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SUMMARY:Funder Reception with César Toruella\, Executive Director of the CPS Dept. of Arts Education
DESCRIPTION:Impact House\, 200 W Madison Street\, 4th Floor\, Chicago\, IL 60606 \nRegister Here! \nJoin the Chicago Arts Education Collaborative (a group of funders committed to arts education in Chicago Public Schools) for a welcome reception for the new Executive Director of the Chicago Public Schools Department of Arts Education\, César Toruella. We are excited to get to hear from the Executive Director about the future of arts education in the district\, what the priorities are for this year and beyond\, how they align with the larger CPS strategic plan\, and the role that the district’s many partners and advocates can play in helping to shape the vision for the future. \nSpeaker \nCésar Toruella\, Executive Director\, Department of Arts Education\, Chicago Public Schools \n  \nPlease check in at the security desk with a photo I.D. and you will be directed to the room.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/funder-reception-with-cesar-toruella-executive-director-of-the-cps-dept-of-arts-education/
LOCATION:Private: Impact House\, 200 West Madison Street\, Classroom 2D\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240305T090000
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SUMMARY:The Fundraising Mindset: Understanding Donor Motivations and Activating Donor Engagement
DESCRIPTION:The Fundraising Mindset: Understanding Donor Motivations and Activating Donor Engagement \nThis event is a panel discussion intended to share key insights from both major gift and grassroots fundraising experts on how to engage donors in embedding themselves and investing in the projects and missions that impact the communities their nonprofits serve. \nPanelists \nJennifer Bell\, Chief Development Officer\, Hope Chicago \nJahmal Cole\, Founder\, My Block My Hood My City \nCurtrice Scott\, Director of Development – University Research Centers and Initiatives\, Northwestern University \nModerators \nShauntee Randle\, Education Coordinator\, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign \nTiffany Williams\, Founder\, TJ Marie Consulting \n  \nRegister here! \n  \nPlease note that the session is strictly for education. Any attendees who are observed directly or indirectly soliciting during the session will be removed
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-fundraising-mindset-understanding-donor-motivations-and-activating-donor-engagement/
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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SUMMARY:Supporting New Arrivals to Chicago with Young Children
DESCRIPTION:Register Here! \n  \nSince August 2022\, Chicago has welcomed over 35\,000 individuals seeking asylum who have arrived from the southern border. Many families are arriving with young children — over 1\,800 children under five as of November 2023\, a number that has continued to grow. After the trauma of their journey to Chicago\, families with young children face a number of unique needs — including mental health support\, childcare to seek employment and respite from the challenging environment in shelters. Early childhood programs – including centers\, schools and home visiting – can play a key role in promoting healthy child development\, supporting school readiness and accessing the resources that families need. This conversation will focus on the challenges that families face in accessing resources\, the barriers that early childhood programs experience in serving newly arrived families and the opportunities for philanthropy to play a meaningful role in the short and long-term. \n  \nPanelists \nCristina De La Rosa\, Executive Director\, Erie Neighborhood House \nAlicia Castañeda Rodriguez\, Sr. Director of Family Support and Services\, Carole Robertson Center for Learning \nAshley Nazarak\, VP of Program Scaling and Dissemination\, Carole Robertson Center for Learning \nBeatriz Ponce de Leon\, Deputy Mayor of Immigrant\, Migrant\, and Refugee Rights\, Chicago Mayor’s Office \nMariana Osoria\, First Deputy of Human Services\, Chicago Mayor’s Office \nVeronica Castro\, Deputy Director\, ICIRR \nModerator \nBryan Stokes II\, Director\, Education Portfolio\, Robert R. McCormick Foundation \n  \nAll participants must be registered and a member of the Education Funders Group or the Immigration Funders Collaborative to attend.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/supporting-new-arrivals-to-chicago-with-young-children/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T120000
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SUMMARY:Forefront Member Orientation (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION: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. This orientation is open to current and prospective members of Forefront. \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\nThis is a virtual event.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-orientation-virtual-7/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240307T100000
DTSTAMP:20260608T154045
CREATED:20240214T185043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T232853Z
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SUMMARY:ISBE Strategic Plan Discussion with Dr. Tony Sanders & Dr. Kimako Patterson
DESCRIPTION:Please join a discussion with the Illinois State Board of Education leadership as they present the new strategic plan. This will be an in-person meeting held at the Joyce Foundation with a virtual option. We will have breakfast and networking from 8:30 – 9:00\, with the presentation and Q&A from 9:00 am – 10:00 am. \nAll participants must be registered and a member of the Education Funders Group to attend. Please check in at the security desk with a photo I.D. and you will be directed to the elevator. \nRegister here.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/isbe-strategic-plan-discussion-with-dr-tony-sanders-dr-kimako-patterson/
