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Session #2: Unrestricted Funding, Doing the Homework, Streamlined Paperwork
Tuesday, July 20, 2021 - 1:00pm
This session is the second in a three-part series on the values and practices of what it means to be a trust-based grantmaker, developed for Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania members, in partnership with The Trust-Based Philanthropy Project.
Member Spotlight: Opportunity Fund
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
The Opportunity Fund was established by Gerri Kay, a longtime supporter of social justice and the arts in the Pittsburgh community. GWP checked in with Jake Goodman, Executive Director, to see what the Fund is working on and how it is honoring Gerri’s legacy in our community. Below are Jake’s replies.
Program Resources: GWP Funder Briefing: Census 2020 Update
Resources from GWP Funder Briefing: Census 2020 Update, 02/12/2020
Program Resources: GWP Grants Managers Learning Network: 10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Grantmaking Practices
Resources from Grants Managers Learning Network Session: 10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Grantmaking Practices on 06/18/2020
Program Resources: Advancing Equitable and Adequate School Funding in PA
Program Resources from: Advancing Equitable and Adequate School Funding in PA on 6-23-2021
National Standards for Community Foundations
The National Standards were developed by a group of community foundation practitioners (
POISE Foundation Will Manage National NAACP Scholarship Program
Monday, February 3, 2014
NAACP National Education Program has tapped POISE Foundation to partner in the management of its National Scholarship Program.
Funding Advocacy: The Why, How, Do’s and Don’ts
Thursday, September 4, 2014 - 8:30am
Join GWP for this engaging session with Abby Levine, Legal Director of Bolder Advocacy with the Alliance for Justice. Abby will be joined by Carolyn Duronio, Partner at Reed Smith and an expert on exempt organizations including public charities, private foundations, and trade associations. Together, they will explore a range of issues critical to funders interested in engaging in the important work of advocacy.
Grantmaking Fundamentals
Tuesday, June 6, 2017 - 8:00am
... Detailed Agenda and Registration available at: www.abagrantmakers.org/event/2017fundamentals Cost $100 ABAG and other ...
Measuring Your Giving ROI: Demonstrating Results, Sharing Impact
Wednesday, June 28, 2017 - 1:00pm
Like other areas of business, leaders responsible for philanthropic investments and employee volunteering want to demonstrate their value-add to the company.
Tri-State CF Partnership Webinar: Public Policy Issues for Donor-Advised Funds
Wednesday, January 17, 2018 - 1:00pm
Policy changes for DAFs can mean important changes to a community foundation's operations. Join us for this webinar as we share what you need to know to align with changing policies.
Financial Empowerment Centers To Provide Free Financial Advice
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
... about Advantage Credit Counseling Service, Inc: https://www.advantageccs.org/pa-home Financial Empowerment Centers To Provide Free ...
Webinar: Investing In Change - Supporting Advocacy And Policy Work
Thursday, March 28, 2019 - 2:00pm
Funders Together is partnering with Alliance for Justice to answer questions about funding advocacy, grantees that lobby, how to educate Congress on housing and homelessness and many more!
Drive Equity: Collecting and Using Demographic Data
Tuesday, July 7, 2020 - 10:00am
Join GWP and PEAK Grantmaking for the session- Drive Equity: Collecting and Using Demographic Data
Trust-Based Philanthropy and Corporate Social Responsibility
Thursday, January 13, 2022 - 2:00pm
Join us for this session where we will explore the compatibility of trust-based philanthropy and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
NCFP Webinar: International Grantmaking- Navigating the Challenges of Legal and Regulatory Barriers
Wednesday, July 12, 2023 - 12:00pm
Join this webinar to learn how to support foreign grantees while managing risk, complying with the regulations governing this work, and protecting your reputation as a funder when working in foreign contexts.
After The “Fiscal Cliff”
Monday, January 7, 2013
What does the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 mean for the nonprofit sector and philanthropy? Below are the main provisions affecting charitable giving:
Using Trust-Based Values to Transform Your Grantmaking (TBP in 4-D Session #1)
Thursday, February 3, 2022 - 1:00pm
Join us for the first in a four-part webinar series, Trust-Based Philanthropy in 4-D. Participants can expect to walk away with a clear understanding of what it means to be a values-aligned grantmaker, persuasive talking points to help engage staff and boards, and concrete steps they can take toward operationalizing trust-based grantmaking practices.