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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\n\nThis is a virtual event.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-orientation-hybrid-chicago-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Trust-Based Philanthropy: What Does Grantee Accountability Look Like in Trust-Based Funding?
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 #4\, June 14: What Does Grantee Accountability Look Like in Trust-Based Funding? \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-what-does-grantee-accountability-look-like-in-trust-based-funding/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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SUMMARY:Engagement & Success of UIC & Harold Washington College Adult Learners
DESCRIPTION:UIC and HWC have recently established a partnership to promote the success of adult learners (25 years old at matriculation) who transfer from HWC to UIC. To inform this partnership\, an in-depth study of the success\, engagement\, strengths\, and challenges of adult learner undergraduate students was conducted. Hear from Sue Farruggia\, Assistant Vice Chancellor\, Assessment and Planning\, University of Illinois Chicago\, and Joe Hinton\, Associate Dean\, Career Programs\, Harold Washington College\, as they share findings from this study and applications to promote their success.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/engagement-and-student-success-of-uic-and-harold-washington-college-adult-learners/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Forefront Membership Appreciation Summer Celebration
DESCRIPTION:In-person event\n\n\nThis program has been postponed. Please check the Forefront calendar for a new date for this event.\n \nJoin Forefront for our first-ever Membership Appreciation Summer Celebration – where you’ll meet other nonprofit\, grantmaker\, and advisor Forefront members from across the state and the Forefront team that supports your work. \nWith hors d’oeuvres and summertime drinks in Forefront’s Chicago office\, Forefront staff and leadership will take a moment to celebrate the people and the organizations that work to bring services and resources to Illinois communities and help to create a thriving and vibrant social impact sector. \n \nThis event is open to current Forefront members only. Not sure if your organization is a current member? Please email us at registration@myforefront.org.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-membership-appreciation-summer-celebration/
LOCATION:Forefront Office c/o Impact House\, 200 West Madison Street\, Second Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with Chicago State University and National Louis University
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hear from President Nivine Megahed and President Zaldwaynaka “Z” Scott to learn more about their institutions and goals for the future. We will keep the presentation short\, leaving most of the time for informal networking.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/meet-greet-with-chicago-state-university-and-national-louis-university/
LOCATION:Northern Trust\, 50 S. LaSalle Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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