Igniting the Spark: Moniker Foundation
Posted on June 22, 2016 by National Center for Family Philanthropy
Three years ago, the Moniker Foundation came to a dramatic juncture in their organizational lifecycle and purpose… Read More
Engaging young adults and the next generation
Igniting the Spark: The Lawrence Welk Family Foundation
Posted on June 20, 2016 by Youth Philanthropy Connect
The Lawrence Welk Family Foundation is located in Santa Monica, California, with family geographically dispersed around the country. The foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations serving children and families living in poverty in three Southern California neighborhoods. In addition, a small portion of its funding goes to nonprofits promoting youth and family philanthropy. This next gen case study describes their… Read More
What are common mistakes family foundations make when trying to engage next gen?
Posted on June 8, 2016 by National Center for Family Philanthropy
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already avoiding Mistake #1: thinking that you’ve got nothing left to learn about next gen engagement. The truth is, getting and keeping people engaged in your foundation’s work can be difficult, regardless of age. But, Biz Ghormley of Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy, Iris Brilliant of Resource Generation, and Mary Galeti of Nexus, sat… Read More
What’s the most effective technology to use when communicating with next gen family members?
Posted on June 8, 2016 by National Center for Family Philanthropy
It’s easy to get stressed out about the ever expanding field of technology. However, with more options comes the opportunity to figure out which communication strategies work best for your family!… Read More
Igniting the Spark: YOUTHadelphia, A program of The Philadelphia Foundation
Posted on February 11, 2016 by Youth Philanthropy Connect
In 2006, The Philadelphia Foundation established YOUTHadelphia to build youth leadership skills by empowering teens to give back to their community. YOUTHadelphia is a unique youth philanthropy model, with a defined focus on mentoring among the cohort of youth, centered around the fact that newer youth are mentored by returning youth committee members… Read More
The Hip Family’s Guide to Happier Holidays
Posted on December 21, 2015 by Lisa Parker
Though this guide has been around for a few years now, the number of requests to share it has grown each Holiday Season. In that time, your once small children and grandchildren have grown older. This expanded edition includes the same great resources for young families along with new insights and opportunities for families with kids of all ages… Read More
A Lost Opportunity: Discussing Donor Intent Before it’s Too Late
Posted on October 21, 2015 by Jason Born
Developing a donor legacy statement can be a difficult and emotional process, especially when the donor knows that his wishes may conflict with those of his heirs… Read More
Next gen fund meeting agenda (Andrus Family Fund)
Posted on July 27, 2015 by Andrus Family Fund
A sample meeting agenda for the Next Gen Fund of the Andrus Family Fund… Read More
Next gen fund RFP (Andrus Family Fund)
Posted on July 27, 2015 by Andrus Family Fund
A sample grants RFP for the Andrus Family Fund’s next generation fund… Read More
Andrus youth service program application
Posted on July 27, 2015 by Andrus Family Fund
A sample application from a family foundation inviting next gen family members who are interested in participating in the family’s formal philanthropy program to share what excites and inspires them to give back to their community. Includes a sample cover letter explaining the overall goals of the youth service program… Read More