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SUMMARY:Funders Respond to 2020
DESCRIPTION:2020 saw variable shifts to funding practices in response to the pandemic. Join February’s Philanthropy Club to hear how leaders from five Illinois foundations altered their grantmaking strategies to maximize their impact. \n  \nPanelists: \nAnna Lee\, Director\, Community Impact\, Chicago Community Trust \nAntonio Martinez\, Jr.\, CEO\, Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation \nMignon Stewart\, Program Officer\, Prince Charitable Trusts \nOwen Washburn\, Vice President\, Global Philanthropy\, JPMorgan Chase & Co. \nSteve Moon\, Director of Elgin Programs\, Grand Victoria Foundation \n  \nModerators:  \nJennifer Holmes\, Assistant Director\, Corporate and Foundation Relations\, Rush University Medical Center \nStuart Jamieson\, Development Professional\, Nonprofit Management Coach\, and Consultant
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/funders-respond-to-2020/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20210105T230855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T165907Z
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SUMMARY:Nonprofit Governance Series (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:*This event is for nonprofits organizations serving Knox and Warren Counties and current members of The Nonprofit Network.* \nTake your board from good to great with this three-part training series designed specifically for incoming and current nonprofit board members. Led by BoardSource consultant Linda Wastyn\, each session will build upon the last to provide participants with an in-depth look at principles and best practices in nonprofit governance and practical approaches to board service today. Topics will include: \n• The Board/Staff Relationship\n• The Board as Ambassador\n• Building a Culture of Inquiry and Adaptability\n• Roles and Responsibilities of the Nonprofit Board\n• Setting the Mission\, Vision and Strategic Goals\n• Recruitment & Retention\n• Evaluations & Self-Assessment\n• And More! \nSessions will take place Tuesdays\, February 2\, 9\, and 16 from 3:30pm-5pm. All sessions will be held online via Zoom. \nSeries Cost: $50 for NPN Members | $75 Non-Members \nFee covers registration for up to two individuals per organization and includes a personalized certificate of completion. 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/nonprofit-governance-series-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Network,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20201215T163152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T195258Z
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SUMMARY:An Update from Practitioners on College Completion
DESCRIPTION:As a part of our two-part series spotlighting on-the-ground experiences and insights\, we will hear directly from practitioners focused on college completion and the college to career transition. \nFeatured speakers to be announced later.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/an-update-from-practitioners-on-college-completion/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20210122T170839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T171926Z
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SUMMARY:Ask a Consultant: Using Data for Storytelling (Part One) - Data for Driving Strategy & Measuring Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront and the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits for February’s convening of our Ask a Consultant series.  This session is the first in a two-part series on leveraging data for storytelling. \nFunders often request or require data and respond well to powerful stories about real people. How do you build a compelling narrative with data to back it up? This program will focus on how to get started collecting and using data in your strategy\, program design\, and impact measurement. If you’re not sure where to start collecting data\, or you have some information and want to learn more ways to use it\, this program is for you. \nPanelists:\nMargaret Conway\, Co-Founder and Director of Learning\, Convergence Design Lab\nSarah Keister Armstrong\, Principal\, Sarah Keister Armstrong & Associates\nArthur Padilla\, Senior Managing Partner\, StrataG. Works \nModerator:\nSuzy Lee\, Director of Nonprofit Strategy & Engagement\, Forefront \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ask-a-consultant-series-session-11-using-data-for-storytelling-pt-1-data-for-driving-strategy-measuring-impact/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210204T141500
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20210107T172802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T201230Z
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Inclusive Economic Mobility
