The COVID-19 pandemic has left certain groups of people with unique urgent need for support. Foundations have a role beyond grantmaking as usual. The current state of national emergency enables private foundations to make grants to individuals in need without the IRS pre-approval normally required. In this webinar we discuss the ins and outs of... Read More
The “coach approach” is a skillset and mindset that can transform the key relationships in your philanthropic work. Using deep listening and powerful questions, the “coach approach” helps you gain awareness, discover new ways of thinking, and focus on creating collaborative solutions. During this webinar, you will learn the basics of the approach and hear... Read More
Leadership succession is cited as the number one concern of small foundations year after year. You’re not alone! Yet many boards are not prepared to navigate it. This session is designed for funders who are ready to start, review, or have hit a roadblock in their succession planning. We’ll share tips on how to inspire... Read More
Discover the broader world of foundations that have few or no staff, and see where your foundation fits in. Based on insights gleaned from Exponent Philanthropy’s annual survey of leanly staffed foundations, this presentation will review trends in boards and governance, grantmaking practices, investments and compensation, including: Get this information and more in our Foundation Operations... Read More
In this webinar, Gayle Samuelson Carpentier, chief business development officer at TechSoup Global, helps navigate the landscape of donated and discounted technology so you and your grantees can access the many resources available. By taking advantage of programs from industry leaders like Microsoft, Google, Adobe, Cisco, Salesforce, and Intuit, you can help your foundation and... Read More
If you are responsible for your foundation’s investments, then you are a fiduciary, defined as anyone who has the legal responsibility of caring for someone else’s money. In this webinar, learn about the “fiduciary difference” between investment professionals and foundations staff and board members. Find out why it matters to your foundation, your fees, and... Read More