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SUMMARY:Phi Club: Dos and Don’ts of Major Donor Cultivation and Stewardship (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder if your cultivation and stewardship activities are resonating with your biggest donors? Join us for a discussion and Q&A with Liz Thompson\, nonprofit donor\, board member\, and leader. We’ll hear stories from Liz about what works (and what really doesn’t) and you can ask questions you can’t (but wish you could) ask your most generous donors about how to keep them engaged. \nPanel:  \nLiz Thompson\, CEO\, The Cafe Group \nLisa Villani-Gale\, Director of Major and Planned Giving\, Chicago Public Media \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/phi-club-dos-and-donts-of-major-donor-cultivation-and-stewardship-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T220059Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Cash Flow(Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Two part session:\nMarch 3\,  2:00 pm – 4:00 pm \nand March 31\, 2026\, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\n  \nStrong cash management is an essential component of nonprofit management. This clinic takes place over two sessions and is intended to help nonprofit leaders project and monitor cash needs over the course of the year to facilitate planning for future cash shortfalls in advance. Participants will walk through a step-by-step process of projecting future cash flow with an emphasis on the cross-functional team collaboration necessary to create and update projections. Participants will populate a cash flow projection template that reflects each organization’s accounting structure and begin to forecast results for the current fiscal year.\n\nPresented by BDO Nonprofit & Grantmaker Advisory in partnership with Forefront.\n\n  \nA limited number of organizations are accepted for clinics.  \nApply for a spot using the link below before February 13\, 2026. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019be363fe1570cbacbf37c6318a43e7
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/managing-cash-flowvirtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Nonprofit Resilience Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20251113T221140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T195147Z
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SUMMARY:Impact by Design: Planning Together for Change (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This is not just another virtual session\, it’s an experiential gathering designed to energize\, connect\, and inspire Illinois’s changemakers. Attendees will explore sector challenges through behavioral insights\, collaborative reflection\, and powerful storytelling. Every activity is crafted to foster deep empathy\, actionable wisdom\, and new alliances for lasting impact. \nWorkshop Objectives:\n· Empower leaders to achieve social impact the non-corporate way\n· Build a shared vision for the sector in times of stress and uncertainty\n· Foster peer support and connections to strengthen community wellness\n· Practice grounding and breath work to enhance focus and resilience \nSpeaker: Allecia Harley\, Principal Consultant\, IntuWork Consulting \nCost: Forefront Member $25 / Not-yet-member: $50 \nNot sure if you are a current member? Email us: registration@myforefront.org \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/impact-by-design-planning-together-for-change-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260219T144442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T144737Z
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SUMMARY:Fundraising Events—What Works and What Doesn’t (In-Person\, Lincolnshire\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:As long as fundraising is part of nonprofit life\, events will continue to play a key role in building support and engaging communities. Join us for an interactive panel discussion featuring nonprofit peers from our area as we explore the do’s and don’ts of successful fundraising events. \nPanelists will share practical tips\, creative ideas\, and real-world examples of events that have made an impact—along with honest lessons learned from efforts that didn’t go as planned. Whether you’re planning your first fundraiser or looking to refresh a longtime tradition\, this session will offer valuable insights\, inspiration\, and takeaways you can apply right away. Come learn what works\, what to avoid\, and how to make your next event more effective and sustainable. \nNonprofit volunteers and professionals: you are invited to this quarterly meetup presented by Vernon Area Public Library\, GiveNKind\, and The Lake County Community Foundation. This event will take place at: \nVernon Area Public Library\n300 Olde Half Day Rd\, Lincolnshire\, IL 60069 \nConnect with colleagues at local nonprofits to build relationships\, create awareness\, and benefit from each other’s experiences and insights. Each meeting includes a presentation or workshop that will help your organization run more effectively\, followed by time for refreshments and informal conversations. \nSpace for this popular event is limited; please only register if you plan to attend. Please sign up each person from your organization who plans to attend so that we have an accurate headcount.  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/fundraising-events-what-works-and-what-doesnt-in-person-lincolnshire-il/
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260210T220212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T190414Z
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SUMMARY:Philanthropy CEO Roundtable Hybrid - March 2026
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the 2026 Philanthropy CEO Roundtable Hybrid convenings. \nThe Philanthropy CEO Roundtable offers the opportunity to connect with peers and engage in private\, highly interactive discussions about current challenges and leading grantmaking practices. This group is open to CEOs and Executive Directors of private\, independent\, family\, and community foundations based in Illinois. \nRegister here!  
