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SUMMARY:Education Funders Networking
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at an Education Funders Happy Hour hosted at DRW. \nSpeaker \nMonica Grant Cohen\, Director of Community Investment\, DRW \nThis event is open to members of the Education Funders Group. 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/education-funders-networking/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T170000
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SUMMARY:Forefront Family Foundations: Connect and Brainstorm
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to an exclusive networking and program brainstorming session for Family Foundation members. This gathering is a unique opportunity to connect with fellow members\, share insights\, and collaborate on innovative program ideas that can make a meaningful impact. \nWhether you’re looking to share your experiences\, explore new collaboration opportunities\, or simply want to engage with like-minded individuals\, this session promises to be an enriching experience. \nWe look forward to seeing you and working together to inspire positive change! \nAll participants must be registered and a member of the Family Foundations Group to attend.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/innovate-connect-a-creative-gathering-for-family-foundation-members/
LOCATION:The Duchossois Family Foundation\, 444 W. Lake Street\, Suite 2000\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Diverse Trustee Reception
DESCRIPTION:Staying the Course: Advancing DEIA in Investment Managers in a Challenging Climate.\n\n\nPlease join us for an engaging conversation about advancing DEIA in investment manager selection! We are delighted to have two experienced leaders in finance and investments join us: \nRenae Griffin\, Managing Director\, GCM Grosvenor \nLibrada Killian\, Managing Director\, JP Morgan Chase\, and a director of the Lloyd A. Fry Foundation \n  \nAll trustees at private\, independent\, community\, and family foundations are welcome\, so do please share this invitation with them. We hope your trustees will be able to attend – we are eager to extend a warm welcome to them to join this important conversation. \nHosted by The Directors and Staff of the Lloyd A. Fry Foundation
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/12th-annual-diverse-trustee-reception/
LOCATION:Taste 222\, 222 N. Canal Street\, Chicago\, IN\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240912T110000
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SUMMARY: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/member-orientation-virtual-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T090000
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SUMMARY:The Magic and Mysteries of Planned Giving
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the September convening of the Philanthropy Club of IL. \nThis session will explore the creation and implementation of effective planned giving programs\, covering key mechanisms\, messaging strategies\, and some unexpected benefits you may encounter. It will also recognize the lasting impact of the dedicated staff who have paved the way for our work. \nSpeakers \nBill Lynerd\, Office of Gift Planning\, The Field Museum \nBob Shafis\, Director of Planned Giving Services\, Veritus Group \n  \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/pilanthropy-club-of-il-the-magic-and-mysteries-of-planned-giving/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T214040
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SUMMARY:Forefront Member Networking Happy Hour (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our very first Member Networking Happy Hour.\n\n\nForefront will be holding our very first Member Networking Happy Hour on Thursday\, September 19th\, from 4:00-6:00 pm at Impact House. \nThis event is exclusively for current Forefront members and will provide an opportunity to learn more about Forefront’s programs and services\, and most importantly to network and make connections with fellow social impact professionals. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. \nNot sure if you are a current member? Email us at registration@myforefront.org \n\nThis event is at capacity and registration is now closed.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-networking-happy-hour-in-person/
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:IWERC Research Briefing: Participation\, Persistence\, and Experiences of CS and Tech College Students in Illinois
DESCRIPTION:At this session\, the Illinois Workforce and Education Research Collaborative (IWERC) will present findings from forthcoming reports on the experiences of students in Illinois college Computer Science and Tech programs. IWERC will also share an equity analysis of 4-year and 2-year programs in the state focusing on Black\, Latinx\, and female students\, as well as a survey of ~1000 students on their experiences to understand how historically marginalized students are being served (or unfortunately not served) by those programs. Lunch will be provided. \n\n\nSpeakers: \nDr. Meg Bates\, Director of IWERC \nDr. Stephanie M. Werner\, Research Specialist at IWERC \nDr. Raisa Blazquez\, Research Associate at IWERC \n  \nPanelists: \nKay Monelle\, Associate Director\, High School Programming at Discovery Partners Institute \nAyoka Noelle Mota Samuels\, Associate Vice Chancellor for Technology Sector Strategy at City Colleges of Chicago \nDr. Jerry Schnepp\, Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Cyber Security at Roosevelt University
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/iwerc-research-briefing-participation-persistence-and-experiences-of-cs-and-tech-college-students-in-illinois/
LOCATION:DPI\, 200 S. Wacker Dr. DPI - 4th Floor\, Chicago\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T100000
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SUMMARY:2024 Annual Summit: United and Thriving
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Annual Summit is the only event that convenes grantmakers\, nonprofit professionals\, and other social impact sector stakeholders across issue areas and the state to build connections and community. \nThis year\, the Summit will center our collective commitment to building a united and thriving social impact sector that promotes equity and has a transformative impact on the well-being and economic security of communities across the State of Illinois. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from and be inspired by a lineup of dynamic speakers\, including keynote john a. powell from the Othering & Belonging Institute. You’ll also enjoy opportunities for formal and informal networking with colleagues from all over Illinois. \nThis event is at capacity and registration is now closed.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/2024-annual-summit-united-and-thriving/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240926T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T214040
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SUMMARY:Deliberative\, Structured Dialogue Sessions: School Choice in CPS
DESCRIPTION:The Forefront Education and Equity Group invites you to join us for a unique two-session professional learning opportunity\, where we will engage in deliberative\, structured dialogues on the topic of School Choice in Chicago Public Schools.  Utilizing a deliberative democracy approach\, this experience aims to facilitate informed\, respectful\, and meaningful dialogue among Education and Equity members. The sessions are designed not only to deepen understanding of the school choice dilemma\, but also to explore how deliberative democratic principles can enhance engagement with difficult topics\, foster community cohesion\, and inform future individual and philanthropic efforts. We are partnering with EngagEd Collective Consultancy to facilitate these sessions. \nSession 1 will be held on September 26\, 2024\, from 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. and will focus on understanding and perspective-taking. \nSession 2 will be held on October 30\, 2024\, from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and will include the deliberative dialogue session. \nThis is a two-part series for funders only. Please note that by registering\, you are signing up for both the September 26 and October 30 sessions.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/deliberative-structured-dialogue-sessions-school-choice-in-cps/
LOCATION:Lloyd A. Fry Foundation\, 120 S. LaSalle St Suite 1950\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States
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