Layton explores how community foundations and grassroots initiatives leverage philanthropy to empower local groups. The chapter discusses participatory grantmaking, trust-building, and strategies that promote community self-determination, while offering a critique of traditional top-down funding models. He advocates for a more inclusive philanthropy that is deeply responsive to local needs and fosters genuine community ownership.
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