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Why Reflective Practices for Philanthropy?

06/05/2018

Jan Jaffe | In philanthropy, we have two big jobs.
The first is to build deep knowledge about the "what" of the work that we are supporting. It might be human rights, housing reform or having a vibrant arts community in a specific place. We stay current with new knowledge, find networks for ongoing learning, and work to build expertise.
The second job is to put that expertise into play – "the how" of the work. How do we nurture generative thinking when there are power differentials? How do we collaborate with partners who have different perspectives? How do we introduce or sustain diversity, equity and inclusion inside a foundation or a field? more »

Rasmuson Foundation Announces $7.6M in Grants

07/16/2015

The Rasmuson Foundation, whose mission is "to promote a better life for all Alaskans," has announced $7.6 million in grants and initiatives. This includes a five-year renewal of Pick.Click.Give., supporting The Alaska Community Foundation in its delivery of statewide marketing and coordination of the statewide giving program. more »

Oct
22

Vision and Voice: The Role of Leadership and Dialogue in Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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October 22, 2014, 10:00am PDT
Webinar

The Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers is pleased to co-sponsor a new webinar series in partnership with the D5 Coalition, a five-year effort to advance philanthropy’s diversity, equity and inclusiveness. In this session, Philanthropy Northwest will share its findings from a research study that explored the complex factors and opportunities that foundation leaders navigate to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in their foundations. Foundation executives that participated in a peer learning cohort as part of this study will reflect on their experiences and share their own lessons learned for colleagues and the field.

Apr
20-21

Foraker 2015 Leadership Summit

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April 20, 2015 (All day) to April 21, 2015 (All day)
Anchorage, Alaska

For nonprofit leaders – both board and staff – leading through periods of change can be challenging. This year The Foraker Group will examine various aspects of change as the subject of its Leadership Summit, which will be held April 20-21 at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage. The theme of the conference is "Transform. Create. Lead: As a sector – As organizations – As individual leaders."

Jan
20

Staying Legal: The Pension Protection Act

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January 20, 2016,
1:00pm to 3:00pm
EST
Webinar

The Pension Protection Act of 2006 (PPA) created many changes in the administration of donor advised and scholarship funds. It is essential that any community foundation involved in these activities have a thorough understanding of the Pension Protection Act and its implications for fund management. This webinar explains the ins and outs of what you need to know to stay compliant with the PPA.

Mar
30

The Power of Blogging and Thought Leadership for Nonprofits

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March 30, 2016,
11:30am to 1:00pm
PDT
Online

Do you use social media effectively and efficiently to increase engagement with your organization? This free webinar, hosted by Washington Nonprofits, can help you learn how to use blogging and social media tools to increase your constituency base from the experts at Firespring. You will learn how to create awareness for your mission and encourage engagement with your organization.

Apr
3-4

The 2017 Foraker Leadership Summit

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April 3, 2017 (All day) to April 4, 2017 (All day)
Anchorage, AK

Alaska nonprofits, like others around the country, face funding cuts from government and other threats to their sustainability. This year’s conference will take a fresh look at how organizations can increase their resiliency and take steps to assure they can successfully carry out their missions. The event takes place April 3-4, at the Hotel Captain Cook in Anchorage.

The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond

Publication date: 
03/2017

The People’s Institute for Survival and Beyond is a collective of anti-racist community organizers and educators committed to building an anti-racist movement. Founded in 1980 by Ronald Chisom and Jim Dunn, the organization's national office is based in New Orleans, Louisiana.

The People’s Institute Northwest supports and coordinates Undoing Institutional Racism (UIR) workshops as well as providing technical assistance and organizing support to community based organizations, educators, social service agencies, government, faith based organizations, prisoner organizations, coalitions for social change, and youth groups.

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