Events Calendar

Gather for an informal discussion on current topics, issues and opportunities for non-family staff of family foundations.

How do you engage your peers across departments in your organization’s communications? Share, learn and enjoy during this lively ComMotion Network discussion.

First of two webinars about the Communities for a Lifetime movement and how philanthropy can support age and ability friendly communities.

We will discuss the importance of the CEO in moving the needle on equity in philanthropy and present MCF's Diversity & Inclusion Action Kit as a practical application for foundations.

First of two webinars about the Communities for a Lifetime movement and how philanthropy can support age and ability friendly communities.

An understanding of the nonprofit life cycle can help funders determine the capacity of organizations they support and put grant requests in context. Part of MCF’s Effective Grantmaking Series.

Join the Grant Managers Network for a demo of MicroEdge’s new GIFTS Alta platform followed by an overview and demo of Blueprint.  

The Center for Disaster Philanthropy and leaders of family foundations experienced in disaster recovery will provide tips and proactive strategies for family foundations of all sizes.

This annual convening honors the legacy of Nancy Latimer and brings colleagues together to discuss critical issues affecting children, youth and families.

An advanced workshop about legal issues for grantmakers. Sign up and submit your questions for discussion at the program. Part of MCF’s Effective Grantmaking Series.

What expectations are realistic when evaluating the value of the arts? This session will provide answers and help you devise program guidelines, review criteria and reporting requirements for grantees. 

Join this conversation with former board chairs of the National Center for Family Philanthropy as they discuss issues, challenges and breakthroughs in family philanthropy.

Gather for an informal discussion on current topics, issues and opportunities for non-family staff of family foundations.

Join your family foundation colleagues for this National Center for Family Philanthropy webinar.

Join the Grants Managers Network for a meeting focused on tools and resources available via the GMN Website. Learn how to best use the online discussion board and much more.

Learn about the most important numbers on grantee financial statements and how your new understanding can inform your proposal review process. Part of MCF’s Effective Grantmaking Series.

Learn the before, during and after steps to measuring impact and delivering results in the community. Part of MCF’s Effective Grantmaking Series.

Re-examine your funding and evaluation resource allocations through a framework of multiple impact criteria. Part of MCF’s Effective Grantmaking Series.

Learn effective research strategies, hone your proposal writing skills, and hear first-hand insights from a panel of prominent grantmakers.