“What does equity mean to Michigan philanthropy?” Nearly a year ago, I invited us all to ask and answer this question. I deliberately did not indicate how I would answer the question, nor did I offer a definition for the word “equity.” My hope was to provide an opportunity for all to explore this question with open minds, giving hearts and enduring courage, to give you a forum and our support. We believed that your answers, your struggles, would let CMF know how we should best lead our community of philanthropy. We did not anticipate navigating this journey in the midst of a pandemic, economic