DESCRIPTION:With events such as pandemics\, civil uprisings\, political scandals\, and major climate events taking place on a seemingly consistent basis\, the urgency to design new economic models that are regenerative in nature and break the chains of the current take-make-waste approach is critical for social\, environmental\, and economic stability. \nJoin us for a webinar with leading Circular Chicago Coalition members from the private and social sector to discuss why Chicago is uniquely positioned to take forward an inclusive circular economy agenda and how Circular Chicago can be a potential blueprint for economic growth and racial equity for Illinois as a whole. \nPanelists will share their insights into what a Circular City is and how it compares to the current linear economic model\, how racial justice and economic mobility feature prominently in an inclusive circular city\, and how the private and public sector can collaborate to be equitable partners in the circular transition. \nPanelists:\nSabira Lakhani\, Product Manager\, Rheaply\nJonathan Pereira\, Executive Director\, Plant Chicago                                                                                                                                                     \nPeter Perrault\, Senior Manager\, Circular Economy & Sustainable Solutions Sustainability\, Enel North America\nRenay Loper\, VP of Program Innovation\, PYXERA Global (Moderator)
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/reimagining-inclusive-economic-mobility/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20200820T171244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T172408Z
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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\n\nFuture orientations on April 13 and June 8.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-virtual-member-benefits-orientation-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20210208T165126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T193801Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Illinois Funder Briefings
DESCRIPTION:Forefront Illinois Funders’ Briefings feature opportunities to hear from and share local\, regional\, and national updates on responses to COVID-19 and its impact on Illinois communities. Speakers and topics are updated on a rolling basis. \nFebruary’s funders’ briefings will focus on policy updates at the state and federal level. On February 11\, Forefront’s Policy & Advocacy Director Bryan Zarou will lead a conversation on the state of our state\, featuring Lauren Wright of Illinois Partners for Human Services and Jonathan Vanderbrug of Arts Alliance Illinois. On February 25\, Brian will be joined by Tiffany Gourley Carter of the National Council of Nonprofits and Matthew L. Evans of United Philanthropy Forum to discuss federal policy and focus areas. \nOn March 11\, we’ll get an update on SHIELD Illinois\, a new university-related organization expanding the reach of rapid-result\, saliva-based testing of COVID-19. \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/covid-19-illinois-funder-briefings-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20201117T151423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T160320Z
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SUMMARY:Grantmakers Institute 2021
DESCRIPTION:This series is sold out and registration has closed.\n  \nForefront’s annual Grantmakers Institute has been reimagined for 2021 as a virtual professional development series that helps new grantmakers further their skills and make connections across the philanthropic community in Illinois. Led by Mae Hong\, Vice President of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors\, and 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. \nRegistration for the 2021 Grantmakers Institute includes all four days\, and full attendance is strongly suggested for new grantmakers. Those wishing to get a refresher on nonprofit finance may register for Assessing Nonprofit Financial Health separately. \nInstitute Lead Faculty: \nMae Hong\, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors \nDay 1: Understanding Context\nDate: Wednesday\, February 17\, 2021\nTime: 9:30am – 1:30pm\nGet situated within the larger context of your work with a dive into the current and historic realities of operating nonprofits\, institutional philanthropy\, and grantmaking as a profession. We’ll also explore what it means to understand your role within the trends influencing philanthropy today. \nDay 1 Faculty: \n\nSharon Bush\, Grand Victoria Foundation\nDinaz Mansuri\, Mayer & Morris Kaplan Family Foundation\nMarianne Philbin\, Pierce Family Foundation\nWegi Stewart\, Illinois Alliance of Community Foundations\n\n  \nDay 2: Power\, Relationships\, and Myths\nDate: Thursday February 18\, 2021\nTime: 12:30pm – 4:30pm\nThis session will equip you to navigate your greatest challenges as a new program officer: power\, relationships\, and false narratives about what you can and cannot do. We’ll explore site visits and other interactions with grantees; working with your board; ethical challenges; and the truth about evaluation and advocacy. \nDay 2 Faculty: \n\nCarrie Davis\, Joyce Foundation\nDamion Heron\, JPMorgan Chase & Co.\nJane Kimondo\, Crossroads Fund\nRebekah Levin\, Center for Impact Research\nAntonio Martinez\, Jr.\, Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation\nLeslie Ramyk\, Conant Family Foundation\n\n  \nDay 3 & 4 – For both new and experienced grantmakers\nAssessing Nonprofit Financial Health\nDate: Thursday\, February 25 AND March 4\, 2021\nTime: 9:30am – 11:30am\nUnderstanding the financial health of both current and prospective grantees is a critical part of the grantmaking process. Nonprofit organizations face increasing financial challenges in today’s operating environment and in order to make sound funding decisions\, grantmakers must have a firm grasp of the story told by the numbers. Focusing on effective approaches to reading and interpreting audited financial statements and the IRS Form 990\, this course will equip grantmakers to understand their grantees’ financial reality\, with concepts and tools applicable to grantees across a range of mission areas and business models. Key concepts covered in the workshop will include: \n• Understanding audited financial statements\n• Discussion of key indicators of financial health\n• Calculating financial metrics using an Excel-based “Nonprofit Financial Health Analysis” tool (provided as a takeaway for all participants)