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/philanthropy-ceo-roundtable-hybrid-march/
LOCATION:Private: Impact House\, 200 West Madison Street\, Classroom 2D\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260306T094500
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20251105T151446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T171746Z
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SUMMARY:Forefront Member Briefing and Office Hour (030626 Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The news is coming fast and furious\, and it can be difficult to parse what requires action on your part. During these confusing and challenging times\, you can count on Forefront to provide space to connect and make sense of things. \nJoin fellow Forefront members twice a month for an opportunity to digest recent federal and local updates\, gather and share resources\, and connect with social impact sector colleagues. \n**Registering for any one briefing and confirming your attendance with Zoom will supply you with your unique\, secure Zoom link that can then be used on the event date for which you registered as well as all subsequent Friday morning Forefront Member Briefings. Please do not share your link with others.** \nDisclaimer: By registering for and entering into this Forefront member briefing\, you attest that you are not misrepresenting yourself or the institution you represent. You will keep all information confidential unless authorized to share. Unauthorized recording\, streaming\, AI transcribing\, and copying of the member briefings is prohibited. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-briefing-and-office-hour-030626-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T103000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20251209T145015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T144041Z
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SUMMARY:Foundations on the Hill Training (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This  training is required for those planning to attend Foundations on the Hill (FOTH) on March 16-19\, 2026\, but anyone may attend to learn more about FOTH. Registrants will learn more about the history and purpose of FOTH\, what to expect on the Hill\, related legislative priorities\, and how to prepare. The training is required for FOTH participants in order to help Forefront staff finalize meeting and speaker assignments\, explain talking points\, align travel schedules\, and introduce Illinois delegates to one another and answer your questions before we travel to DC. \nPanel: \nSally Schaeffer\, President/Principal Consultant\, Uncorked Advocates \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/foundations-on-the-hill-training-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260219T161006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T161006Z
UID:2969673-1773313200-1773316800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Forefront Member Office Hour (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join Forefront’s Manager of Membership and Member Relations\, Doris Bowens\, for an open floor office hour each month. This member-only space is an opportunity to ask questions about Forefront programs\, services\, and membership benefits. \n This event is for current Forefront Members only. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-office-hour-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260305T153917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T163254Z
UID:2969945-1773320400-1773324000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:The Year Ahead in Employment Law: Key Updates and Strategies for Nonprofit Employers
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights is proud to be a member of Exponentum®\, a national network of business law pro bono providers. Please join us for the following complimentary webinar for nonprofit employers offered by Exponentum® in conjunction with pro bono attorneys from Jackson Lewis P.C. Join Jackson Lewis P.C. attorneys for a webinar designed to help nonprofit employers navigate the evolving legal landscape in 2026. \nThis session will cover the latest updates in employment law with a focus on workplace accommodation obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act\, Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and Title VII’s religious accommodation obligations. All executive directors\, in-house counsel\, human resource professionals\, board members and other leaders of nonprofit organizations are invited to attend.  \nSpeakers:  \nTara K. Burke\, Knowledge Management Attorney \nCorey Donovan Tracey\, Principal \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/the-year-ahead-in-employment-law-key-updates-and-strategies-for-nonprofit-employers/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20250918T134620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T134620Z
UID:2967500-1773648000-1773939600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Foundations on the Hill 2026 (FOTH)
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: Foundations on the Hill 2026  \n\nMarch 16-19\, 2026\nWashington\, D.C.\nSalamander Hotel\n\nPlan now to join Forefront board members\, policy committee members\, and policy staff at #FOTH26 on March 16-19\, 2026. At this annual event\, philanthropy stakeholders descend upon Capital Hill to learn\, network\, and educate officials. We expect registration to begin in November 2025. \nMORE INFORMATION
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/foundations-on-the-hill-2026-foth/
LOCATION:Washington DC\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,General Public,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260305T165153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T154014Z
