Essential Skills & Strategies for New Grantmakers

Register now for this 2-day introduction to philanthropy and grantmaking designed for staff and trustees with up to two years experience in a community, corporate, family or independent foundation or those looking for a refresher. Gain the knowledge, insight, skills and tools you need to be effective in your work.

This course will cover the following module topics:

• Being Grounded in Philanthropy
• Navigating Legal and Ethical Issues 
• Making Sound Funding Decisions 
• Communicating Funding Recommendations and Decisions 
• Managing the Grant Portfolio 
• Maximizing Grant Impact 
• Managing Personal & Professional Changes

The schedule will be: Thursday, October 25th from 9am to 5pm and Friday, October 26th from 9am to 4:30pm

Hotel accommodations can be made at the Holiday Inn Express Detroit Downtown by calling 313-887-7000, cost is $145.00 per night.  The Inn is located at 1020 Washington Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226 and is approximately a 2minute walk to the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.

Speakers
Dione Alexander, Vice President, National Capital Asset Development, Nonprofit Finance Fund
Tonya Allen, Vice President, Program & Chief Operating Officer, The Skillman Foundation
Robert Collier, President & CEO, Council of Michigan Foundations
Vicki Rosenberg, Principal, Vicki Rosenberg & Associates LLC
Elizabeth Sullivan, Vice President of Community Investment, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Individuals with up to 2 years experience in a community, corporate, family or independent foundation.

COST

Members: $350.00
Non-Members: $475.00

Cancellation Fee: $50.00 if cancelled on or before October 18, 2012. No refunds after October 18, 2012

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions, please contact Chris Stallworth via email or call 616-850-2124