How to Get on the Radar of Family Foundations

The number of small foundations in the United States exceeds 80,000. Yet it can be challenging for nonprofits to identify these grant makers and build ties with them, particularly those that do not accept unsolicited proposals or letters of inquiry.

Join us for a one-hour session that will shed led light on the motivations, preferences, and operations of family philanthropists and give you long-term strategies for capturing their attention.

Isa Catto, executive director of the Catto Shaw Foundation, will offer insights into how her foundation selects grantees, evaluates projects, and prefers to be approached.

Phil Buchanan, president of the Center for Effective Philanthropy, will offer tips for strengthening your case for support by sharing your organizationÕs goals and impact in ways that resonate with wealthy donors. HeÕll also share real-world examples of what motivates wealthy donors to give from his forthcoming book, Giving Done Right.

YouÕll also learn from Tony Richardson, associate director of the Nord Family Foundation, who will share tips for researching family foundations, making connections and building long-term relationships, and conveying your nonprofitÕs results effectively.

Plus, weÕll share the latest findings from Philanthropy 50, The ChronicleÕs annual ranking of the 50 most generous philanthropists in the United States, so you can understand the latest trends in charitable giving.

What Will You Learn?
How to tell your nonprofit's story in ways that will resonate with busy philanthropists
What grant makers look for in terms of impact, outcomes, and results
How to gauge the communication preferences of decision makers at small foundations

Who Should Attend?
Grant-Proposal Writers
Foundation Relations Directors and Managers
Major Gift Officers
Executive Directors
Chief Development Officers, Development Directors, and Fundraisers