UID:2969960-1773662400-1773666000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Lobbying and Political Campaign Activity Rules for Public Charities (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Norah Jones\, Principal at C3 Legal\, will cover the rules and limitations on lobbying and political campaign activity by 501(c)(3) public charities. She will address practical considerations\, common traps\, and personal activities of board members and staff. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/lobbying-and-political-campaign-activity-rules-for-public-charities-virtual-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Nonprofit Resilience Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20250316T182245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T193544Z
UID:2968308-1773666000-1773669600@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Prospect Research: Finding Grants (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This virtual workshop will provide a brief overview of the Forefront Library’s databases\, print collection\, and online research guides\, with a focus on the Candid’s Foundation Directory Online. This introductory program is ideal for grantseekers who are new to the process or who would like to refresh their skills. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/introduction-to-prospect-research-finding-grants-virtual-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260226T161439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T153817Z
UID:2969777-1773914400-1773918000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Resilience Hub Info Session (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This session will introduce the free\, confidential support available through the Nonprofit Resilience Hub to help Illinois nonprofits understand and respond to federal uncertainty and organizational risks. Partners will briefly explain the legal\, financial\, strategic\, and prospect research services the Hub provides. Attendees will also learn how to request a consultation and receive tailored guidance for their organization’s needs.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/nonprofit-resilience-hub-info-session-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Resilience Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260305T160707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T153457Z
UID:2969948-1774526400-1774530000@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights: Protecting Private Spaces (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This program has been postponed. \n  \nFred Tsao\, Senior Policy Council with ICIRR (Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights) will provide information about how immigrants and allies can protect ourselves and our businesses and establishments in the context of accelerated immigration enforcement.  \nWe will discuss basic constitutional rights and how they apply to encounters with law enforcement as well as resources to share with your community.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/know-your-rights-protecting-private-spaces-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:General Public,Nonprofit Program,Nonprofit Resilience Hub
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T094500
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20251105T151709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T185223Z
UID:2968008-1774602000-1774604700@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Forefront Member Briefing and Office Hour (032726 Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The March 27 briefing has been cancelled. Please join us for our next member briefing on Friday\, 4/10. Register here for April 10. \n  \nThe news is coming fast and furious\, and it can be difficult to parse what requires action on your part. During these confusing and challenging times\, you can count on Forefront to provide space to connect and make sense of things. \nJoin fellow Forefront members twice a month for an opportunity to digest recent federal and local updates\, gather and share resources\, and connect with social impact sector colleagues. \n**Registering for any one briefing and confirming your attendance with Zoom will supply you with your unique\, secure Zoom link that can then be used on the event date for which you registered as well as all subsequent Friday morning Forefront Member Briefings. Please do not share your link with others.** \nDisclaimer: By registering for and entering into this Forefront member briefing\, you attest that you are not misrepresenting yourself or the institution you represent. You will keep all information confidential unless authorized to share. Unauthorized recording\, streaming\, AI transcribing\, and copying of the member briefings is prohibited.
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/forefront-member-briefing-and-office-hour-032726-virtual/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Advisor Program,Grantmaker Program,Nonprofit Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045624
CREATED:20260304T192437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T210222Z
UID:2969928-1774861200-1774864800@myforefront.org
SUMMARY:Update On Federal K-12 and Higher Education Policy Changes
DESCRIPTION:This event is limited to members of the Education Funders group.  \nPlease join us for a timely discussion on 2025–26 federal education policy developments across K–12 and higher education. We are pleased to welcome Dan Gordon and Zakiya Smith Ellis of EducationCounsel\, a mission-driven education consulting firm that integrates expertise in policy\, strategy\, law\, and advocacy to advance improvements in the U.S. education system so that all students can thrive. EducationCounsel has been closely tracking recent policy shifts and translating their complexities for the field. \nAccess the EducationCounsel publications here:\nhttps://educationcounsel.com/our_work/publications?category=388&110029388p=1&110029388l=all \nSpeakers \nDan Gordon\, Principal\, EducationCounsel \nZakiya Smith Ellis\, Consultant\, EducationCounsel \nModerator \nStephanie Banchero\, Education & Economic Mobility Program Director\, Joyce Foundation \n  \nRegister here!  \n 
URL:https://myforefront.org/event/update-on-federal-k-12-and-higher-education-policy-changes/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Grantmaker Program
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