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SUMMARY:Trust-Based Philanthropy in 4D\, Session 2: Embracing and Embedding...
DESCRIPTION:Forefront is pleased to partner with the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project on a four-part webinar series on using trust-based values to guide your philanthropy’s grantmaking practices\, culture\, structures\, and leadership.   \n  \nSessions will take place on February 3\, March 3\, March 31\, and May 5\, 2022 from noon to 1:30pm Central Time.  Each session will include a 60-minute panel discussion featuring case stories from foundation leaders who have operationalized trust-based philanthropy within their orgs\, followed by a 30-minute facilitated breakout discussion for members of partnering organizations. While we recommend attending all four sessions for an optimal experience\, each individual session will be designed to stand on its own.\n \n  \nWho should attend: This webinar series is for anyone who works at a grantmaking organization\, regardless of role and familiarity with trust-based philanthropy – however\, most of the material will feel most relevant to those in senior leadership or decision-making roles. The series will offer enough introductory material for funders who are less familiar with trust-based philanthropy\, while providing new material and deeper context for those who have attended past programs from the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project.  \n  \nSession #2: TBP in 4D: Embracing and Embedding a Trust-Based Culture \nThursday\, March 3\, 2022  \nNoon-1:30PM CT  \nCulture is an organization’s general way of being\, expressed in organizational norms\, assumptions\, and behaviors. Given trust-based philanthropy’s values-driven stance on centering relationships and sharing power\, nurturing a trust-based culture is essential to making your trust-based philanthropy possible.  \nIn order to nurture a trust-based culture\, we must understand our starting point. The majority of institutions operate within a white dominant cultural context\, wherein perceptions of trustworthiness and achievement are skewed in favor of those who have had access to – and have assimilated to – white dominant norms. In this default culture\, we also tend to prioritize wealth over the communities we serve – as indicated in commonly used phrases such as return on investment\, proof of concept\, and even program “officer.”    \nSo how can funders identify – and undo – cultural barriers to trust and equity? And what does it look like to build a trust-based\, racially equitable culture that prioritizes honesty\, community\, creativity\, and joy within and beyond your organization? In this session\, we’ll hear from leaders that have prioritized culture-building within their organizations\, including the strategies they are deploying to foster a sense of connection and collaboration\, and what they’re doing to build and sustain trust internally so that they can advance their trust-based goals externally.  \nParticipants can expect to walk away with a clearer understanding of how white dominant culture shows up in our assumptions and norms; and strategies for initiating and deepening a culture of power consciousness\, humility\, and collaboration. 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/trust-based-philanthropy-in-4d-session-2-embracing-and-embedding-a-trust-based-culture/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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SUMMARY:Grantmakers Institute 2022
DESCRIPTION:This registration page provides an overview of our 2022 Grantmakers Institute. To access full details\, including session dates and topics covered\, visit our main Institute page. \nForefront’s annual Grantmakers Institute is a cohort-based learning series that helps new grantmakers further their skills and make connections across the philanthropic community in Illinois. Led by Mae Hong\, Vice President of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors\, and taught by a diverse group of experienced grantmakers\, the Institute aims to strengthen the entire sector through sharing best practices\, sparking conversation\, and building community. Registration includes all seven sessions\, related materials\, and snacks to enjoy while you learn. \nWho is the Grantmakers Institute for? \nGrantmakers Institute is designed to serve individuals who are new(er) to and currently working in a foundation\, corporate giving program\, or other philanthropic institution. If you’re unsure whether this is the right program for you\, please contact us at Registration@MyForefront.org before registering. \nSeries Facilitator: Mae Hong\, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/grantmakers-institute-2022/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220310T110000
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SUMMARY:Forefront Virtual Member Benefits Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Every other month Forefront hosts a relaxed conversation for current and prospective Members to learn more about Forefront’s resources and to meet others in the Forefront community — your statewide association for nonprofits\, grantmakers\, public agencies\, advisors\, and allies. This free orientation will give you a chance to meet our Librarians and other Forefront staff. This is a great opportunity to ask questions  or share an idea with your peers\, while learning how Forefront can help you achieve your mission. \nTopics covered include: \n\nLibrary reference and research services\nPeer Skill Share\nThe Impact Capacity Assessment Tool (iCAT)\nMember & Peer Networks\nPolicy and Advocacy
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-virtual-member-benefits-orientation-9/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220315T103000
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SUMMARY:Looking Back and Moving Forward: Lessons from COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Almost exactly two years ago\, the COVID-19 pandemic sent us into lockdown. Nonprofit organizations had to respond rapidly to the pandemic’s impact. Funders had to be responsive to emergent needs. What did this response look like\, and what are the takeaways? We’ll hear from representatives from The Chicago Community Trust and the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley\, allowing time for questions of the panelists\, then move into small group breakouts to share our own lessons learned to move organizations forward. \nPanelists: \nGloria Castillo\, Associate VP of We Rise Together: For an Equitable & Just Recovery for The Chicago Community Trust \nJulie Christman\, President & CEO\, Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley \nModerators:  \nBarb Hailey\, Sr. Director\, Communications & Advancement\, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/lessons-from-covid-looking-back-and-moving-forward/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Assessing Nonprofit Financial Health
