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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191001T103000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
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SUMMARY:Developing and Managing Relationships with Grantmakers: the Inside Scoop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Philanthropy Club in October!\nBy cultivating mutually beneficial relationships with funding influencers and decision makers\, you may open new doors to sources of collaboration and support. Join Forefront and The Philanthropy Club on Tuesday\, October 1 as we share relationship management best practices that will help advance your organization’s cultivation and stewardship strategies – resulting in deeper relationships with funders. Forefront Members Suellen Burns of the Driehaus Foundation and Crystal Robinson of the Siragusa Family Foundation will provide a candid setting for you to share ideas and experiences. Bring your questions!\n \nSession Speakers:\n \nSuellen Burns\, Senior Program Officer\, Driehaus Foundation\nSuellen has been a professional in the arts\, environmental\, and urban planning fields for over 25 years. She manages the Driehaus Foundation’s two Arts and Culture funding programs and contributes to its Built Environment and Economic Opportunities for the Working Poor programs. Prior to joining Driehaus\, Suellen held program\, development\, grantmaking\, and senior leadership roles with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources\, Arts Bridge\, Friends of the Chicago River\, and Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation. She holds a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a MS in Leadership and Policy Studies from DePaul University. She is also an adjunct faculty member for DePaul’s Graduate School of Public Service.\n \nCrystal Robinson\, Program Officer\, Siragusa Family Foundation\nCrystal worked in the nonprofit sector until transitioning to philanthropy in 2017. With prior experience as Assistant Director at the Axelson Center for Nonprofit Management at North Park University and Development Associate at Horizons for Youth and Development Director at Our Lady of Tepeyac High School\, she now oversees grantmaking in the Foundation’s primary giving areas of arts learning\, education\, and health. Crystal has a MS in Nonprofit Administration from North Park University. She received her Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential from the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance in 2014\, and is a member of Chicago Women in Philanthropy\, Exponent Philanthropy\, and the National Center for Family Philanthropy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/developing-and-managing-relationships-with-grantmakers-the-inside-scoop/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T113000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190904T175952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T142816Z
UID:2900332-1570096800-1570102200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Should You Start a Nonprofit? (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:You see a need in your community and want to make a difference. Starting a nonprofit to address that need is one of many options at your disposal. This webinar\, hosted by Forefront’s Library team\, will help you identify alternatives to starting a nonprofit\, assess what your next steps should be\, and provide resources if forming a 501(c)(3) is the right choice for you. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/should-you-start-a-nonprofit-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T143000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190910T212242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T181425Z
UID:2908742-1570107600-1570113000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Finding Grants (Champaign)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. It also can be overwhelming. This workshop will provide a place to start a search for funding. You’ll get a brief overview of our databases\, the Library’s print collection\, and online research guides. The session also will take a deeper look at Candid’s database\, Foundation Directory Online. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use Forefront Library databases to conduct research on potential grant funding. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-finding-grants-champaign/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191003T163000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190910T212840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T181512Z
UID:2908756-1570114800-1570120200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Individual Donors (Champaign)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. This workshop will take a deeper look at the Library’s available databases for researching individual donors. This is a great opportunity to use the Library’s extensive resources to gather essential information on prospects and streamline your work. Participants will leave with the ability to use the Forefront Library databases to conduct individual donor research. \nThis workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 1.5 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-individual-donors-champaign/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190904T140013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190907T150334Z
UID:2900295-1570179600-1570194000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Forefront Policy Series: City of Chicago Nonprofit Lobbying Reforms Explained
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Board of Ethics Executive Director\, Steven Berlin\, will lead an informative discussion on the new lobbying reforms for the nonprofit sector initiated by Mayor Lori Lightfoot. An overview of these new reforms will be presented along with the opportunity for a fruitful question and answer period after the presentation. All City of Chicago nonprofits are invited.\nDue to demand\, there will be two identical sessions: 9:00am and 11:00am\nChoose your session when registering. Registration required.\nProgram fee: Free
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-policy-series-city-of-chicago-nonprofit-lobbying-reforms-explained/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190911T150927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T181534Z
UID:2908799-1570183200-1570190400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Finding Grants (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:Forefront’s Library in Chicago holds more than 3\,000 volumes on grantmaking\, fundraising\, nonprofit management and governance\, and is an invaluable resource. It also can be overwhelming. This workshop will provide a place to start a search for funding. You’ll get a brief overview of our databases\, the Library’s print collection\, and online research guides. This presentation is done in partnership with the Central Illinois Nonprofit Reference Center at the University of Illinois at Springfield. And so you will also learn about the resources and expertise available locally. The session also will take a deeper look at Candid’s database\, Foundation Directory Online. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use databases to conduct research on potential grant funding. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nRegister here: https://forms.uofi.uis.edu/sec/9335564 \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n \n“Full participation in this program is applicable for 2 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.”