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/grantmakers-institute-2021/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20210203T225853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T231049Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Foundation Directory Online Essential
DESCRIPTION:Looking for grants for your nonprofit? \nCome learn with the Forefront Library Team how to use Foundation Directory Online (FDO) Essential\, a prospect research tool for fundraisers\, with over 235\,000+ grantmaker profiles. You will learn how to search for grantmakers who have funded organizations working on causes and with communities similar to those you serve. \nNOTE: This class is for nonprofit organizations looking for funding. It is not geared to individuals seeking grants. \nOutcomes: \nUpon completion of this course you should be able to: \n\nExplain what FDO Essential is and how it differs from FDO Professional\nIdentify your needs in preparation for searching for potential grantmakers in FDO Essential\nResearch potential grantmakers using a project-based search in FDO Essential\nEvaluate prospects for strong or weak fit using FDO\nIdentify the options for accessing FDO Essential\nAccess resources for getting help with FDO Essential
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-foundation-directory-online-essential/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20201117T160102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T160619Z
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SUMMARY:Assessing Nonprofit Financial Health 2021
DESCRIPTION:These programs are sold out and registration has closed.\n  \n*This event is for individuals currently working in a grantmaking institution such as a foundation or corporate giving program.* \nThis program takes place in two parts on Thursday\, February 25\, AND Thursday\, March 4\, 2021\, from 9:30 to 11:30 am both days. Attendance at both sessions is required\, and some work will be assigned between sessions. \nUnderstanding the financial health of both current and prospective grantees is a critical part of the grantmaking process. Nonprofit organizations face increasing financial challenges in today’s operating environment and in order to make sound funding decisions\, grantmakers must have a firm grasp of the story told by the numbers. Focusing on effective approaches to reading and interpreting audited financial statements and the IRS Form 990\, this course will equip grantmakers to understand their grantees’ financial reality\, with concepts and tools applicable to grantees across a range of mission areas and business models. \nKey concepts covered in the workshop will include:\n• Understanding audited financial statements\n• Discussion of key indicators of financial health\n• Calculating financial metrics using an Excel-based “Nonprofit Financial Health Analysis” tool (provided as a takeaway for all participants)\n• The differences between the Form 990 and audited financial statements\n• Understanding the true cost of grantees’ programs. \nPlease note: if you have registered for the 2021 Grantmakers Institute\, you are already registered for these workshops and do not need to register separately. Please contact registration@myforefront.org with any questions.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/assessing-nonprofit-financial-health-2021/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T064000
CREATED:20210208T194203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T232018Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Illinois Funder Briefings
DESCRIPTION:Forefront Illinois Funders’ Briefings feature opportunities to hear from and share local\, regional\, and national updates on responses to COVID-19 and its impact on Illinois communities. Speakers and topics are updated on a rolling basis. \nFebruary’s funders’ briefings will focus on policy updates at the state and federal level. On February 25\, we will be joined by Tiffany Gourley Carter of the National Council of Nonprofits and Matthew L. Evans of United Philanthropy Forum to discuss federal policy and focus areas. \nOn March 11\, we’ll get an update on SHIELD Illinois\, a new university-related organization expanding the reach of rapid-result\, saliva-based testing of COVID-19. \nOn March 25\, we’ll hear an extensive analysis from Illinois Humanities of their crisis-relief grantmaking allocating more than $700\,000 to 177 unique organizations across the state. \nOn April 8\, the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy (NCRP) will share insights from their recent report on the impacts of COVID-19 on reproductive health and abortion access.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/covid-19-illinois-funder-briefings-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
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