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Community Foundations Family Philanthropy Network Topical Call: Authentically Engaging Diverse Donors (January 2017)

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Foundation for the Carolinas, Tony Macklin

A conversation about authentically engaging diverse donors (asset development with a DEI lens). Martin Acevedo, Director of Development and Inclusive Philanthropy for the San Antonio Area Foundation, and David Snider,Vice President and Program Officer for the Foundation for the Carolinas, help kick off the conversation… Read More

Trends in Family Philanthropy: A Conversation with NCFP Fellows Katherine Lorenz and Doug Bitonti Stewart

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Virginia M. Esposito, Katherine Lorenz, Doug Bitonti Stewart

This webinar features two of the field’s emerging leaders, former NCFP Fellows Katherine Lorenz & Doug Bitonti-Stewart. Doug and Katherine will reflect on a variety of issues they have explored with NCFP and will discuss important trends in the field at large. Moderated by NCFP President Ginny Esposito, their conversation highlights issues and topics of interest to all family funders,… Read More

What I wish my parents had told me: An interview with Susan Packard Orr

Posted on October 13, 2016 by Virginia M. Esposito, Susan Packard Orr

Susan Packard Orr of the David and Lucile Packard Foundation describes the seven key things she wishes her parents had told her about their philanthropic goals and dreams in hopes that other families may see the value in discussing these issues while the founders are still present. … Read More

Tackling Racial Justice: Why, How and So What?

Posted on October 4, 2016 by National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy

The Summer 2016 edition of the National Committee on Responsive Philanthropy's quarterly journal showcases four essays on the topics of: racial justice and community-centered philanthropy. … Read More

How can board members stay connected across time zones and significant distances?

Posted on June 9, 2016 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

As families grow, geographic dispersion of family and board members will become a common challenge. Each and every family must figure out a strategy that is right for you. Kelly Nowlin, family trustee of the Surdna Foundation, suggests the following, “The executive director or president of the foundation can make trips to dispersed board members and schedule one-on-one time to… Read More

Diverse and Dispersed: Managing a Far-Flung Family

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Berit Ashla, Kelly D. Nowlin, Lisa Parker

In our increasingly mobile society, family philanthropies once defined by their proximity now encounter a new obstacle: geography. How does geography affect a philanthropy’s mission? How do you keep the family and the philanthropy together? And how do families take advantage of diverse perspectives on key issues within the family?… Read More

2015 Principles for good governance and ethical practice (Executive Summary)

Posted on October 24, 2015 by Independent Sector

Independent Sector’s Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice is the foremost guide for sound and successful practice by charities and foundations in the U.S., providing clarity about legal compliance and public disclosure, effective governance, strong financial oversight, and responsible fundraising. … Read More

A Steadying Hand: The Critical Role of Non-family Board Members

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Susan Packard Orr

This special Passages Issue Brief written by NCFP Distinguished Fellow Susan Packard Orr describes the various skills, expertise, and perspectives that non-family board members can provide, as well as some of the common challenges for families seeking to add their first non-family board members, and tips for how to set clear expectations for this role… Read More

Community Connections: Engaging Diverse Stakeholders in Your Grantmaking

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Avi Khullar, Cindy Doyle, Heather Peeler, Tracy Sawicki

What are the spectrum of options available to family foundations and funds seeking to engage diverse perspectives in their work? What are the benefits of doing so and how can you develop a strategy and plan that makes the most sense for your governance and grantmaking approach? … Read More

Avoiding Avoidance: Addressing and Managing Conflict in Family Philanthropy

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Elaine Gast Fawcett

Conflict is normal in any family or organization. In this issue of Passages, you’ll learn about the most common conflicts in family philanthropy, the creative “tactics” some boards use to perpetuate the avoidance, and how you can use simple tools to address conflict in a healthy, productive way… Read More

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Community Foundations Family Philanthropy Network Topical Call: Authentically Engaging Diverse Donors (January 2017)

Diversity and inclusion

Community Foundations Family Philanthropy Network Topical Call: Authentically Engaging Diverse Donors (January 2017)

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Foundation for the Carolinas, Tony Macklin

Trends in Family Philanthropy: A Conversation with NCFP Fellows Katherine Lorenz and Doug Bitonti Stewart

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Virginia M. Esposito, Katherine Lorenz, Doug Bitonti Stewart

What I wish my parents had told me: An interview with Susan Packard Orr

Posted on October 13, 2016 by Virginia M. Esposito, Susan Packard Orr

Tackling Racial Justice: Why, How and So What?

Posted on October 4, 2016 by National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy

How can board members stay connected across time zones and significant distances?

Posted on June 9, 2016 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Diverse and Dispersed: Managing a Far-Flung Family

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Berit Ashla, Kelly D. Nowlin, Lisa Parker

2015 Principles for good governance and ethical practice (Executive Summary)

Posted on October 24, 2015 by Independent Sector

A Steadying Hand: The Critical Role of Non-family Board Members

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Susan Packard Orr

Community Connections: Engaging Diverse Stakeholders in Your Grantmaking

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Avi Khullar, Cindy Doyle, Heather Peeler, Tracy Sawicki

Avoiding Avoidance: Addressing and Managing Conflict in Family Philanthropy

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Elaine Gast Fawcett

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