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SUMMARY:Peer to Peer Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:Join the August convening of Philanthropy Club of Illinois.    \nThis panel discussion features three fundraising professionals with experience designing and managing successful peer-to-peer fundraising efforts within their organization. \nPanelists \nJohnpaul Higgins\, Director of Development\, Covenant House Illinois \nAmanda Sattler\, Chief Development & Communications Officer\, Covenant House California \nColleen Veldt\, Associate Vice President of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising\, Covenant House International \nModerator \nTiffany Williams\, Founder & Principal\, TJ Marie Consulting \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/peer-to-peer-fundraising/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Government Funding for Nonprofits 201 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Webinar\n\n\nGovernment funding can at times be overwhelming given the level of compliance requirements needed especially if your nonprofit has little experience with government funding. This training will discuss what happens after your organization has been awarded the grant and will help breakdown some of the expectations that funding agencies have regarding stewardship of government funding. Particular attention will be paid to policies and procedures that nonprofits are generally expected to have as well as meeting other regulatory requirements and preparing for the Single Audit. \nThis training is not aimed at an introductory level and is best suited for those who have some experience with government funding and want to learn more about compliance requirements and the Single Audit. \nKey focus areas for this workshop will include: \n\nPolicies and procedures to have to facilitate compliance to government grant terms\nPost-award compliance functions and activities\nPreparing for the Single Audit and what to expect\n\nThis webinar is open to anyone seeking deeper understanding of the Uniform Guidance\, government grant compliance\, and audit readiness\, with particular emphasis on the Single Audit. This training is aimed primarily at those who have some familiarity with government funding but may not have gone through a Single Audit yet. \nInstructor: Gene Lee\, Senior Manager\, BDO \nThis virtual workshop is offered as part of the Equitable Access & Capacity Initiative. EACI is a collaborative effort by BDO\, Forefront\, and IFF to support nonprofit organizations in preparing for and managing government funding. \n** Si necesita traducción al español para este programa\, háganoslo saber a más tardar el 27 de julio.**
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/government-funding-for-nonprofits-201-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Trust-Based Philanthropy: What Does Racial Equity Have To Do With Trust-Based Philanthropy?
DESCRIPTION:The Trust-Based Philanthropy Project is pleased to announce a six-part webinar series\, Demystifying Trust-Based Philanthropy\,  addressing common questions\, clarifying misconceptions\, and exploring ways to overcome obstacles in implementing trust-based philanthropy. Sessions will take place April 19\, May 11\, May 31\, June 14\, July 12\, & August 2\, 2023 from 2-3:30PM CT. \nSession #6\, August 2: What Does Racial Equity Have To Do With Trust-Based Philanthropy? \nTrust-based philanthropy is a philosophy and approach rooted in values of relationship-building\, mutual learning\, and systemic equity – with a vision of advancing a healthier and more impactful nonprofit sector. While this approach is generally associated with six core grantmaking practices such as multi-year unrestricted funding and streamlined paperwork\, the day-to-day work of trust-based philanthropy is very nuanced and dynamic. In fact\, funders who have embraced this approach are finding that it requires ongoing self-reflection and rigor with regards to how they think about – and evolve – many of the deeply embedded practices and assumptions of traditional philanthropy. \nGiven these nuances\, it is not surprising that there are many questions and occasional misperceptions about what it actually means to embody trust-based philanthropy in practice. In this 6-part webinar series\, the Trust-Based Philanthropy Project will explore some of the most commonly asked questions and the underlying misperceptions that may be roadblocks to understanding and operationalizing trust-based philanthropy. \nEach session in the series will focus on a frequently asked question from the field\, and will feature perspectives from foundation leaders and others who have grappled with similar or related questions. At the end of each session\, participants will walk away with: 1) a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the underlying cultural philosophy of trust-based philanthropy; 2) tips for how to think about and approach these nuances in their own work; and 3) talking points for how to answer these FAQs when they come up from colleagues or peers. \nEach session will also provide dedicated space for small-group peer dialogue about ways to implement these practices into your grantmaking. \nWho should attend: Anyone in a grantmaking role that is curious about understanding the nuances of trust-based philanthropy and how it applies to your work. This series will be ideal for those who have some baseline familiarity with trust-based philanthropy and have questions about how it manifests in practice. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/demystifying-trust-based-philanthropy-what-does-racial-equity-have-to-do-with-trust-based-philanthropy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program
