Meaningfully Engaging Next-Generation Adults in Your Family Philanthropy

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Jenna Mulhall-Brereton, Cara Binder-Kopchick, Theo Avery, Nicholas A. Tedesco, Kelly D. Nowlin

One of the most important moments in the life of a family’s philanthropy is when those who are currently managing the efforts formally welcome members of the next generation—or generations—into the work. At any stage this process requires careful planning, but formally doing so when they are adults can be particularly complex. It can come with myriad challenges, but also… Read More

2024 National Forum on Family Philanthropy

Posted on March 12, 2024

Join us in Atlanta, GA (September 18-20, 2024) to explore what is possible when we practice truly effective family philanthropy. Featuring inspirational plenary sessions on broad topics complemented by a wide range of breakout sessions on specific issue areas, practices, and challenges the Forum will be designed to help the family philanthropy community advance their practice and increase their impact… Read More

Save the Date: Fourth Quarter Strategic Lifespan Peer Network

Posted on February 28, 2024

NCFP’s Strategic Lifespan Peer Network is for board members, foundation staff, advisors, and others in the family philanthropy field that are considering or have decided to spend down their assets. It is chaired by Priscilla Enriquez, and Anne Marie Toccket. Meet colleagues in this confidential, safe space while discussing tactics, strategies, and timely questions about limited lifespan foundations. More information… Read More

Save the Date: Fourth Quarter Rural Funders Peer Network

Posted on February 9, 2024

NCFP’s Rural Funders Peer Network, chaired by Erin Borla and Wynn Rosser, provides a space for learning and discussion for philanthropic families and community foundations working in rural areas, including those funding in rural Tribal places. More information about the topic for this event is forthcoming. In the meantime, please save the date on your calendar and we will let you… Read More

Rural Funders Peer Network: Rural Libraries as Community Hubs

Posted on February 9, 2024 by Darryl Tocker, Stephanie Chase, Erin Borla, Wynn Rosser

Rural libraries are more than repositories of books. They are community anchors that are hubs of learning, connection and cultural enrichment. These libraries provide an array of services that cater to people of all ages, backgrounds and socioeconomic status. Young families, school kids and seniors alike are able to access information, educational support, and cultural enrichment, all in safe and inclusive spaces. [1] Libraries in… Read More

Strategic Lifespan Peer Network: Supporting Social Movements: How a Spend Down Foundation Can Make a More Impactful Difference

Posted on February 9, 2024 by Vanessa Silberman, Sharon Yazowski, Anne Marie Toccket, Priscilla Enriquez

What caused the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation to move from gifting 6 to 8 percent of their total assets annually, to a decision to spend down its $150M in assets by 2041? What impact do they hope to make during that time? Join us for a conversation with Sharon Yazowski, CEO, and Vanessa Silberman, Executive Vice President on the… Read More

Save the Date: Fourth Quarter Engaging Youth Peer Network

Posted on February 9, 2024

NCFP’s Engaging Youth Peer Network, co-chaired by Neil Gobioff, Cadence Miller, is a learning and connection space for donors, trustees, and staff members who work at family foundations in NCFP’s member network. This network gathers several times a year to share resources, tools, and strategies for inspiring and engaging youth in family philanthropy. More information about the topic for this… Read More

Engaging Youth Peer Network: Successful Methods for Engaging Youth in Family Philanthropy

Posted on February 7, 2024

While educating and encouraging youth to actively participate in philanthropy can be challenging, it can also be very rewarding. This conversation will center on the success stories of engaging youth. Join us to hear from Craig Kelley of the Kelley Foundation about what strategies and tools have been helpful in involving youth at his foundation. We will also have ample… Read More