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SUMMARY:Phi Club: The Seamless Integration of Major and Planned Giving (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Participants will engage in a lively and informative conversation about employing a strategic mindset as we build donor relationships. The program will help professionals embrace the idea of cherishing and cultivating relationships with a “long view” in mind\, focusing attention on the thoughtful integration of our giving initiatives. Discussions will include blending the need for immediate gratification with the benefits of (often significant) future generosity.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/phi-club-the-seamless-integration-of-major-and-planned-giving-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Grantmakers Institute 2026 | Day 3
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’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. 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 five program dates\, related materials\, and meals during in-person sessions.\n  \n\n\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.\n  \n\n\nTo learn more about the pedagogy and practice of the Grantmakers Institute\, please contact Suzy Lee\, Senior Director of Programs and Learning\, slee@myforefront.org.\n  \n\n\nThe 2026 Grantmakers Institute takes place April 21\, 28 and May 5\, 6\, and 13.  All sessions of this institute are in-person at Forefront’s Chicago office\, 200 W Madison St\, 2nd Floor. Participants will have the most impactful experience if they commit to being part of the cohort\, and we strongly encourage attendance at every session.\n  \n\n\n\nIndividual session descriptions will be posted soon.\n  \n\n\nApril 21: 9am – 4pm\nApril 28:  9am – 4pm\nMay 5: 9am – Noon\nMay 6: 9am – Noon\nMay 13: 9am – 4pm\n  \n\nForefront Member registration: $750\nForefront Not-Yet-Member registration: $1\,250 \nNot sure if your organization is a current member? Email us at registration@myforefront.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/grantmakers-institute-2026-day-3/
LOCATION:Forefront Office c/o Impact House\, 200 West Madison Street\, Second Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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