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SUMMARY:Update and Insights from High School Principals
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Public Education Fund (The Fund) will interview school leaders from Chicago high schools about their experience and plans for the 2021-22 school year. Principals will be joined by a Chicago Public School leader to reflect on post-secondary transition planning and share examples of how they are leading through an unprecedented year. \nSpeakers: \nShannae Jackson\, Principal\, Gwendolyn Brooks College Prep \nEmily Lockhart\, Principal\, Noble Muchin College Prep \nRaul Magdaleno\, Principal\, Thomas Kelly College Prep \nDawn Ramos\, Principal\, Tilden Career Academy \nErick Pruitt\, High School Network Chief
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/update-and-insights-from-high-school-principals/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T103000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
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SUMMARY:Reimagining Planned Giving After COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to reimagine the opportunities in planned giving as we approach a potential end to the pandemic. Join May’s Philanthropy Club convening to hear panelists explore endowment giving\, donor insights\, collaboration with internal and external partners\, marketing\, stewardship\, and positive suggestions for moving ahead. \nPanelists \nRachel Sherman\, Program Manager\, Create a Jewish Legacy at Jewish United Fund \nDeborah Sullivan Roberts\, Senior Planned Giving Advisor\, The Trust for Public Land \n  \nModerator \nStuart Jamieson\, Development Professional Nonprofit Management Coach & Consultant
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/reimagining-planned-giving-after-covid-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210408T155415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T181209Z
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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. \n\nOne of the many inequities COVID has highlighted is lack of broadband access\, which in turn creates barriers to accessing healthcare\, education\, and other critical services. Representatives of the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society and the Rural Broadband Policy Group will speak to broadband as an issue at the core of racial and economic equity\, as well as efforts that are underway to ensure broadband access in under-served communities. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/covid-19-illinois-funder-briefings-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210507T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210507T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210311T160609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T191927Z
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SUMMARY:CPS/Ingenuity ARTS EDUCATION PRESENTATION
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront Chicago Arts Education Collaborative for a conversation on arts education in Chicago Public Schools during the pandemic. \nThis event is open to Forefront Grantmaker Members only.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/cps-ingenuity-arts-education-presentation/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210329T214625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T220501Z
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SUMMARY:Quick Start Proposal Writing 5-10-21
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so\, you don’t want to miss one of our most popular classes! \nThis class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include: \n\nThe basic elements of a proposal\nThe “do’s” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal\nHow to follow up whether the answer is yes or no\n\nOutcomes\n\nUnderstand how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation.\nKnow how and when to follow up with funders after submitting a proposal.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/quick-start-proposal-writing-5-10-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T153000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210408T182509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T160016Z
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SUMMARY:Ask a Consultant: Using Data for Storytelling (Part 2) - Data for Visual Storytelling & Engaging External Audiences
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront and the Association of Consultants to Nonprofits for May’s convening of our Ask a Consultant series. \nDonors are inspired by powerful stories about real people. The challenge for grant writers\, then\, is showing how these individual stories tie into a larger reality backed by data. This program focuses on how to collect and use data in your communications to potential donors\, policymakers\, and the community\, and weave a compelling story out of the numbers. \n  \nPanelists: \nAmelia Kohm\, Data Viz for Nonprofits \nLauren Ready\, Forever Ready Productions \nMindy Faber\, Convergence Design Lab \nGordon Mayer\, Gordon Mayer Communications \n  \nModerator: \nAnita Banerji
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/ask-a-consultant-using-data-for-storytelling-part-2-data-for-driving-strategy-measuring-impact/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210513T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210430T163924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T154510Z
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SUMMARY:Asian Americans at the Intersection of History and Racial Equity: Understanding Demographics\, Impact\, and Inclusivity
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a timely discussion on Asian Americans and racial equity. This event will provide an overview of Asian American history and tools to understand and disaggregate Asian American demographics and disparities in Illinois and the Chicagoland area. By providing examples of Asian Americans advancing racial equity within Asian American communities and with other communities of color\, participants will understand how to be more inclusive and responsive with the Asian and Pacific Islander American community. \nThis program is developed and hosted by the Asian American Caucus and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) in partnership with Forefront. \nRegister Here
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/asian-americans-at-the-intersection-of-history-and-racial-equity-understanding-demographics-impact-and-inclusivity/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210514T090000
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CREATED:20210511T195330Z
