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07
Jul
2016
Service for Impact
Thursday, July 7, 2016 -
9:00am to 11:00am
Strategic volunteerism is a critical component of how corporations harness the time and talent of employees at all levels to support nonprofit partners and meet true community needs.
18
Mar
2016
The Global Goals in New York City
Friday, March 18, 2016 -
9:00am to 2:00pm
As American philanthropy grapples with local challenges, how do our solutions and experiences link to challenges elsewhere around the globe?
09
Jun
2016
"The Trans List" - A Special Film Sneak Preview
Thursday, June 9, 2016 -
5:00pm to 8:00pm
Today, the transgender community is more visible than ever—yet many Americans struggle to understand what it means to be transgender. And as the community fights to secure rights and recognition, transgender people still face deep discrimination and...
15
Jun
2016
CFF Annual Gathering
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 -
5:00pm to 7:00pm
Join us at the CFF Annual Gathering to celebrate another year of organizing funders to transform our regional food system!
16
Jun
2016
Making Big Bets for Big Results - Webinar
Thursday, June 16, 2016 -
2:00pm to 3:30pm
Bridgespan research reveals that 80% of the biggest donors aim for dramatic social change with their giving, yet only 20% of the biggest gifts (for research purposes, identified at $10M or above) over the past decade plus have gone to such causes.
14
Jul
2016
Social Movements for Good: Family Philanthropy Fuels Change - Webinar
Thursday, July 14, 2016 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Social movements are at the core of society -- raising awareness about issues and providing a voice for those that are often not heard.
27
Jul
2016
Planning a Meeting? The Do’s and Don’ts - Webinar
Wednesday, July 27, 2016 -
1:00pm to 2:00pm
Do you ever wonder who plans the meetings or convenings that you attend? Have you been tasked to plan one?
Rockefeller Brothers Fund Welcomes New Trustees to its Board
Release Date:
07/15/2016
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund has elected several new members to its board of trustees. Jennifer Nolan was elected to the board in March, and she is joined by Ambassador Ryan Crocker, Heather McGhee, Miranda Kaiser, and Wyatt Rockefeller, who were...
11
Aug
2016
Family Philanthropy and Media Perceptions - Webinar
Thursday, August 11, 2016 -
2:00pm to 3:30pm
Family foundations are passionate and dedicated to improving their communities and leading conversations that will help advance their missions.
What Makes for an Effective Program Officer?
Release Date:
12/08/2016
Essential Skills and Strategies (ESS): Tools and Techniques for Effective Practice is an intensive peer learning program we offer each January to program officers and directors newer to the philanthropic sector
18
Jan
2017
Homeownership and the Racial Wealth Gap – Webinar
Wednesday, January 18, 2017 -
1:00pm to 2:00pm
As the movement to understand and address income inequality gains momentum, policymakers, practitioners, and funders face the challenge of confronting growing wealth gaps by race and ethnicity.
Longtime Director June Makela Steps Down as Lorraine Marasigan Promoted to Lead the Norman Foundation
Release Date:
12/12/2016
June Makela, who has led the Norman Foundation since 2000, will step down at the end of December. Lorraine Marasigan, who joined the foundation in 2013 and is currently serving as program officer, has been promoted to the director position.
12
Jan
2017
Family Philanthropy Stories- Capture the Legacy of your Giving with NCFP and The History Project- Webinar
Thursday, January 12, 2017 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
Why, in 2017, are we still relying on grandma’s photo albums and poorly scanned Facebook uploads to preserve our family histories?
16
Feb
2017
Spark Session: Readying Your Community Foundation to Serve Philanthropic Families - Webinar
Thursday, February 16, 2017 -
2:00pm to 3:00pm
You’ve successfully attracted Donor-Advised Funds and developed solid relationships with those founding donors. But now they’re asking for help with tougher issues such as preparing heirs to be responsible givers, dealing with geographic dispersion...
11
May
2017
Balancing Family Privacy and Public Trust: Transparency in Family Philanthropy - Webinar
Thursday, May 11, 2017 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
While transparency is an important value in principle, what do you do when your foundation’s privacy is also your family’s privacy? How do we balance the need for public accountability with a family’s right to privacy?
08
Jun
2017
21st Century Philanthropic Pipelines for Twentysomethings - Webinar
Thursday, June 8, 2017 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
How do we inspire and prepare the best generation of philanthropic leaders for the field and for our family work?
13
Jul
2017
Mission Investing: Resources and Advice for Family Philanthropy - Webinar
Thursday, July 13, 2017 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
While mission investing is a trend that’s sweeping the field, families may face a variety of unexpected challenges when implementing a mission (or impact) investment strategy. This webinar will highlight family philanthropists sharing insights on...
14
Sep
2017
The First Year in the Life of a New Executive Director - Webinar
Thursday, September 14, 2017 -
12:00pm to 1:30pm
How can your board develop a transition plan to maximize your new executive director’s prospects for success?
12
Jul
2017
Service for Impact
Wednesday, July 12, 2017 -
9:00am to 11:00am
As the workforce continues to change, it is shaping how volunteer opportunities are delivered and perceived in the workplace. Companies are evolving their corporate volunteerism strategies to meet varying needs. From the greying of the workforce,...
