Resources

Webinar Recording
Taking Steps to Increase Your Impact

September 29, 2017 Laura McHugh / Grantmaking, Impact and Evaluation

We all want to have impact with our philanthropy—or, in simpler terms, make a real difference. Wanting impact, however, doesn’t mean it can happen immediately. In this program we explored how Exponent Philanthropy’s 10-Minute Impact Assessment can help you navigate the noble but complex goal of increasing your impact. Use its straightforward framework to begin to identify... Read More

Webinar Recording
Navigating the World of Donated and Discounted Technology

September 29, 2017 Laura McHugh /

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

Webinar Recording
Making the Most of Your Giving

September 29, 2017 Laura McHugh / Grantmaking, Impact and Evaluation

Make no mistake, money is far from your only asset as a funder. You have a host of additional resources at your disposal, including your reputation, voice, time, connections, and knowledge about community needs. During this webinar, experts from Exponent Philanthropy and Wells Fargo discussed opportunities to maximize the impact of their dollar and non-dollar... Read More

Webinar Recording
Leveraging Media to Advance Your Philanthropic Goals

September 29, 2017 Laura McHugh / Administration, Impact and Evaluation

Funders of all types and sizes are using strategic communications to advance their philanthropic goals, especially in today’s world that demands increasing transparency. This webinar addressed how thoughtful and strategic media engagement can amplify the impact of your philanthropy and offered tips for engaging media using Exponent Philanthropy’s new Media Toolkit as a guide. Speakers: Rob DiLeonardi, executive... Read More

Webinar Recording
Leadership Succession

September 29, 2017 Laura McHugh / Boards and Governance

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

Webinar Recording
Jargon and Gibberish: Understanding the Essentials of Investing

September 29, 2017 Laura McHugh / Investments

To meet fiduciary responsibilities, it is important that board and committee members understand investment basics and what they mean to the organization. Through this webinar, board, staff, and committee members can review investment terminology, enhance their general knowledge of investments, and learn how investments impact the organizations they serve. Speaker: John Church, CFA, senior portfolio... Read More