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SUMMARY:Is Your Organization Ready to Partner and Find a Match?
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to partner with another organization? Looking for just the right match? Join the Mission Sustainability Initiative (MSI) at Forefront for a panel discussion with nonprofit leaders who found their match: Rick Guzman of The Neighbor Project\, Mike Bertrand (He/Him/His) of Lutheran Child and Family Services\, and Rachel O’Konis Ruttenberg of Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Human Rights (formerly with the Family Defense Center). \nAttendees will learn options to assessing readiness (and how to use strategic planning in the process)\, the psychology of decision making on partnering\, the real and perceived barriers to partnership\, and above all\, what makes a good match. You will also learn how to identify and approach a potential partner—as well as how to say no if a situation is not ideal. Start your journey to partnership today.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/is-your-organization-ready-to-partner-and-find-a-match/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public
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SUMMARY:Black Philanthropy: Money\, Mentoring\, and More
DESCRIPTION:November’s convening of the Philanthropy Club is an opportunity to hear from Black philanthropists who support people\, causes\, and institutions through giving circles\, donor-advised funds\, alumni programs\, and other vehicles. Join the conversation to learn more about how Black philanthropists use their resources to change lives and uplift their communities. \nPanelists:  \n Sequane Lawrence\, Co-Founder and Co-Designer\, Fathers\, Families\, and Healthy Communities \nAshley Leonard\, Co-Chair\, South Side Giving Circle \nNicole Layton\, Senior Philanthropic Advisor\, Chicago Community Trust \nRodney Reid\, President\, RLR Associates\, Inc.\, CEO\, NXG Youth Motorsports\, Inc.\, Team Principal\, Force Indy\, LLC \n  \nModerators: \nKimberly Vann\, Director of Foundation Relations and Grants\, Greater Chicago Food Depository \nTiffany Williams\, Founder and Principal\, TJ Marie Consulting \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/black-philanthropy-money-mentoring-and-more/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T103000
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SUMMARY:DPI & P33 Update and Briefing
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by College and Career Access\, Persistence\, and Success (CCAPS)\, a Forefront Member Network focused on increasing postsecondary opportunities and outcomes for Chicago-area students. At this session\, we will hear from two Chicago-based organizations focused on the talent needs and trends in the technology sector. The Discovery Partners Institute (DPI) and P33 will share insights about emerging labor market trends and needs\, how employers are recruiting and sourcing talent\, and how local organizations and students can connect with opportunities. \nRegister here
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/dpi-p33-update-and-briefing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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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. \nOur November 4 Illinois Funders’ Briefing will feature a sneak preview of Forefront’s upcoming Giving in Illinois report\, which has been expanded to include insights on nonprofit and community needs. Our partners at Candid will also join us to share how grantmakers can contribute to better data collection and more robust reporting. \nRegister Here
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/covid-19-illinois-funder-briefings-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T130000
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SUMMARY:Final Check-in on Digital Giving Strategies for Giving Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:With just a few weeks until Giving Tuesday\, there’s still time to make sure your campaign is ready to go. In this webinar\, we’ll go over last minute tips and best practices to engage with your supporters and have a successful day of digital giving. The Forefront team will also be available to answer any last minute questions about strategy or day-of logistics.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/final-check-in-on-digital-giving-strategies-for-giving-tuesday/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T140000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Corporate Giving
DESCRIPTION:Is your organization ready to seek corporate support? \nCorporate grantmakers are different from traditional foundations in many ways. This class provides a basic overview of: \n\nThe different types of corporate giving\nWhat motivates corporations to give\nHow to find potential corporate partners\n\nOutcomes\n\nDefine different types of corporate philanthropy and their motivations.\nLearn how to find information about different types of corporate philanthropy.\n\nIntended audience\nFundraising & development staff\nGrant writers
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-corporate-giving/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Adaptive Leadership Peer Consultations (November)
DESCRIPTION:This program has been canceled.\n  \nThe times we’re living through continue to require intensive levels of adaptation – individually\, organizationally\, on the community level\, and nationally – and we all need support as we attempt to effectively mobilize people to make progress on persistently tough challenges. These bi-monthly peer consultation sessions offer a highly structured space for gaining confidential support and new perspectives on the very real adaptive challenges you’re facing right now. Each drop-in session will offer the opportunity for at least three participants to present and receive feedback on a current challenge. \nPlease note: Participants will be best served by having prior experience with or exposure to the adaptive leadership framework – either through a Lead Right Now program at Forefront or elsewhere. If you’re unsure whether you fit that description\, please contact Lisa May Simpson at lsimpson@myforefront.org to discuss before registering.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/adaptive-leadership-peer-consultations-november/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T100000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Project Budgets
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to start fundraising for your project or idea\, but don’t know what and how much to ask for? If preparing a budget for your foundation grant is holding you back\, come learn the basic elements of how to draft a project budget with confidence. \nThis class will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to generate a standard project budget for a foundation proposal. We will discuss: \n\nThe basic components of a project budget including income and expenses\nHow to estimate the realistic cost of a project\nWhat other financial documents you may also need to submit with your proposal
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-project-budgets/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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