Workshop

Grantmaking 101

When: 
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 9:00am to Wednesday, May 22, 2024 - 3:30pm EDT
Where: 
Indianapolis, IN
Barnes & Thornburg, 11 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Cost: 
Members: $200.00
Non-Members: $400.00
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Informing the Context for Philanthropic Work

Grantmaking 101 is a two-day course that helps staff and board members new to philanthropy better understand the sector. This interactive course will present a historical overview of philanthropy, review a foundation's leadership and governance structure, provide an overview of grantmaking practices, explore the various roles within philanthropy, and touch on emerging trends.

This program will be limited to 15 participants.

Looking for Grantmaking 201? Go here.

Schedule

  • May 21 | 9:00 am - 4:30 pm EDT (a networking reception will immediately follow from 4:30 - 6:00 pm)
  • May 22 | 8:00 am - 3:30 pm EDT

Learning Objectives

  • The Purpose of Philanthropy: Understand the history of philanthropy and the national and local infrastructure supporting it. Learn how funding practices are related to foundation type,  when it was created, and its funding goals.
  • The Practice of Philanthropy: Learn effective grant management processes, including accepting proposals, reviewing proposals, making decisions, managing grants, and measuring success.
  • The People of Philanthropy: Review a foundation's leadership and governance. Understand how to develop fruitful relationships with stakeholders.

Who Should Attend?

Anyone who joined the philanthropic sector in the last year or two—or those interested in a refresher. The course is available for all staff roles and board members. 

Cancellation Policy

View our policy here. 

Questions?

Connect with John Ferguson at jferguson@inphilanthropy.org

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