1719 Results for “community”

Levitt Foundation Communications Manager
December 15, 2023
The Communications Department shapes the branding, marketing and communications strategy for the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, a national social impact funder working at the intersection of music, public space and community building. The Communications Department also provides communications support for its grantee partners, a national network of Levitt venues and Levitt AMP concert sites across the country. An integral Read More

Laura Herrick
December 15, 2023
Originally from small-town Texas, Laura Herrick (she/her) is fast friends with anyone who also says “y’all” in everyday conversation. She moved to the Midwest to serve as National Development Director for the US National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is more than a decade ago. She fell in love with the area, so she continued serving nonprofits in the Chicago area. Read More
Blog | From NCFP

Beyond the Family: An Ecosystem Approach to Family Philanthropy
December 12, 2023 | Nicholas A. Tedesco
The success of family philanthropy is dependent on the willingness of the family to embrace an ecosystem of partners. In fact, the most effective philanthropic leaders recognize that the family operates in relationship to many others—most importantly community and staff members. Embracing an ecosystem approach to philanthropy, which focuses on building and respecting relationships to others in the system, is Read More

Hannibal B. Johnson
December 8, 2023
Hannibal B. Johnson, Esq., a graduate of Harvard Law School, is an attorney, author, consultant, and the current chair of the Commemoration Fund. Hannibal is also a board member and curator for Greenwood Rising. Hannibal’s consulting work focuses primarily on diversity and inclusion, nonprofit leadership, and human relations issues. Johnson has also served as an adjunct professor at The University of Read More

Board Member
December 6, 2023
The Russell Family Foundation seeks two new board members. The Board Members of The Russell Family Foundation are responsible for the following: individually and collectively, setting direction and ensuring the Foundation fulfills its mission and goals; planning for the foundation’s future, sustaining the board, and reviewing its performance; operating and assessing the grantmaking programs, reviewing foundation operations, finances and investments; Read More
Blog | Effective Family Philanthropy in Action

How PRIs Can Help Maximize Impact and Approaches for Getting Started
December 5, 2023 | Mary Ann Weiss
In 2018, Mary Ann Weiss wrote a post for NCFP about program-related investments (PRIs), their advantages, and the barriers to using them. Since then, the philanthropic landscape has shifted and Mary Ann has built her own experience with PRIs. Learn more about use cases for PRIs and how to get started using the tool to amplify your impact. In the Read More
Events & Webinars | Webinars

Values in Action: Thinking Strategically About Your Family Philanthropy’s Lifespan
November 12, 2024 | Christine Zachai, Sharon Yazowski, Anne Marie Toccket, Whitney Feld
How does your organization’s lifespan align with your family philanthropy’s mission and purpose? This webinar will guide families through making intentional decisions about their philanthropic lifespan. During the session we will hear real-life examples and discuss: How to decide if or when to revisit conversations around lifespan, and who is involved in these conversations. How does your designated lifespan allow Read More
Events & Webinars | Webinars

Meeting the Moment Part Three: Shifting Power & Participatory Practices
October 8, 2024 | Katy Love, Leslie Ramyk, Monica George, Melinda Tuan
How can funders engage the communities they serve in a meaningful way? Which participatory principles are right for your family philanthropy? In this webinar we will discuss creative ways of community participation in family philanthropy, highlight the power of community and trust, and give you tools to develop an intentional listening practice for lasting impact. Join us to learn effective Read More
Events & Webinars | Webinars

Meeting the Moment Part Two: Effective Communication and Building Consensus through Change
September 10, 2024 | Jessica Montague, Billy McGuinness, Robin Holloway, Lisa Pinckney, Mailee Walker
Listening well and communicating effectively are vital to understanding and implementing lasting changes in your family philanthropy. During this session, we will be exploring the journey of listening to stakeholders and peers, building consensus internally, and tracking the effect and impact of these changes all while maintaining strong relationships and navigating family dynamics. Join us to learn from family philanthropies Read More
Events & Webinars | Webinars

21st-Century Governance Part Three: Family Philanthropies as Stewards of a Public Trust
May 14, 2024 | Gia Rauenhorst, Nicholas Banovetz, Richard Woo, Ashley Blanchard
What responsibilities do family philanthropies have to steward their funds intended for public benefit? Who are they accountable to in their pursuit of effective family philanthropy? Embracing accountability and continuous reflection are critical for effective stewardship. In this webinar we will discuss how donor families can thoughtfully steward funds throughout their philanthropic lifespan. We’ll consider original wealth creation and donor Read More

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