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the financial health of both current and prospective grantees is a critical part of the grantmaking process. Nonprofit organizations face increasing financial challenges in today’s operating environment and in order to make sound funding decisions\, grantmakers must have a firm grasp of the story told by the numbers. Focusing on effective approaches to reading and interpreting audited financial statements and the IRS Form 990\, this course will equip grantmakers to understand their grantees’ financial reality\, with concepts and tools applicable to grantees across a range of mission areas and business models. \nKey concepts covered in the workshop will include: \n\nUnderstanding audited financial statements\nDiscussion of key indicators of financial health\nCalculating financial metrics using an Excel-based “Nonprofit Financial Health Analysis” tool (provided as a takeaway for all participants)\nThe differences between the Form 990 and audited financial statements\nUnderstanding the true cost of grantees’ programs\n\nFacilitators: \nMae Hong\, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors \nGretchen Upholt\, BDOFMA \nHillary Dale\, BDOFMA \nMelissa Cameron\, BDOFMA \nThis is a multi-day program – March 16 & March 17\, both days from 9:00am to 11:30am. \nRegistration cost is $175 public/ $85 for Forefront Members.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/grantmakers-institute/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220323T093000
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SUMMARY:Better Together: Creating & Sustaining Synchronized Philanthropy
DESCRIPTION:Two years ago\, the world stopped. We pushed aside the silos of top-down philanthropy to truly listen and learn. Community\, philanthropy\, and the public sector moved money and other resources to meet the needs of those disproportionately impacted. Foundation racial equity statements proliferated and many in Chicago philanthropy took concrete actions to address racial inequity head-on. \nThe headlines have changed but the inequities remain. Thankfully\, colleagues harnessed that moment to generate movement. They created innovative pooled funds that continue to target resources to groups creating a better way forward. \nFunders are invited to join Forefront and Comer Family Foundation for a conversation with the Chicago Racial Justice Pooled Fund\, Chicago Frontline Funding Initiative\, and the Health First Collaborative to: \n\nUnderstand the purpose and potential of pooled funds to address inequity & empower community for systemic change\nLearn how colleagues from different foundations worked together to develop philanthropy centering Black\, Latino/a/x\, Asian and Indigenous liberation\nIdentify ways to amplify and advance your equity grantmaking\, independently or collectively\n\n*Registration for this event will take place on Zoom. Click here to register. \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/better-together-creating-sustaining-synchronized-philanthropy/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T133000
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SUMMARY:Trust-Based Philanthropy in 4D\, Session 3: Building and Reinforcing...
DESCRIPTION:Forefront is pleased to partner with the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project on a four-part webinar series on using trust-based values to guide your philanthropy’s grantmaking practices\, culture\, structures\, and leadership.   \n  \nSessions will take place on February 3\, March 3\, March 31\, and May 5\, 2022 from noon to 1:30pm Central Time. (Please link to each event) Each session will include a 60-minute panel discussion featuring case stories from foundation leaders who have operationalized trust-based philanthropy within their orgs\, followed by a 30-minute facilitated breakout discussion for members of partnering organizations. While we recommend attending all four sessions for an optimal experience\, each individual session will be designed to stand on its own.  \n  \nWho should attend: This webinar series is for anyone who works at a grantmaking organization\, regardless of role and familiarity with trust-based philanthropy – however\, most of the material will feel most relevant to those in senior leadership or decision-making roles. The series will offer enough introductory material for funders who are less familiar with trust-based philanthropy\, while providing new material and deeper context for those who have attended past programs from the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project.  \n  \nSession #3: TBP in 4D: Building and Reinforcing Trust-Based Structures \nThursday\, March 31\, 2022  \nNoon-1:30PM CT  \nAn organization’s structures — the hierarchies\, systems\, protocols\, policies\, standardized processes\, and technologies — are deeply connected to culture and values. Because of the compliance-oriented culture that informs much of philanthropy\, even the best-intentioned grantmaking organizations may find that their structures and processes inadvertently perpetuate power imbalances\, obstructing their ability to fully operationalize trust-based philanthropy.  \nA full commitment to trust-based philanthropy requires funders to take a close look at our various structural elements through a trust-based lens – especially grant management systems\, grant agreements\, hiring practices\, evaluation metrics\, and decision-making structures. The good news is that these concrete aspects of your operations can be addressed one-by-one\, in an emergent way\, without overwhelming or overloading your organization.   \nSo what are the core competencies we must rely on in order to be able to identify structural barriers to trust-based philanthropy in the first place? And what are some practical\, actionable ways we can reimagine these structures to be more relational and grantee-centric\, without disrupting our day-to-day work? In this session\, foundation leaders will share their journeys of reviewing and assessing specific structures within their organizations and how they are using emergent learning to iterate and evolve their systems and processes in order to create an infrastructure of trust.   \nParticipants can expect to walk away with a better sense of how power dynamics show up in organizational structures\, and heightened clarity on areas of focus and reassessment within their organizations. 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/trust-based-philanthropy-in-4d-session-3-building-and-reinforcing-trust-based-structures/
LOCATION:Webinar
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