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SUMMARY:COVID Relief in India - Challenges and Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Simmons Center for Global Chicago and The Chicago Council on Global Affairs\, please join Forefront to hear first-hand accounts of the COVID-19 crisis raging across India. We’ll hear from Chicago-based organizations with operations and partners working in India about their ability to pivot and provide critical support\, as well as ways to assist those efforts. \nSpeakers include: \nSeena Jacobs\, CEO/Founder\, Bookwallah\nNilesh Kothari\, Vice President\, India Development Service\nGayatri Mathur\, CEO/Founder\, Soondra Foundation\nModerator: Nelly Ingraham\, UNICEF \nPlease click here to register for this webinar.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/covid-relief-in-india-challenges-and-opportunities/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210316T141001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T150604Z
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SUMMARY:Midwest Community Foundation Finance Course
DESCRIPTION:Join your fellow finance colleagues for an under-the-hood look at essentials in finance for community foundations. Start your mornings with us to connect on topics such as community foundation structure and history\, legal basics\, impact investing\, financial reporting and budgeting\, accounting software\, sustainability\, gifts\, and more! \nThis virtual program – designed especially for community foundation finance staff – will take place over the course of five days\, May 17 – May 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. \nThe Midwest Community Foundation Finance Course is hosted by the Midwest Partners. \n  \nProgram Fee: $100 for Forefront Members/ $400 for Non-Members. Not sure if you’re a member? Email us at registration@myforefront.org.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/midwest-community-foundation-finance-course/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210430T145856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T150742Z
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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. \nJoin us for the second in a pair of programs developed in partnership with Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) focused on the diversity of the Asian American Community. During this briefing for Illinois funders on May 20\, we’ll discuss current needs\, opportunities\, and challenges within Asian American communities including\, but not limited to\, the #StopAsianHate movement. Confirmed speakers for this program include Inhe Choi\, HANA Center; Neha Gill\, Apna Ghar; and Dennis Mondero\, Chinese Mutual Aid Association. \nRegister Here
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/covid-19-illinois-funder-briefings-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20200911T151403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210421T133727Z
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SUMMARY:Forefront Forum: Balancing Act - Safety and Operations Plans During COVID
DESCRIPTION:Every other month Forefront hosts an issue centered conversation to learn more about major Forefront initiatives. This is an opportunity to share your own work experiences\, lessons learned\, successes and also to test ideas and strategies with peers across the sector. \n\nMay 20\, 2021: \nBalancing Act: Safety and Operations Plans During COVID \nAs many organizations are making plans to return to the office for the first time\, and many others are looking to increase staff capacity in-person it is essential to balance operations plans with safety\, transparency and trust of your team. This session will share some of the steps the FBRK House and Forefront have taken in our own journey and hold space for our community to share questions and suggestions with one another. Some of the specific topics addressed will include: \n\nWhere do you start gathering information to create the return-to-office plan?\nAn example staff survey to gauge readiness and staff needs.\nTips show employees the safety measures that have been taken\nA sample for scheduling and managing an A-team and B-team staffing plan\nDiscussion on staying up-to date on the guidelines that seem to be constantly changing\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-forum-5/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210329T220915Z
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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/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210527T113000
DTSTAMP:20260621T031810
CREATED:20210421T154847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210422T155219Z
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SUMMARY:Standards of Excellence: Resource Development
DESCRIPTION:The Standards of Excellence Institute\, a project of Maryland Nonprofits\, provides nonprofits with a common-sense approach to achieving the highest standards in governance and management through an extensive library of educational resources and a nationwide network of support. As part of our commitment to serving Illinois’ social impact sector\, Forefront staff members have undergone training to become Standards of Excellence Licensed Consultants who can bring best-in-practice approaches and resources to our community. \nJoin the Forefront team and your nonprofit colleagues in a workshop focused on Standards of Excellence in Resource Development. Focusing on creating a work plan for implementing best practices and addressing growth opportunities\, this session will also provide example policies\, development calendars\, and other tools that can be customized to your organization. \nPrimary Learning Goals: \n\nBecome familiar with Standards of Excellence broadly\nUnderstand the Resource Development Guiding Principle and best practices\nDevelop confidence in creating policies and tools that are consistent with the mission and capacity of the organization\n\nForefront is launching a new Pay-What-You-Can ticket model for our programs. The goal is to be as accessible as possible to our community as the recovery from the pandemic is ongoing. We continue to offer ticket levels for our Forefront Members\, as well as the public. New ticket levels include an In-Need and a Forefront Supporter level. The In-Need tickets are intended for individuals and organizations that have been negatively impacted by the pandemic. The Forefront Supporter level is for folks who are able and interested in supporting the work for our community with a slightly larger contribution. We trust that you will select the ticket level that best fits your current situation.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/standards-of-excellence-resource-development/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public
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