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Library

We connect people who want to change the world to the resources they need to succeed.

Get free access to prospect research, informational databases, and more at Forefront's Library.

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Policy + Advocacy Center

No matter your level of experience, no matter the size of your organization, we can help you connect advocacy to your organization's mission.

 

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We invite you to Sponsor Forefront and highlight your dedication to building a vibrant social impact sector in Illinois.

 

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Whether you are a grantmaker, nonprofit, advisor, or ally of the sector, we welcome you to our community. Join the movement to make our state a better place for everyone!

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Upcoming Programs

Nov
27

Recruiting the Perfect Board Member (Springfield)

This training will cover processes and policies that establish criteria for potential members, with a focus on connectedness and commitment. 
Nov
29

Understanding and Supporting Grantees’ Financial Resilience (Chicago)

In this workshop for grantmakers, we will introduce the concept of financial resilience for nonprofits, define the key values and practices characteristic to financially resilient organizations, and explore how you can support your grantees in achieving greater financial resilience.
Nov
29

Making Meetings Work: How to Hold Effective and Efficient Meetings (Quincy)

Join us for this session and learn how to make meeting work for you. Hold meetings that result in new ideas, consensus, and action. Improve your facilitation skills, learn how to engage all participants, and implement meetings that accomplish objectives and leave participants energized.
Dec
4

CPS State of the Arts 2017-18 Funder Briefing with Ingenuity & CAEC Happy Hour

Join the team from Ingenuity, Inc. for a briefing on findings from the State of the Arts in Chicago Public Schools: Progress Report 2017-18.
Dec
4

Finance Leaders Roundtable: Tax Issues & Concerns for Grantmakers

Tax year 2018 was a busy year for exempt organizations, especially community and private foundations. We will take a look back at what happened during 2018 by discussing relevant rulings and current events but also think forward into 2019 by focusing on the key risk areas and concerns of foundations.
Dec
5

Member Coffee Hour (Chicago, 12/5)

This free orientation will give you a chance to see the Library, meet our Librarians and other Forefront staff, learn about your Membership benefits (including Library reference and research services), and network with your nonprofit colleagues.
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