GIFT Technical Assistance

GIFT offers retreats, cohorts, and a dedicated email listserv exclusive to Indiana community foundation executive directors, presidents, or CEOs to problem solve, share best practices, crowdsource new ideas, and stay connected with colleagues.

Questions? Contact GIFT Program Manager Lauren Daeger at ldaeger@inphilanthropy.org.

Leadership Retreat

Annual retreats bring together community foundation leaders for three days of inspiration and deep connection. These energizing events offer valuable peer exchange in a relaxed, retreat-style setting.

2025 Retreat

GIFT Email Listserv

The GIFT listserv is a private communications channel where Indiana community foundation executives crowdsource ideas and stay informed on key updates.

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Asset-Sized Groups

Quarterly asset-sized peer groups offer a space for leaders to exchange insights with colleagues facing similar opportunities and challenges based on the size of their foundation. Each group meets virtually and is designed for candid dialogue and shared solutions.

• Under $30 Million in Assets
• $30-$60 Million in Assets
• Over $60 Million in Assets

The CF VP cohort includes community foundation staff serving in a vice president role, including associate directors. Meetings include quarterly virtual calls and an annual retreat. 

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