LOCATION:The Joyce Foundation\, 321 N Clark St Ste 1500\, Chicago\, IL\, 60654
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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SUMMARY:Government  Funding for  Nonprofits 101 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Forefront and BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory for this virtual introductory training on government funding for nonprofits covering grants\, contracts\, RFPs\, compliance\, and regulations. \nIn many cases\, government funding can offer opportunities for nonprofit organizations at a scale and for purposes that other sources cannot match. This training will unpack the fundamentals of government funding including identifying the differences between grants and contracts\, navigating the request for proposal process\, and understanding key compliance requirements that will help you successfully manage government funds. This training is aimed primarily at those who have little to no experience with government funding. \nKey focus areas for this workshop will include: \n\nIntroduction to types of government funding\nHow to apply for government funding\nOverview of compliance requirements for government funding\n\nIntended Audience: Anyone seeking an introductory understanding of grants\, contracts\, RFPs\, compliance\, and regulations. This training is aimed primarily at those who have little to no experience with government funding. \nSpeakers: \nGene Lee\, Senior Manager\, BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory In his role as a Senior Manager on BDO’s Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory team\, Gene consults\, coaches\, and trains nonprofits on a variety of financial and operational topics. Prior to joining BDO he was the Director of Project Finance and Grants at WGBH Educational Foundation\, the largest producer of content for PBS. At WGBH\, he was responsible for the overall direction and management of pre- and post-award activity for restricted projects for WGBH that are funded through the federal government\, private foundations\, and major donors. \nRaquel Paulino\, Manager\, BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory As a Manager on BDO’s Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory team\, Raquel focuses on delivering strategic and operational insights to nonprofit and philanthropic clients across the country. Prior to joining BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory\, Raquel was Manager of Training and Technical Assistance at New Destiny Housing Corporation\, specializing in affordable housing\, housing readiness and financial empowerment. \nSpanish interpretation available by request. Please contact registration@myforefront.org no later than Friday\, March 1.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/government-funding-for-nonprofits-101-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T110000
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SUMMARY:How Stronger Public Private Partnerships in IL Can Benefit the State\, the NP Sector\, + Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront for this webinar where we will explore the world of public-private partnerships between government and the nonprofit sector. \nWe will develop a shared definition of what these partnerships do\, learn best practices from experts from California and Michigan\, and what work is already being done at the City of Chicago to advance this work locally. We will discuss how we can further build structures to advance this partnership model across Illinois\, and what roles we all can take in advancing that work. \nThis webinar will be recorded\, and is open to the general public. \nPanelists: \nKaren Aldridge-Eason\, Foundation Liaison\, State of Michigan & Council of Michigan Foundations \nKathleen Kelly Janus\, Senior Advisor\, Freedman Consulting \nJackie Rosa\, Chief Philanthropy Officer\, City of Chicago \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/how-stronger-public-private-partnerships-in-illinois-can-benefit-the-state-the-np-sector-communities/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240314T153000
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SUMMARY:The To&Through Milestone Tool Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute in-person workshop will allow participants to explore the To&Through Milestone Tool and learn how the data can be used to inform the support efforts of Chicago Public Schools students on their paths to high school and college completion. Participants will be able to work side by side with To&Through Tool Experts to explore the Milestones Tool\, learn helpful navigation strategies\, and practice sharing findings that can inform their work to support CPS students. \nRegister here. \nAll participants must be registered to attend.  Please check in at the security desk with a photo I.D. and you will be directed to the room.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-tothrough-milestone-tool-workshop/
LOCATION:Forefront Office c/o Impact House\, 200 West Madison Street\, Second Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260608T154045
CREATED:20240119T201207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T163637Z
