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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200107T090000
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CREATED:20191216T171946Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Planned Gift Conversations with Your Donors
DESCRIPTION:America is on the edge of “The Great Wealth Transfer.” The Baby Boomer generation will recede over the next thirty years and pass over $30 trillion to subsequent generations. Well-timed gift planning conversations will ensure non-profits aren’t left out of that process. Are you comfortable bringing up the topic of a planned gift with a long-time supporter of your mission? Are you prepared to respond effectively if a donor mentions he’s thinking of including your organization in his will? Or if she says she’s considering making your institution the beneficiary of her insurance policy? Or if he has already provided for your cause in his living trust but doesn’t want to share a crumb of paperwork? If your answer is\, at best\, “I’m not sure\,” you’re not alone. \n  \nThis session will help you feel more at ease in these conversations by offering you prompts and specific suggestions you can call on during your own donor work\, including language for: \n\nSituations where a donor is only thinking about one of these gift commitments versus when a donor has already “completed” one of them\nEnsuring a gift commitment is structured appropriately/written in a way that matches a donor’s intent\,\nExploring a gift commitment’s value or donor’s privacy preferences\,\nAsking for documentation from a donor’s estate planning documentation\, and\nStewarding a planned gift commitment long after it’s been recorded.\n\n  \nPresenter:  \nJason James Shuba\, JD\, Director of Gift Planning\, University of Illinois Foundation \nJason liaisons with advancement staff at UIC\, UI Health and Illinois’ Gies College of Business to help alumni and friends make complex\, deferred\, and non-cash\, tax-wise gifts to benefit the University of Illinois. Since joining UIF\, he’s improved the University’s gift planning efforts through systematizing the lead follow-up process\, crafting more than a dozen from-scratch giving vehicle reference sheets\, and designing a one-of-a-kind deferred revocable gift documentation guidance process. Jason previously served five years as a Sr. Gift Planning Officer with the American National Red Cross where he reinvigorated the organization’s dormant gift planning program in its Greater Chicago Region. He earned his Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University and Bachelor of Arts cum laude in Philosophy\, Politics\, and Economics (P.P.E.) from Denison University. Jason keeps an active Illinois law license\, runs six days a week\, and really wants you to talk with you about the “Black Mirror” episode “San Junipero.” \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/navigating-planned-gift-conversations-with-your-donors/
CATEGORIES:General Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200108T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200108T103000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190722T165016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200106T201721Z
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SUMMARY:Member Coffee
DESCRIPTION:The Forefront Library will host an informal coffee hour for Members to learn more about Forefront’s resources and to meet others in the Forefront community — your statewide membership association for nonprofits\, grantmakers\, public agencies\, advisors\, and allies. This free orientation will give you a chance to see the Library\, meet our Librarians and other Forefront staff\, learn about your Membership benefits (including Library reference and research services)\, and network with your nonprofit colleagues. This is a great opportunity to share a business card\, an idea\, or a casual conversation with fellow nonprofit professionals\, while learning how Forefront can help you achieve your mission. Added bonus – coffee and pastry will be served.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/member-coffee-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20191205T154512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191211T224645Z
UID:2911507-1578924000-1578927600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Foundation Interns Program
DESCRIPTION:Last summer\, about ten foundations hosted interns. They partnered on various aspects of the process\, including shared materials (such as job descriptions and offer letters) and programming (such as networking events and professional development programming.) At this meeting\, we will share lessons learned and resources. Further\, as we plan for summer 2020\, we welcome any additional foundations that are interested in hosting an intern. \nThis free event is only open to Grantmaker.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/foundation-interns-program/
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190905T151308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T154324Z
UID:2902378-1578996000-1579001400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Building a Healthy Organizational Culture (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Changing an organization’s culture is no easy effort: you may need to tweak it a little\, or you may need a complete overhaul. But while changing your organizational culture sometimes can seem like an insurmountable challenge\, the rewards of the effort are well worth it. This two-hour workshop will explore the importance of building a healthy organizational culture. You will walk away with the ability to assess the current health of your organization’s culture and identify strategies to build a healthy organizational culture. \nInstructor: Laura McAlpine \nProgram fee: Free for Members of Forefront / $15 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/2902378/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190917T205354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T201229Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Marketing Revolution (Springfield)
DESCRIPTION:Digital marketing and PR expert Alyssa Conrardy\, who focuses on impact organizations and nonprofits\, will inspire you to “Make These 10 Commitments and Change Your Nonprofit Forever.” Participants will learn: \n» The role marketing can and should play in advancing mission\n» 10 commitments you can make to start a marketing revolution at your own organization\n» How to audit your organization’s approach to marketing and figure out where to focus first \nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront/$25 Non-Members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/nonprofit-marketing-revolution-springfield/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190827T171938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T165955Z
UID:2891553-1579165200-1579176000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Operational Excellence
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegistration for this program is now closed. \n  \nInvestment in supporting services and infrastructure is crucial to running an effective organization. In this workshop\, participants will explore the necessary resources in “non-program” functions – staff capacity\, technology systems\, and efficient workflow – to optimize their organization’s operations. You’ll leave the session with a renewed vision of operating at the highest levels. \nThis workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals responsible for department or organizational strategy\, financial management\, or operations. \nProgram fee: $35 Members of Forefront / $160 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/operational-excellence/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190917T205705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200116T220205Z
UID:2909357-1579606200-1579611600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Policy Update (Galesburg)
