Blog | Effective Family Philanthropy in Action

Declining Applications and Inquiries: How Funders Can Do Better

March 6, 2024 | Peter Marks
Peter Marks, executive director of The L.B. Research and Education Foundation, received positive feedback from grant seekers who were not selected to move forward in the foundation’s application process. The feedback affirmed Peter’s own experience as a nonprofit grantseeker: funders often fail to provide helpful information in their declination letters. Here, Peter shares a template for other funders to employ. Read More

Philanthropy Associate

March 6, 2024
Rosewood Family Advisors (RFA) is a multi-family office whose mission is to provide exceptional client service and advice. Our professionals help ultra-high net worth clients define and meet their goals by providing a diverse range of family office services including tax compliance, bill pay and expense management, philanthropic advising, and estate planning. RFA is looking for a Philanthropy Associate to Read More

Director of Learning and Impact

March 5, 2024
The Ceres Foundation is in an exciting period of growth as we continue to expand our grantmaking portfolio. We’re seeking an experienced data and evaluation leader with outstanding strategic, facilitation, and relational skills to serve as the inaugural Director of Learning and Impact. This position will work closely with the Executive Director to help design and implement a comprehensive, integrated, Read More

Director of Communications and Donor Engagement

March 4, 2024
The Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation is looking for a full-time Director of Communications and Donor Engagement (DCDE). The DCDE is the key storyteller for the Community Foundation to multiple audiences. This leadership position will develop and lead a comprehensive communications and development plan to meet the Mission, Strategic Plan and growth of the Community Foundation. Read More

Program and Data Associate

February 29, 2024
Maryland Philanthropy Network seeks a Program and Data Associate to support the development and implementation of high-quality learning programs, groups and collaborative activities and meetings by providing logistical coordination, project management, data collection and analysis. This position reports to MPN’s Vice President of Programs and Engagement and supports work with multiple staff to strengthen and execute impactful programming and resources. Read More

Associate Director of Program and Operations

February 29, 2024
As Woka’s second paid staff position, the Associate Director of Program and Operations will have a unique opportunity to shape day-to-day operations and contribute to strategic plans for future growth for a nimble foundation dedicated to making a decisive impact on mitigating climate change. The new position will report to the Director of Operations and Strategy and work closely with Read More

Sunya Musawwir

February 28, 2024
Sunya Musawwir is the Manager of Finance & Operations at the National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP). She is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience within the nonprofit sector. With a strong foundation in financial management, strategic planning, and operational efficiency, she has a demonstrated track record of success in driving organizational growth and sustainability. Sunya combines Read More

Denis Pierce

February 28, 2024
Denis Pierce spent his career as an attorney in Chicago, forming Pierce & Associates in 1975. After 41 years, P&A combined with McCalla Raymer, now known as McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, and Denis has since retired from the firm . Denis and his wife, Martha, established the Pierce Family Charitable Foundation in December 2007, giving the first grant in early Read More
Events & Webinars | Peer Networks

Save the Date: Fourth Quarter Strategic Lifespan Peer Network

November 19, 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

Program Director, Health & Human Services

February 27, 2024
Crown Family Philanthropies (CFP or the Foundation) seeks a Program Director to oversee strategic development and program execution for its Health and Human Services (HHS) Program. Reporting to the CFP President and serving alongside other Foundation leaders, the Director will manage the HHS Program team, including a Senior Program Analyst and Program/Data Analyst. CFP’s HHS Program portfolio is guided by Read More