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-finding-grants-springfield-2/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190911T152207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T150736Z
UID:2908829-1570194000-1570201200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Quick Start Proposal Writing (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:Google search “proposal writing tips” and tons of how-to articles will pop up. Which route are you taking? In 90 minutes\, this class will give you an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. We’ll also provide a 30-minute hands-on exercise to develop a proposal outline.\nYou will learn:\n» The basic elements of a proposal\n» The “do’s” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal\n» How to follow up\, whether the answer is yes or no \nThis presentation is done in partnership with the Central Illinois Nonprofit Reference Center at the University of Illinois at Springfield. \nProgram fee: Free \nRegister here: \nRegister here: https://forms.uofi.uis.edu/sec/841195​ \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 2 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/quick-start-proposal-writing-springfield/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191007T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191007T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190724T155825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T195041Z
UID:2374291-1570453200-1570456800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Classroom: Institutional Response to Student Basic Needs
DESCRIPTION:In fall 2018\, City Colleges of Chicago participated in The Hope Center’s Real College Survey. From the preliminary data of students who participated in this survey\, we learned that 54% of those students were facing housing insecurity\, 43% food insecurity\, and 15% identified as being homeless. CCC understands that when a student’s basic needs are not met that their potential to be successful academically will be a challenge. This convening is to discuss how CCC has begun strategically building an infrastructure to support the basic needs of its student population.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/results-from-the-real-college-survey-at-city-colleges-of-chicago/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191008T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191008T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190923T205237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T202739Z
UID:2909736-1570525200-1570532400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:The Census\, Redistricting\, and How it Affects Our Democracy
DESCRIPTION:As the Census count closes next June 2020\, the next shift will be toward redistricting efforts and its impact in Illinois. Join us for an educational gathering with George Cheung from More Equitable Democracy and Madeleine Doubek from CHANGE Illinois to learn more about the Census\, redistricting\, and the Fair Maps Amendment.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-census-redistricting-and-how-it-impacts-our-democracy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T103000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190919T162910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T172738Z
UID:2909629-1570698000-1570703400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Choosing a Consultant – A Workshop Presented by the Mission Sustainability Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about long-term planning for your organization? Need to find someone with expertise for a short-term project? Panelists will share their lessons learned on when to engage a consultant\, how to select the right consultant for your organizational and project needs\, and what to expect when working with a consultant. The panel will seek to demystify some of the alphabet soup concerning consultants such as RFPs (request for proposals)\, RFQs (request for qualifications)\, and RFIs (requests for information) and talk about factors to consider before engaging in an equitable search for a consultant.\nPlease join panelists:\n\nInhe Choi\, Executive Director\, HANA Center\nCaronina Grimble\, Program Officer\, Woods Fund Chicago\nDamion Heron\, Vice President\, Corporate Responsibility\, JPMorgan Chase\nEllen Kunkle\, Vice President of Grants & Government Relations\, Pillars Community Health\nNina Sanchez\, Director\, Enrich Chicago\n\nThe panel will be moderated by Genita C. Robinson\, Director of Forefront’s Mission Sustainability Initiative. The MSI creates a neutral space to help Chicago area nonprofits evaluate the possible benefits of a strategic partnership\, including co-locations\, shared staffing\, joint ventures\, back office collaboration\, and mergers and acquisitions. One of the resources offered by the MSI is a vetted list of consultants with experience in exploring and implementing various aspects of long-term and permanent partnerships.\nTime:  8:30 –9:00 a.m. Registration; 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Panel\nProgram fee: Free
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/choosing-a-consultant-a-workshop-presented-by-the-mission-sustainability-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190911T151416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T143025Z
UID:2908802-1570701600-1570705200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:New to Nonprofit Fundraising: What Do I Need to Know? (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will lay a groundwork for the various components of nonprofit fundraising. Participants will come away with a strong overview of how to raise funds from various sources. \nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront / $25 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 1 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification. \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/new-to-nonprofit-fundraising-what-do-i-need-to-know-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190920T145644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T232710Z
UID:2909681-1570784400-1570791600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Funding Strategies to Address the Opioid Epidemic: IL Funders Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:The Health Affinity Group identified the opioid epidemic as an area of interest. This session aims to increase engagement among funders; learn about the nuances in our state; and understand key strategies for funders to intersect and support the organizations working to address them.  Illinois has a robust network of community-based organizations and government partners working together on key strategies to address the multi-sectoral opioid crisis. Funders supporting health\, housing\, employment\, workforce development\, mental health\, substance use\, violence\, and equity may find an intersection with their portfolio or area of interest.\nPresenters:\nCAPT Jeffrey Coady\, PsyD\, ABPP\,  SAMHSA Regional Administrator (5)\nDani Kirby\, Director\, Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR)\, IL Dept. Human Services\nDr. Allison Arwady\, MD\, MPH\, Acting Commissioner\, Chicago Department of Public Health\,\nChicago Recovery Alliance\, Chicago Urban League\, Heartland Alliance\, UI Health\, Safe Haven Foundation\, Mile Square & more\nThis free event is only open to Forefront Grantmaker Members
