Legal questions rarely arrive when it’s convenient – they show up in the middle of grant decisions, board meetings, and day-to-day operations. Is this self-dealing? Can we make this grant? What do the latest legal and policy developments mean for our foundation? For lean funders without in-house counsel, getting timely, expert legal advice from attorneys... Read More
Pricing: $175 (members) | $350 (nonmembers) Disability inclusion isn’t just a best practice – it’s a justice imperative. At a moment when federal actions are increasingly threatening the rights and community inclusion of people with disabilities, philanthropy has a critical role to play. Join this workshop to gain foundational knowledge and practical tools to integrate... Read More
Get up to speed on foundation essentials in this series on the key components of running a foundation: getting started, governance basics, legal issues, grantmaking, and investments. Learn the basics about the importance and the impact of each facet of foundation operations and come away with usable tips. Each module will be held on Zoom from 2:00-3:30... Read More
Legal questions rarely arrive when it’s convenient – they show up in the middle of grant decisions, board meetings, and day-to-day operations. Is this self-dealing? Can we make this grant? What do the latest legal and policy developments mean for our foundation? For lean funders without in-house counsel, getting timely, expert legal advice from attorneys... Read More
Family offices play a distinctive role in lean philanthropy. This virtual peer conversation offers a space for philanthropic leaders working within family offices to connect with colleagues navigating similar responsibilities and roles. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange perspectives, explore common questions, and learn from peers in family offices. The conversation is intentionally informal... Read More
Pricing: $175 (members) | $350 (nonmembers) Disability inclusion isn’t just a best practice – it’s a justice imperative. At a moment when federal actions are increasingly threatening the rights and community inclusion of people with disabilities, philanthropy has a critical role to play. Join this workshop to gain foundational knowledge and practical tools to integrate... Read More
Save the date! Join Exponent Philanthropy at Forefront’s Annual Summit: Growing Together on September 24, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. Together, we’ll learn how to strengthen our roots today while planting seeds for the future. More details – including a registration discount for Exponent members – coming soon! About Exponent on the Road Exponent on the Road gatherings are informal opportunities for lean funders to connect,... Read More
Join us for this in-person opportunity to network, learn, and share with your fellow lean funders from across the New York region! During this peer-facilitated gathering, discover what your colleagues are working on, explore opportunities to collaborate for greater impact, and seek input and advice from trusted colleagues on challenges you may be facing in... Read More
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