94 Results for “non family staff Peer Network”

Philanthropy often has a role to play in promoting civic engagement, particularly in times of crisis. Determining what your foundation’s specific role within the philanthropic and social sector should be, however, can be complex and requires healthy and thoughtful internal communication. Learn how you can contribute to respectful conversations with your board and staff about the value of supporting civic Read More

Join us for a CEO-focused discussion about our latest Trends 2025 report. Jason Born, senior director of knowledge at NCFP, will provide an overview of the report and highlight findings that are particularly relevant for CEOs. We will provide time for breakouts based on funding areas to foster thoughtful reflection and to discuss the implications these findings have for the Read More

As organizations face operational challenges due to rapidly changing policy and executive orders, funders are adapting their grantmaking practices to provide meaningful support in an efficient and in a timely manner. Hear from Ambar Hanson, executive director of the Mortenson Family Foundation, about the approaches the foundation is using to respond to their grantees. Specifically, Ambar will highlight how the Read More

Staff leaders at family philanthropies have the rewarding and challenging position of managing the expectations of their boards and their teams. How can staff leaders meet the expectations of both board members and staff members in their work and when do they need to make compromises? What approaches and tools support effective relationships between board and staff members? Hear from Read More

Join fellow non-family staff members to learn about an effective, inspiring nonprofit model and approaches to building meaningful and trusting relationships with the grantees and communities with whom you partner. Dr. Russell Booker, CEO of Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM), will share the ways that SAM is supporting economic mobility and academic achievement in local communities. Hear about how SAM has Read More

Engaging a consultant with the expertise you need can be critical to extending your impact. Knowing when, where, and how to use a consultant is often challenging. Join Julianna Cagle, president of The Goizueta Foundation, and Kaky Grant of Grant Philanthropy as they share the impetus and process for working together and lessons learned. Following the presentation, join your peers Read More