Considerations for Foundations in Times of Disaster
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Understand how your organization can best support your community when disaster strikes.
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Performance Reviews
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This page contains resources, best practices, and performance review templates.
Lessons Learned: Funding School-Based Substance Use Prevention Programs & Mental Health Initiatives
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Guidance for funders interested in awarding grants to schools seeking to implement substance use prevention and mental health programs.
Managing Executive Pay in Today’s Family Foundation Environment
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This session addresses challenges in compensation where questions most arise, such as how to determine disqualified persons and reasonableness for foundation executives, including family members.
Telling Your Story
Struggling to articulate the great work you're doing? Award-winning consultant and executive trainer, Michael Marker, guides you through the critical first step of understanding your message and audience. He'll help you lay the foundation for impactful communication.
Date & Time:
07/26/2023 - 10:00am
Roundtable Session Three
In LOCUST 2:
Exploring Community Polarization and Seeking Common Ground
Facilitated by: Mark Baird, Executive Director, Tipton County Foundation
A thought-provoking discussion delving into the causes and consequences of community polarization and finding solutions to foster unity and understanding.
Date & Time:
08/07/2023 -
2:00pm to 2:45pm
Roundtable Session Two
In LOCUST 2:
Real World Challenges and Ethics in Asset Development and Grantmaking
Facilitated by: Bill Barnes, President & CEO, Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County
How do ethics apply to challenging situations we all face, but rarely discuss, like working with a grieving donor hours after the loss of a relative.
Date & Time:
08/07/2023 -
11:45am to 12:30pm
Roundtable Session One
In LOCUST 2:
Women in Leadership
Facilitated by: Mary Gibble, President/CEO, Community Foundation of Hancock County
Holding a seat at the table and working in male-dominated space.
Smooth Sailing Ahead: Navigating Troublesome Waters - Handling Problematic Board Members without Walking the Plank
Facilitated by: Tami Wenning, Executive Director, Decatur County Community Foundation
Date & Time:
08/07/2023 -
10:45am to 11:30am
USDA Food & Nutrition Security Relevant Links
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USDA resources to advance food and nutrition security.
Stakeholder Engagement with CFLeads
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Tips, Tools and Tactics for Successful Community Convening
Self Dealing and Conflicts of Interest: Addressing Key Questions for Foundations
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CMF Experts in Residence address frequent questions about self-dealing, conflicts of interest, and other policies that foundations can use to remain compliant and avoid situations that could risk the organization’s reputation in the community.