New CF Executive Directors
Welcome Packet
Peer Communities
IPA Peer Communities offer members ongoing opportunities to connect and learn with their peers who share similar job responsibilities either regionally or statewide. Members are connected through listserv discussions, virtual meet-ups, and in-person convenings.
Listservs
IPA and GIFT listservs are online communities that provide an interactive forum for members to engage with their peers through group e-mails where they can share ideas, ask questions, and learn from each other. Contact Julie Markland if you would like to join a listserv.
Community Foundation Directory
Connect with colleagues across the state.
e-booklets
GIFT works with EDS, a firm specializing in marketing planned giving, to provide you with 32 e-booklets on planned giving. Please note, the e-booklets may not be posted to your foundation’s website.
Foundation Legal Help Desk (optional service)
IPA operates an optional fee-based service, the Foundation Legal Help Desk. Through a web- portal subscribers have direct access to an attorney for quick answers to legal questions.
Member Discounts
Grantmaker Salary, Benefits, & Demographics Reports
Resource for members only
IPA has released its 2024 Midwest and Indiana Grantmaker Salary, Benefits, and Demographics Reports.
Philanthropy Day and Community Foundation Week Communication Toolkit
Resource for members only
We hope you will choose to be active in celebrating National Philanthropy Day and Community Foundation Week.
GIFT Snapshot Reports
Resource for members only
IPA's GIFT Annual Snapshot Report provides essential information on Indiana’s community foundations to inform the GIFT Technical Assistance Program work, advocate for the sector, and share information with peers.
Debunking Myths and Removing Barriers to Equitable Change
Resource for members only
Learn how to debunk common myths that could hinder how your foundation advances equity.
Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship (LECS) Sample Interview Questions
Resource for members only
Sample interview questions compiled by the Scholarship Peer Community that are used for Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships (LECS).
Using Peacebuilding to Improve Funder-Nonprofit Collaboration
Resource for members only
In this workshop, we'll explore how conflict resolution can help us better understand the dynamics of philanthropy and enhance our work with grant partners, boosting the potential of our efforts.
Navigating Scholarships & Grants to Individuals
This document is a reference tool for those considering establishing a scholarship program or other grantmaking program that benefits individuals.
Guide to Fiscal Stewardship: Preventing & Mitigating Financial Mismanagement & Fraud
This resource is intended to explore frequently asked questions involved in preventing and managing through challenging operational and grantmaking situations, primarily around situations of financial mismanagement and fraud.
FAQs About Grantmaking
This resource provides guidance for foundations on making grants to a variety of institution types, as well as grants to individuals.
Impact Investing Fundamentals
Resource for members only
Explore impact investing fundamentals in this webinar tailored to serve both staff and board members.
A variety of nationally-recognized organizations offer in-depth and topic-specific information. The GIFT team recommends these external resources.
Community Foundation staff throughout our state and the US have found value joining.
Catalyst: Organizational Change
12/05/2024
$60.00
Product email content:
Thank you for registering for Catalyst: Organizational Change.
More information about preparing for the module will be sent closer to the program date. For now, please mark these dates on your calendar and make any necessary travel arrangements for the in-person program.
Dates
Pre-work Webinar: November 20, 2024 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm ET via Zoom: https://inphilanthropy.zoom.us/j/87896739116
In-person Module: December 5, 2024 from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm ET at MADE @ Plainfield | 1610 Reeves Rd, Plainfield, IN 46168
Optional Follow-Up Check-in Call: January 7, 2025 from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET via Zoom https://inphilanthropy.zoom.us/j/87351556418
Questions
If you have any questions regarding this event please reach out to JoAnna Ness, Director of GIFT Programs.
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New Registration Confirmation | Catalyst: Organizational Change
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Advanced Finance Deep Dive Day
02/13/2025
National Community Foundation Boot Camp
02/26/2025
$399.00
Product email content:
Thank you for registering for IPA's National Community Foundation Boot Camp. Workshop materials will be shared with you as we move closer to the event.
All sessions can be accessed by using the same meeting link shown below. Meeting links may NOT be shared with non-registrants without express permission from IPA. Recordings will be shared with all participants. If you have questions about this program, please reach out to info@inphilanthropy.org.
Join Meeting: https://inphilanthropy.zoom.us/j/3176305200
Schedule
Wednesday, February 26
10:30-1:00 PM ET – Overview + Governance
2:00-4:00 PM ET – Fund Management
Thursday, February 27
10:30-12:30 PM ET – Asset Development
2:00-4:00 PM ET – Finance and Investments
Friday, February 28
10:30-12:30 PM ET – Grants and Community Leadership
2:00-4:00 PM ET – Sustainability + Community Foundation Lifecycles
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Indiana Community Foundation Boot Camp
03/11/2025