TITLE : Panel discussion and dialogue with Grantmakers
CITY : Winston-Salem , NC
DATE : Wednesday, April 09, 2008
TIME : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
PRICE : $ 95.00
Panel discussion and dialogue with Grantmakers


As the grant seeking process becomes more and more competitive, it is  essential to understand what grantmakers are actually looking for when they decide whether or not to award a grant. This session offers an unusual opportunity to hear directly from a variety of corporate, community, private and family foundation funders, and consists of two parts:

A. Panel Discussion
In the first two hours, grantmakers from a variety of private, corporate and family foundations will participate in a panel discussion. Issues we will explore with the panelists include:
  • Foundation culture: what kinds of projects do grantmakers like to fund?
  • Winning proposals: what makes them stand out?
  • Foundation guidelines: are they set in stone?
  • Building the relationship: what gives foundations confidence in the organizations they fund?
Whether you have been securing grants for decades or are just starting out, the panel discussion will provide you with a valuable view of the grantmaking world from the point of view of the grantmaker.

B. Q&A session
In the third hour, the grantmakers will join attendees at at their tables to answer specific questions.  Grantmakers will switch every 15 minutes to a different table to ensure that everyone in the room is able to ask them questions.

Speakers for this session:

Terri Bryant
Program Officer
Golden LEAF, Inc.

Terri Bryant serves as Program Officer for the Golden LEAF Foundation. Her responsibilities include providing support with the implementation of policies and procedures for grantsmaking and other activities. Her focus includes program research, board summaries, grant oversight, and community and stakeholder outreach. Her expertise includes research and analysis; policy development; program development, implementation and program evaluation; domestic and international marketing; and, communication. In addition to having worked for several multinational corporations, Ms. Bryant earned her BS degree from North Carolina State University, and her MBA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Vicki Jones
Vice President Community Philanthropy
Foundation For The Carolinas

Vicki Jones provides general oversight for the work of Foundation For The Carolinas 13 affiliate foundations and directly supports four affiliate foundation boards, the Social Capital committee of the Charlotte Mecklenburg affiliate board and the Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund. Prior to this role, Vicki managed the Collective Giving programs of Foundation For The Carolinas. Vicki started full-time with the Foundation in March 2005 after participating in the 2003 Impact Fund for Emerging Philanthropist collective giving program. During 2004, she worked part-time at FFTC and at her prior full-time job as a civil/environmental engineer. Vicki holds BS degrees in Business Administration and Civil Engineering.

Antonia Monk Reaves, MPA
Vice President & Chief Program Officer
Moses Cone ~ Wesley Long Community Health Foundation

Antonia Monk Reaves has nearly 20 years of experience in nonprofit management, including project management, grant management, community building and strategic communications. Her experience includes working with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation in one of their National Program Offices as a Program Manager and National Communications Director. She has a master’s degree in public administration with a concentration in nonprofit management and public personnel from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. At the Foundation, Antonia oversees all grantmaking efforts, works closely with grantees addressing mental health and wellness (substance abuse, tobacco use, responsible sexual behavior) and directs the Foundation’s external communication efforts. She is passionate about improving the health status of our community and enjoys working with other community leaders to address the critical health issues facing our community residents.

David Snider
AVP Grants & Services
Arts & Science Council

David has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 10 years. In his current position as AVP of Grants & Services at the Arts & Science Council (ASC), David administers ASC’s grants programs as well as assists cultural organizations with assessment and capacity building. Prior to joining ASC, David was with The Lynnwood Foundation (the umbrella nonprofit for The Duke Mansion and The Lee Institute) where he was responsible for Constituent Relations - working with the Board of Directors, donors, and neighbors - and all aspects of the annual giving programs. David served on the founding board of Kids Voting and was co-founder and co-chair of The Impact Fund for Emerging Philanthropists at Foundation for the Carolinas. He is currently a member of Leadership Charlotte, Class XXIX. In addition, David was a member of Leadership North Carolina, Class VII and has been active in Hands on Charlotte.

 

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  • Networking Sessions
  • Afternoon Seminars
  • Morning Seminars

Wednesday, April 09, 2008

Seminar TitleTimePrice
Breakfast
Prior to panel discussion, participants and experts become acquainted over a continental breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM$ 0.00 
Panel discussion and dialogue with Grantmakers9:00 AM - 12:00 PM$ 95.00More
Lunch
Participants and experts registered for the next session make new contacts over lunch
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM$ 0.00 
Finding Funders: the art of successful research1:00 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Proposal writing1:00 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Exploring the world of corporate sponsorship 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
How to build a successful relationship with grantmakers 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More
Winning proposals: a tour of four successful case studies 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More
Cause marketing: building profitable relationships with corporate partners 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Seminar TitleTimePrice
Breakfast
Participants registered for the first session become acquainted over a continental breakfast
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM$ 0.00 
Engaging your board8:00 AM - 10:00 AM$ 55.00More
Special events fundraising8:00 AM - 10:00 AM$ 55.00More
Online fundraising: harnessing technology to build and maintain relationships9:00 AM - 12:30 PM$ 95.00More
Networking break
Participants registered for the next session are served mid-morning refreshments
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM$ 0.00 
Major gifts fundraising10:30 AM - 12:30 PM$ 55.00More
Lunch
Participants and experts registered for the next session make new contacts over lunch
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM$ 0.00 
Planned giving1:30 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Annual giving campaigns1:30 PM - 3:00 PM$ 55.00More
Fundraising in the one-person development shop: making the most of a shoestring budget1:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 95.00More
Networking break
Mid-afternoon refreshments are served to attendees registered for the next session
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM$ 0.00 
Direct mail fundraising3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More
Capital campaigns3:30 PM - 5:00 PM$ 55.00More


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