"This volume centers on the lives and experiences of female and African American leaders of foundations and nonprofits. Contributors to the volume examine race and gender as constructs and provide a theoretical background for understanding their effect on the psycho-social development of the individuals. They explore their family backgrounds and childhood experiences as well as the impact of education on their lives and future leadership. "--

"Race and Gender in Nonprofit Leadership focuses on the lives and experiences of 25 nonprofit leaders. The authors examine issues of race and gender, family backgrounds and childhood experiences, as well as the impact of education on the lives of the leaders. Moreover, the authors delve into more personal topics, probing the influence of religion and spirituality on the leaders' decision-making and disposition toward philanthropic work. The book is a necessity for women as well as racial and ethnic minorities entering nonprofit leadership"--