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SUMMARY:Mission Sustainability Initiative (MSI) Info Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The Mission Sustainability Initiative (MSI) at Forefront is here to help nonprofits explore strategic partnerships. Join the MSI’s new director\, Kate Piatt-Eckert\, for a conversation about what we mean by “strategic partnerships” and how to take advantage of MSI services and support. \nCan’t make it on April 12th? This session will be recorded for future viewing\, and we invite you to sign up for MSI Office Hours to learn more about the program and ask questions about your unique organization. \n  \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/mission-sustainability-initiative-msi-info-session-virtual/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T093000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Strong and Vibrant Arab American Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join the UIC Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy\, along with Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) Chicago\, The Field Foundation\, Lloyd A. Fry Foundation\, and Forefront to explore the findings of a report on the state of racial justice for Arab Americans in the Chicagoland area. \nThrough demographic research\, surveys\, focus group data\, and expert commentaries by organizers and academics\, the report analyzes the effects of systemic inequities and anti-Arab/anti-Muslim racism on the lives of Arab Americans in employment\, education\, health care\, housing\, and policing. \nWe’ll hear from report authors and community-based organizations about the diversity of experiences among Arab American communities and their common challenges in navigating being at once hyper visible as a result of stereotypes and invisible due to being classified as white by government agencies and a general lack of knowledge about Arab Americans in our society. \nSpeakers include: \nAmanda E. Lewis\, UIC’s Institute for Research on Race and Public Policy \nNadine Naber\, UIC’s Global Asian Studies & Gender and Women’s Studies \nMuhammad Sankari\, Arab American Action Network \nItedal Shalabi\, Arab American Family Services (AAFS)
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/cultivating-strong-vibrant-arab-american-communities/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Trust-Based Philanthropy: Does Trust-Based Mean Unconditional Trust?
DESCRIPTION:The Trust-Based Philanthropy Project is pleased to announce a six-part webinar series\, Demystifying Trust-Based Philanthropy\,  addressing common questions\, clarifying misconceptions\, and exploring ways to overcome obstacles in implementing trust-based philanthropy. Sessions will take place April 19\, May 11\, May 31\, June 14\, July 12\, & August 2\, 2023 from 2-3:30PM CT. \nSession #1\, April 19: Does Trust-Based Mean Unconditional Trust? \nTrust-based philanthropy is a philosophy and approach rooted in values of relationship-building\, mutual learning\, and systemic equity – with a vision of advancing a healthier and more impactful nonprofit sector. While this approach is generally associated with six core grantmaking practices such as multi-year unrestricted funding and streamlined paperwork\, the day-to-day work of trust-based philanthropy is very nuanced and dynamic. In fact\, funders who have embraced this approach are finding that it requires ongoing self-reflection and rigor with regards to how they think about – and evolve – many of the deeply embedded practices and assumptions of traditional philanthropy. \nGiven these nuances\, it is not surprising that there are many questions and occasional misperceptions about what it actually means to embody trust-based philanthropy in practice. In this 6-part webinar series\, the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project will explore some of the most commonly asked questions and the underlying misperceptions that may be roadblocks to understanding and operationalizing trust-based philanthropy. \nEach session in the series will focus on a frequently asked question from the field\, and will feature perspectives from foundation leaders and others who have grappled with similar or related questions. At the end of each session\, participants will walk away with: 1) a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the underlying cultural philosophy of trust-based philanthropy; 2) tips for how to think about and approach these nuances in their own work; and 3) talking points for how to answer these FAQs when they come up from colleagues or peers. \nEach session will also provide dedicated space for small-group peer dialogue about ways to implement these practices into your grantmaking. \nWho should attend: Anyone in a grantmaking role that is curious about understanding the nuances of trust-based philanthropy and how it applies to your work. This series will be ideal for those who have some baseline familiarity with trust-based philanthropy and have questions about how it manifests in practice. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/demystifying-trust-based-philanthropy-does-trust-based-mean-unconditional-trust/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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SUMMARY:Forefront Member Orientation (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. This orientation is open to current and prospective members of Forefront. \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-member-orientation-hybrid-chicago/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Legislative Update: Get the Scoop from Forefront's Policy Team (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Program\n\n\nThis program has been canceled.\n  \nJoin Forefront’s Policy team for the first in an ongoing series of informal\, conversational legislative briefings to get the latest breaking news on our efforts in Springfield. Learn how to get more involved in advocating for the bills in our 2023 legislative agenda before key session deadlines. Ask the team questions about bills\, the legislative process\, and/or make recommendations about how we can represent stakeholders better. Learn more about our state efforts here. \nFacilitators: \nHolly Ambuehl\, Director of Policy & Government Affairs\, Forefront \nAlec Lopata\, Policy & Government Affairs Coordinator\, Forefront \nMichael Zalewski\,  Former Illinois House Member\, Pro Bono Forefront Lobbyist\, Of Counsel at Taft Law \nTicket levels include: \n\nForefront Members  – $0\nCommunity Access – $5 –  for non-members in need of financial assistance\nNon-member rate – $25 – for non-members without the need for financial assistance\nForefront Supporter – $50 – for anyone\, regardless of membership status\, in a position to help offset the cost for those needing financial assistance\n\nForefront offers a Pay-What-You-Can ticket model for our programs. Our goal is to be as accessible as possible to our community. We continue to offer ticket levels for our Forefront Members\, as well as the public. New ticket levels include a Community Access ticket and a Forefront Supporter ticket. The Community Access tickets are intended for individuals and organizations in need of financial assistance. The Forefront Supporter level is for folks who are able and interested in supporting the work for our community with a slightly larger contribution. We trust our community to select the ticket level that best fits your current situation. \nRegistration Note: Once you register\, you will receive an automated confirmation email from Eventbrite with Zoom instructions. Please be sure to confirm your attendance with Zoom before the program – you can confirm at any time. You will then receive your unique Zoom link via email to use on April 20.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/legislative-update-get-the-scoop-from-forefronts-policy-team/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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