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SUMMARY:Finding State and Local Grant Opportunities (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Webinar\n\n\nThis virtual workshop will provide an overview of how to identify potential grant funding opportunities available from the State of Illinois or local governmental entities. \nKey concepts include: \n\nGetting organized to conduct a grant search;\nUnderstanding how the State of Illinois administers American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding;\nAccessing state and local grant funding announcements;\nReviewing a sample Request for Proposals; and\nDetermining if a grant opportunity is a good fit for your organization’s funding needs.\n\nThis session is aimed at novice grantseekers with little or no experience with searching for government grants. \nInstructor: Kristin Olson\, Grant Writing Specialist and Owner of Grants Galore
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/finding-state-and-local-grant-opportunities-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Applying for State and Local Grant Opportunities (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Webinar\n\n\nThis virtual workshop will provide an overview of how to apply for grants available from the State of Illinois or local governmental entities. \nKey concepts include: \n\nIdentifying key information in a Request for Proposal;\nOutlining a grant proposal narrative;\nDeveloping a compelling need statement; and\nApplying tips of the trade to submit a winning grant proposal.\n\nThis session is aimed at novice grantseekers with little or no experience with applying for government grants. \nInstructor: Kristin Olson\, Grant Writing Specialist and Owner of Grants Galore
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/applying-for-state-and-local-grant-opportunities-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Federal Grants: Taking It Step by Step – Parts 1 + 2 (Webinars)
DESCRIPTION:Webinars\n\n\n* This is a two-part webinar: August 16\, 1-2:30pm and August 17\, 1-2:30pm* \nPART 1 / Federal Grants: Taking It Step by Step (Webinar)\nWednesday\, August 16\, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nThis virtual workshop will walk participants through the process of finding federal grant opportunities and preparing to apply. \nKey concepts include: \n\nWeighing the pros and cons of federal funding;\nConducting a grant search in grants.gov;\nAccessing application resources;\nListing the preliminary steps to apply;\n\nThis session is aimed at novice grantseekers with little or no experience with finding and applying for federal grants. \nInstructor: Kristin Olson\, Grant Writing Specialist and Owner of Grants Galore \n—————- \nPART 2 / Federal Grants: Taking It Step by Step (Webinar)\nThursday\, August 17\, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nThis virtual workshop will walk participants through the process of applying for federal grants. \nKey concepts include: \n\nIdentifying key information in a federal Notice of Funding Opportunity;\nNavigating the work space in grants.gov;\nOutlining a grant proposal narrative;\nStructuring a multi-year budget; and\nApplying tips of the trade to submit a winning grant proposal.\n\nThis session is aimed at novice grantseekers with little or no experience with applying for federal grants. \nInstructor: Kristin Olson\, Grant Writing Specialist and Owner of Grants Galore
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/federal-grants-taking-it-step-by-step-parts-1-2-webinars/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230817T110000
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SUMMARY:Public Policy Thursday: Forefront Briefing on Chicago Lobbying Ordinance
DESCRIPTION:Webinar\n\n\nPublic Policy Thursday: Forefront Briefing on Chicago Lobbying Ordinance (Webinar) \nFoundations and nonprofits that operate within Chicago\, and/or that engage with the City Council or Departments\, should attend this meeting to learn about the newly-introduced ethics ordinance (O2023-2937) that makes changes to the City’s lobbying rules. \nForefront staff\, with the support of Clifford Helm\, Senior Counsel\, Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights\, will brief stakeholders on the changes\, answer questions\, and invite feedback in order to ensure we represent the sector’s interests. The discussion will include brief review of difference between City/State/Federal regulations for context. City of Chicago policy staff will be available for technical questions if needed. The briefing will be recorded; discussion and Q&A will not be recorded. Registration is required. \nPanelists: \nHolly Ambuehl\, Director of Policy & Government Affairs\, Forefront \nCliff Helm\, Senior Counsel\, Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-briefing-on-chicago-lobbying-ordinance-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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