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NCFP’s Peer Networks are small group virtual learning conversations focused on a particular topic. Sessions are held several times a year via video chat.

Joining a peer network can help you connect with others facing similar challenges and successes. Sessions are not recorded to make space to allow you to explore ideas off the record with colleagues.

The Non-family Staff Peer Network is available exclusively to our Friends of the Family Network. Engaging Youth Peer Network is available to all NCFP annual supporters. Thanks to special funding, the Strategic Lifespan Peer Network is open to the field at large.

View the upcoming peer network events here.

Questions? Contact NCFP Program Director Katherine Scott at katherine@ncfp.org.

Engaging Youth Peer Network

This group of adult family members, staff, and volunteers gathers several times a year to share resources, tools, and strategies for inspiring and engaging youth.

Chaired by:
Neil Gobioff, President, Gobioff Foundation
Michelle Knapik, President, Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation

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Non-family Staff Peer Network

Join your peers (senior level non-family staff) for quarterly video chats. This time is peer-directed, with NCFP staff and other outside experts serving as resources. Join and build a network of colleagues facing the unique challenges, complications, and joys that are inherent in this role.

Chaired by:
Denise Porche, Executive Director, Island Foundation
Steve Toben, President, Flora Family Foundation
Kim Wright, Executive Director, Stolte Family Foundation

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Strategic Lifespan Peer Network

Join this special peer group of family givers and those who support them. Many in this group have decided to operate with a limited lifespan. Others are thinking about the decision to spend down. Meet colleagues in this confidential, safe space, while discussing tactics, strategies, and timely questions.

Thanks to special funding, this network is available to the entire field.

Chaired by:
Barbara Kibbe, Director of Effectiveness, S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation
Lois Mitchell, Consultant; Past President, Orfalea Foundation

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