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront Policy Director\, Bryan Zarou for a state-of-the-state public policy update and crash course in nonprofit advocacy. Learn about key issues impacting Illinois nonprofits\, explore current political thinking\,  and walk away with the tools to ensure your voice is heard. \nProgram Fee: $15 Members of Forefront/$25 Non-Members \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/nonprofit-advocacy-101-galesburg/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190912T143818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T193808Z
UID:2908964-1579685400-1579690800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Individual Donors
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program is at capacity and registration is closed. \n  \nForefront’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. We encourage you to bring a laptop to get the most out of this hands-on experience. \nParticipants will leave with the ability to use the Forefront Library databases to conduct individual donor research. This workshop is ideal for nonprofit professionals conducting fundraising or prospect research. \nProgram fee: Free \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org \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-january/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190905T144725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T201212Z
UID:2900373-1579773600-1579779000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Theory of Change (Webinar)
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. \nInstructor: Pratt Richards Group \nProgram fee: Free for Members of Forefront / $15 Non-members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n  \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/creating-a-theory-of-change-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200127T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20191111T215757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T183018Z
UID:2911091-1580117400-1580122800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:You Ran Your Wealth Report. Now What? Prospect Research Tools and Tips
DESCRIPTION:Perplexed by individual prospect research? Maddened by giving capacity ratings? Overwhelmed by confusing wealth reports? \nThis session will cover the basics of prospect research\, including: \n– Where and how to find information about individual donors \n– How to use that information to inform an individual giving strategy \n– How to develop your larger process for individual donor research \n– The difference between wealth research and prospect management. \nJoin Forefront and Debbie Mayeroff\, Development Researcher\, Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana \non January 27 and get the tools you need to turn effective research into concrete impact. \n\n\nProgram Fee: Free
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/you-ran-your-wealth-report-now-what-prospect-research-tools-and-tips/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Prospect Research Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200128T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20191209T173738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200117T203627Z
UID:2911596-1580205600-1580211000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Call for Courageous Leadership (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn that daring leadership requires four sets of skills that can be learned: rumbling with vulnerability\, living into our values\, braving trust\, and learning to rise. Based on the research of Dr. Brene Brown and her “Dare to Lead” philosophy\, this webinar will help participants practice how to ask for what they need\, set boundaries\, and reach out for support in order to determine their call to courage as a leader. \n\nInstructor: Julie Boll\,  M.Ed.\, Founder and Principal Consultant\, Julie Boll Consulting \nProgram Fee: Free for Members of Forefront*/ $15 Non-Members \n*Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Login above or create a new account here. \n  \nClick here for our cancellation policy.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/call-for-courageous-leadership-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200129T103000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190906T142020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T142356Z
UID:2905432-1580288400-1580293800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Assessing Your Corporate Citizenship Portfolio
DESCRIPTION:How strong is your corporate citizenship portfolio? In this program for corporate citizenship professionals\, we will explore an assessment process and tool to help ensure your programs add value\, complement and support your full range of company initiatives\, and meet stakeholder expectations.\nWe will provide an overview of the corporate citizenship framework and explain how to use the assessment process and tool to determine the strengths and weaknesses of your current portfolio. Participants will learn how to:\n\nIdentify stakeholder expectations\nDevelop a corporate citizenship framework\nAssess your portfolio and using the assessment tool\nBuild a portfolio of programs\nCreate program goals\n\n\nPresenters\nTom Knowlton\, Partner and Director of the Corporate Practice\, and Michael Fields\, Senior Affiliate Consultant\, TCC Group
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/assessing-your-corporate-citizenship-portfolio/
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190904T210354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T180500Z
UID:2900362-1580288400-1580295600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Prioritizing for Impact: Strategies for Small Shop & Solo Fundraisers (Lake County\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \nFundraising is vital for nonprofits but can be extremely challenging if you’re going it alone. To succeed\, you need a clear strategy that’s both detailed and keeps an eye on the big picture. In this workshop\, participants will learn to: \n\nIdentify and prioritize opportunities for maximizing limited resources in your current development program\nEngage your board to actively support a variety of development strategies\nSet and track realistic goals to drive your development initiatives\n\nProgram fee: $20 Members of Forefront / $35 Non-members \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \n*Location: University Center of Lake County  1200 University Center Drive  Grayslake\, IL 60030 \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/strategies-for-the-solo-fundraiser-lake-county-il-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20190918T183608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T181119Z
UID:2909525-1580374800-1580486400@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Lead Right Now (Effingham)
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis program has been cancelled. \n  \n  \nThis is a two-part workshop: Thursday\, January 30\, 9am-4pm and  Friday\, January 31\, 9am-4pm \nDoing what you’ve always done will get you the same results you’ve always gotten. If you’re ready to make more progress on the things you care about\, join us for this multi-day program based on the principles and practices of adaptive leadership developed at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding that anyone can lead — anytime\, anywhere — while gaining tools and skills to kick-start new actions in your work. \nProgram Fee: $75 Members of Forefront/ $100 Non-Members (Members must log into the Forefront website to obtain their discount. Create a new account here.) \nClick here for our cancellation policy. \nNeed help? Email us: registration@myforefront.org
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/lead-right-now-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Central IL,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200131T123000
DTSTAMP:20260621T215617
CREATED:20200116T195058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T190910Z
UID:2912376-1580461200-1580473800@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 and their new advisory opinions recently released for the nonprofit sector. 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-10:30am and  11:00am-12:30pm \nChoose your preferred session when registering. Registration required. \nProgram fee: Free
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-policy-series-city-of-chicago-nonprofit-lobbying-reforms-explained-4/
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