Events & Webinars | Community Foundations Network

Save the Date: Fourth Quarter Community Foundations Network Program

December 4, 2025
NCFP Community Foundations Family Philanthropy Network quarterly programs offer a space for shared learning on family philanthropy basics, discussion on emerging trends and tools, and regular time for peer connection. 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 know when registration is open. Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-Family Staff Peer Network: How to Have Conversations About Civic Engagement

October 9, 2025 | Clare Butterfield
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
Events & Webinars | Community Foundations Network

Community Foundations Network: Strategies for Engaging the Next Generation of Youth

June 26, 2025 | Annie Hurwitz
Join us for a peer-to-peer conversation led by the Greater Houston Community Foundation (GHCF) about ways to engage youth at your community foundation. Hear how GHCF is approaching this work and what tools and strategies have worked to reach and increase youth involvement. Following the brief presentation, we will convene breakout groups to allow you to share your own experiences Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Non-Family Staff Peer Network: Unpacking the Trends Report for Family Philanthropy CEOs

June 5, 2025 | Jason Born
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
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Community Foundations Network: How Community Foundations Can Use the Bold Solutions Network to Identify Funding Opportunities

April 10, 2025 | Emma Poole, Karen Minkel
The Bold Solutions Network connects funders with high-impact proposals which are vetted through open calls by Lever for Change (LFC). Join us to hear from Karen Minkel and Emma Pool of Lever for Change on how community foundations can use the Bold Solutions Network to identify funding opportunities in their service areas. They will discuss the 2023 Yield Giving Open Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Board Chair Peer Network: Beyond the Family: Engaging Community Trustees

December 9, 2025
More information about the topic for this event is forthcoming. The NCFP Board Chair Peer Network, chaired by Liz Bonner and Nicole Seawell, provides a space for board chairs to share best practices, address challenges, and connect with colleagues. If you are not yet a member of the Board Chair Peer Network, you may join here. Read More
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Board Chair Peer Network: Planning and Navigating Successful Transitions

Generational transitions are important but complex moments in the life of a family philanthropy. Without thoughtful planning, they can lead to miscommunication and possible conflict. When approached well, however, they can bring great personal meaning and move a family closer to achieving the positive changes they seek in our world. Join us to hear from peers who, as board chairs, Read More
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Board Chair Peer Network: Navigating Change in Partnership and Community

As philanthropy navigates an uncertain and changing landscape, it’s important to draw on the expertise and experience of peers to explore how family donors continue to effectively support their communities. Whether acting in solidarity with nonprofit partners, mobilizing additional resources, or seeking opportunities to support big new ideas, family philanthropies have the power, influence, and the ability to move nimbly Read More
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Board Chair Peer Network: Collaborative Leadership: Building a Successful Board Chair-CEO Partnership

The success of a family philanthropy depends greatly on a strong relationship between its board chair and executive leader. These relationships are vital to creating a positive organizational culture, for navigating challenges, and guiding the organization through periods of change. Join this session to hear from experienced board chairs and executive leaders on how they built and evolved their relationships. Read More
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Non-Family Staff Peer Network: Deploying Effective Strategies and Tools During Times of Crisis

April 24, 2025 | Ambar Cristina Hanson
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