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/funding-strategies-to-address-the-opioid-epidemic-il-funders-breakfast/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190927T153931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T222813Z
UID:2909929-1571144400-1571148000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:#ILGive Statewide All-Star Panel (Webinar)
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 #ILGive 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.\nProgram Fee: Free\nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ilgive-statewide-all-star-panel-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190911T143440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191009T174550Z
UID:2908787-1571220000-1571223600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Donor-Advised Funds (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are philanthropy’s fastest growing vehicle for donations. They allow donors to make charitable contributions\, receive immediate tax deductions\, even recommend grants from the fund over time. In this webinar we’ll take a deep dive into what exactly DAFs are\, how they differ from other donations\, and how they fit into a funding strategy. \nProgram Fee: Free to Members of Forefront / $15 Non-members \nInstructor: Kristin Raack \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 1 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or re-certification. \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/intro-to-donor-advised-funds-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190828T214156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T142027Z
UID:2891927-1571227200-1571230800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:#ILGive Series #2: Strategic Storytelling (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:It’s not enough to create a donation page and alert your supporters that you’re participating in Giving Tuesday and #ILGive. You need to convince people and remind your community of the importance of your mission. In the second session of our #ILGive series\, we will dig into ways to dynamically tell your organization’s story during #ILGive to energize your current support and bring new people into the fold. Participants will walk away with tools they need to shape compelling stories for their giving day campaign. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 1 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/il-give-series-2-strategic-storytelling-springfield/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190821T200054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T143522Z
UID:2882173-1571302800-1571313600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Management 201
DESCRIPTION:This program has been cancelled. This program will be offered again in April 2020. \n  \nThis course is designed to build upon concepts presented in Volunteer Management 101 and 102. Advanced topics include evaluation\, risk management\, and organizational adoption. Participants will gain the skills and tools to articulate the value of your volunteer programing to staff\, leadership\, and funders alike. \nThis program is part three of a three part series. Register here for Volunteer Management 101 and Volunteer Management 102. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/volunteer-management-201/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191017T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190828T214806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T144250Z
UID:2891934-1571306400-1571313600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:#ILGive Series #2: Strategic Storytelling (Quincy)
DESCRIPTION:It’s not enough to create a donation page and alert your supporters that you’re participating in Giving Tuesday and #ILGive. You need to convince people and remind your community of the importance of your mission. In the second session of our #ILGive series\, we will dig into ways to dynamically tell your organization’s story during #ILGive to energize your current support and bring new people into the fold. Participants will walk away with tools they need to shape compelling stories for their giving day campaign. \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 2 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/il-give-series-2-strategic-storytelling-quincy/
LOCATION:John Wood Community College\, 1301 S 48th Street\, Quincy\, IL\, 62305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190828T194543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T192037Z
UID:2891774-1571389200-1571400000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled-Creating a Theory of Change (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:This program has been cancelled.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/creating-a-theory-of-change-galesburg/
LOCATION:Knox College\, Alumni Hall\, Trustees Room (302) 2 East South Street\, Galesburg\, IL\, Alumni Hall\, Trustees Room (302)\, 2 East South Street\, Galesburg\, IL\, 61401\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T100000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190725T180716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T174941Z
UID:2377124-1571733000-1571738400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Compensation for Employees and Trustees
DESCRIPTION:Total rewards\, best practices\, regulatory issues\, emerging trends–relevant for foundation finance staff\, executive leadership\, and trustees.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/compensation-for-employees-and-trustees/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T163000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190912T195921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191014T183316Z
