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First Sandbox Party Convention Highlights Importance Of Early Childhood Programs

Posted 8/31/10 - CMF NewsWire
Michigan’s first Sandbox Party Convention at MSU’s Breslin Center to highlight and support efforts on behalf of early childhood educational programs drew thousands of attendees along with Michigan’s two gubernatorial candidates. [more...]

New Monitor Institute Report Reveals “What’s Next For Philanthropy”

Posted 8/26/10 - CMF NewsWire
A new report recently released by the Monitor Institute provides insight into the changing landscape for philanthropy in the next decade and identifies tools, strategies and ‘next practices’ for moving the sector forward. [more...]

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  • Partner Highlight: Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) Michigan
    EPIP Michigan is sponsoring a new “Grantmaking Guru” award as part of the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network (YNPN) of Greater Grand Rapids 2010 Leadership Awards. The Grantmaking Guru Award will be presented to an individual who works for or serves on the board of a foundation and whose work demonstrates a dedication to thoughtful community investments and meaningful partnerships between West Michigan's nonprofit organizations and foundations. The recipient will be someone whose work extends well beyond the office as an "on the ground" grantmaker, community advocate and engaged citizen. EPIP-MI is proud to partner with YNPN.GR to highlight the amazing work of young professionals in the philanthropic field.

    To nominate a young leader click here.

    Awards will be presented at the Young Nonprofit Processionals Network of Grand Rapids Leadership Awards on October 28, 2010 at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Click here to order tickets.

  • Transforming MI Philanthropy Through Diversity and Inclusion
    Transforming MI Philanthropy Through Diversity and Inclusion (TMP) is a six-year initiative (2008-2013) designed to increase the effectiveness of organized philanthropy in Michigan.

    Over the past 25 years, organized philanthropy has examined and debated the rationale for diversity and inclusion in response to: changing demographics of our nation and the communities served by foundations; recognition of the connection between understanding the unique perspectives of those communities and effective strategies for addressing their needs; pressure from Congress and the media for greater accountability and transparency; and encouragement and support from infrastructure organizations such as CMF. [more...]

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