead for Social Impact and is for people who are committed to making a positive difference in the world, while strengthening the fabric of social equity in our community. Happily our first cohort is full with a wait list. As you both know personally, we also offer Courage to Lead for Young Leaders & Activists. These are just some of the many programs around the globe that teach a set of principles and practices known as our Circle of Trust approach. Programs are a deep dive into the practices that can then inform a lifetime of “connecting who you are with what you do” — and connecting to others with more integrity and trust.

We’re happy to field requests to design programs for philanthropists, movement leaders and activists — and all sorts of organizations and businesses who are interested in leading from a stance of self-awareness and relational trust. I know this sounds like a marketing message, but I wanted to answer the call of “sounds like a job for Courage & Renewal.”