UID:2909064-1571733000-1571761800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Crossroads: Introduction to Systemic Racism (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for anti-racism training and organizing from Crossroads\, a nonprofit that provides a structural analysis to institutions that are beginning to recognize patterns of oppression in their systems and realizing the need for institutional change. This workshop will help you develop a deeper language and understanding about culture\, cultural dominance\, and racial injustice/inequity. It also will help you introduce your stakeholders to racism as a systemic\, institutional problem of power. You’ll leave with tools and skills to create the rationale for structural intervention to dismantle racism in your organization. \nProgram Fee: $45 Members of Forefront/ $60 Non-Members \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/crossroads-introduction-to-systemic-racism-springfield/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190912T170244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T160838Z
UID:2909041-1571751000-1571760000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Developing Nonprofit Talent and Capacity
DESCRIPTION:Grantmakers and operating nonprofits exist to make positive change in the world. But we often limit the scope of what we can achieve by failing to invest in the people that comprise our organizations. Join Forefront for an active exploration of how funders and operating nonprofits can creatively and equitably invest in the staff and volunteers that make the change we seek. \nParticipants will leave with a clearer understanding of how to support the nonprofit workforce\, examples of how funders and nonprofits are engaging in diverse types of talent-investing action\, and an action plan relevant to your own organization. \nSpeakers will include Andrea Frye\, People’s Action; Sheelah Muhammad\, Steans Family Foundation; Kathy Reich\, Ford Foundation; Robret Simpson\, Facing Forward to End Homelessness; and Rusty Stahl\, Fund the People. \n  \nProgram fee: Free for Members of Forefront / $50 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/investing-in-nonprofit-talent/
LOCATION:IMC Trading\, 233 S. Wacker Drive\, Suite 4200\, Chicago\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190826T171728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T160758Z
UID:2888337-1571821200-1571832000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Theory of Change
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will introduce the theory of change framework and provide a guide to developing your own clear and thoughtful articulation about the change you seek to make in the world. We’ll also explore how your theory of change can serve as the foundation of successful evaluation\, fundraising\, stakeholder communications\, and budgeting. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/creating-a-theory-of-change/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190828T213431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T171926Z
UID:2891915-1571832000-1571835600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:#ILGive Series #2: The Power of Your Peers (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Peer-to-Peer Fundraising is a great way to expand your reach on#ILGive by utilizing your most passionate supporters to share their stories and fundraise on behalf of your organization. In this training\, we’ll cover everything you need to know about recruiting and empowering fundraisers for #ILGive! \n  \n \nFull participation in this program is applicable for 1 points in Category 1.B – Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/il-give-series-2-the-power-of-your-peers-galesburg/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190828T211140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191022T193306Z
UID:2891908-1571907600-1571918400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled-The 4 Leaders in You (Session 1): Individual Leadership (Champaign)
DESCRIPTION:This program has been cancelled.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-4-leaders-in-you-session-1-individual-leadership-champaign/
LOCATION:Champaign Pubic Library\, 200 W Green St.\, #5193\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190730T170552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T141158Z
UID:2686502-1572426000-1572444000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Journey to Equity (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Forefront and Exponent Philanthropy for this complimentary program just for Grantmakers. We thank The Racial Equity in Philanthropy Fund for their support of this program. \nThere has been a lot of conversations about diversity\, equity\, and inclusion practices in our sector. We invite lean funders – funders with no or few paid staff – to join us to explore the different approaches you can take to implement these practices\, hear from peers in your community about what their journey has been like\, and reflect on how these practices impact your funding areas. \nWe hope you will leave this program inspired by the stories you hear\, motivated to implement or refine these practices\, and armed with concrete actions you can take to adapt specific diversity\, equity\, and inclusion related principals to your funding goals. \nSpeaker: Maegan Scott \nMaegan Scott has worked in philanthropy and nonprofit management for ten years\, along with 15 years of working in the field of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI). She is the founder of Wayfinding Partners\, a socially conscious consultant firm dedicated to individual\, organizational\, and community transformation. \nThis program is open to foundation donors\, trustees\, and staff; individual donors; donor advised fund holders; and members of giving circles. \nThis program is offered in partnership with Exponent Philanthropy. By registering for this program\, participants are agreeing to Exponent Philanthropy’s Participant Guidelines. Please contact them at 202-580-6560 if you have questions about their guidelines.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/journey-to-equity-chicago/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T011251
CREATED:20190822T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T160949Z
UID:2882305-1572512400-1572523200@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Budgeting for True Costs
DESCRIPTION:An understanding of the true cost of programs can help leaders make more informed and strategic decisions about how to allocate resources. This workshop will explore effective ways to advocate for the funding of indirect costs in grant proposals and budgets. \nParticipants will learn to: \n\nUnderstand the real costs of program delivery\nIdentify shared and indirect costs\nUnderstand different cost allocation methodologies\nBuild indirect costs into program budgets\nCraft a fully-loaded budget to submit to a funder\nCommunicate the story of your organization’s “overhead” to funders and other external stakeholders\n\nThis workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals who are responsible for fundraising\, program or organizational reporting\, or budgeting. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/budgeting-for-true-costs/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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