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SUMMARY:Introduction to GuideStar
DESCRIPTION:Come learn how to use GuideStar\, the comprehensive website with millions of nonprofit organization profiles. Leveraging this tool to tell your story can help you reach funders. \nOutcomes: \nUpon completion of this course you should be able to: \n\nExplain what GuideStar is\nClaim your organization’s profile\nResearch potential nonprofit partners in GuideStar\nEarn a badge of transparency by updating your organization’s profile\nIdentify the charitable partners who access information from GuideStar
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-guidestar-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T090000
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SUMMARY:The City of Chicago's Financial Incentive Programs
DESCRIPTION:Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) are funding sources intended to spur economic development in the City of Chicago. Interested in learning how your nonprofit can benefit? Join October’s Philanthropy Club to hear from Tim Jeffries who manages both programs. \nSpeaker: \nTim Jefferies is a Deputy Commissioner in the City of Chicago’s Department of Planning and Development where he manages the City’s financial incentives programs\, including Tax Increment Financing (TIF)\, Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) and property tax abatements. Previous experience includes positions at the Active Transportation Alliance and Friends of the Parks. Tim has also served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Romania.  \nModerator: \nRich Gage\, Senior Development Officer\, Lawrence Hall
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-truth-about-the-city-of-chicago-tifs-tax-increment-financing-and-the-neighborhood-opportunity-fund-nof/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Mental Health and Wellness in Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Mental health and wellness have long been misunderstood\, stigmatized\, and overlooked. Prior to the pandemic\, efforts were already underway to improve access to critical mental health and wellness supports for college students; however\, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a new spotlight and urgency. Join us to learn from local and national leaders about current efforts\, including the Illinois Mental Health Early Action Act\, the role of peers in mental wellness\, and how higher education institutions and non-profits are working toward systems change. \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/mental-health-and-wellness-in-higher-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T110000
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SUMMARY:Evaluating and Building on Past Digital Giving Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive into evaluating the successes\, and opportunities\, of your digital giving strategy. We’ll take a look at what has worked from successful campaigns around Illinois and across the country\, and also collaborate with peers to learn from the best – our own community! At the end of this session you’ll have the tools to identify your highest impact strategies and let go of the ones that aren’t showing results.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/evaluating-and-building-on-past-digital-giving-experiences/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T100000
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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-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T180300
CREATED:20210811T171938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T160901Z
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SUMMARY:All-Star Panel on Digital Giving
DESCRIPTION:Want tips and tricks to turn your “same old same old” Giving Tuesday campaign into something more? Join us for an All-Star panel of past Giving Tuesday participants who will tell their success stories and provide insight on how to take your campaign to the next level. We’ll discuss how a focus on innovation led the panelists to new opportunities and blockbuster fundraising.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/all-star-panel-on-digital-giving/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260620T180300
CREATED:20210910T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T211514Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Fundraising Planning
DESCRIPTION:Does your organization need help directing its fundraising efforts? Planning focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success. \nThis introductory class with the Forefront Library Team will provide you the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan\, including tips on: \n\nMaking your case for support\nDiversifying your organization’s fundraising base\nCreating a plan of action\n\n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-fundraising-planning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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