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SUMMARY:Government  Funding for  Nonprofits 201 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Forefront and BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory for this virtual training and take a deeper dive into government funding for nonprofits covering compliance\, indirect cost rates\, policies and procedures\, and audit readiness.\n\nManaging government funding can seem overwhelming given the level of compliance requirements\, especially if your nonprofit has little experience with government funding. This training will focus on what happens after your organization has been awarded the grant and will help break down some of the expectations that funding agencies have regarding stewardship of government funding. Particular attention will be paid to indirect cost rates\, policies and procedures that nonprofits are generally expected to have\, regulatory requirements\, and how to prepare for the Single Audit.\n\n\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.\n\nKey focus areas for this workshop will include:\n\n\n\nIndirect cost rates\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\nIntended Audience: Anyone seeking deeper understanding of the Uniform Guidance\, government grant compliance\, indirect cost rates\, and audit readiness. This training is aimed primarily at those who have some familiarity with government funding but may not have gone through a Single Audit yet. \nSpeakers: \nGene Lee\, Senior Manager\, BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory  In his role as a Senior Manager on BDO’s Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory team\, Gene consults\, coaches\, and trains nonprofits on a variety of financial and operational topics. Prior to joining BDO he was the Director of Project Finance and Grants at WGBH Educational Foundation\, the largest producer of content for PBS. At WGBH\, he was responsible for the overall direction and management of pre- and post-award activity for restricted projects for WGBH that are funded through the federal government\, private foundations\, and major donors. \nRaquel Paulino\, Manager\, BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory  As a Manager on BDO’s Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory team\, Raquel focuses on delivering strategic and operational insights to nonprofit and philanthropic clients across the country. Prior to joining BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory\, Raquel was Manager of Training and Technical Assistance at New Destiny Housing Corporation\, specializing in affordable housing\, housing readiness and financial empowerment. \nSpanish interpretation available by request. Please contact registration@myforefront.org no later than Friday\, March 15. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/government-funding-for-nonprofits-201-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240327T150000
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SUMMARY:Optimizing QuickBooks for Nonprofit Organizations (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Forefront and BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory for this virtual training and walk away with practical steps in configuring QuickBooks to support financial management best practices for nonprofit organizations. \nInexpensive\, user-friendly\, and widely used across the nonprofit sector\, QuickBooks is often the best choice for small organizations with limited resources to invest in accounting software. However\, originally designed for companies in the for-profit realm\, QuickBooks has limitations when it comes to tracking and reporting on restricted donations and grants. \nOver the course of working with many organizations to build and strengthen financial management systems\, BDO has refined some key QuickBooks customizations and “workarounds” to help facilitate nonprofit accounting in this for-profit system. In this webinar\, we will provide an overview of how to structure the system\, as well as examples of how to execute key transactions. \nNote that this is not a 101 “How to use QuickBooks” training. It is focused on structuring and designing QuickBooks and is intended for participants who are already using or somewhat comfortable with QuickBooks. \nSpecific topics will include: \n\nStructuring the Chart of Accounts\nConfiguring the Class and Customer functions to track programs and funders\nTracking temporarily restricted revenue\, including how to process releases from restriction\n\nIntended Audience: Anyone interested in QuickBooks customizations for nonprofit organizations. Note that this is not a 101 “How to use QuickBooks” training. It is focused on structuring and designing QuickBooks for nonprofit organizations and is intended for participants who are already using or somewhat comfortable with QuickBooks. \nSpeaker: \nGretchen Upholt\, Managing Director\, BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory Gretchen serves as a lead for several key product areas including training and finance technology consulting\, and as a representative of BDO to nonprofits and funders in the Midwest region. In addition to her leadership in the practice\, she splits her time between playing an active role as trainer\, coach\, and curriculum developer for cohort and other training initiatives and as consultant to nonprofit clients across the country\, helping nonprofit leaders improve their financial management skills and processes. An experienced staff and program manager\, Gretchen is skilled in training\, capacity building\, research\, and program and volunteer management. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/optimizing-quickbooks-for-nonprofit-organizations-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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