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Member Benefit Highlight
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What can AGF do for your organization?
If you work for an organization that is a member of AGF, you can attend our programs at no cost!
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Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust awards $4.7 million in grants
The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust announced in early January that $4.7 million in grants would be distributed among their key areas of interest, including the arts, services for disadvantaged children, civic engagement for older adults, among others. The most significant portion, $3 million, will expand ASU's Center for Sustainable Health. Read more.
Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust gives $10 million to ASU The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust will give $2 million per year for the next 5 years to ASU in a new strategic investment to improve health care outcomes. The goal of this grant is to improve health care education, research and clinical practice by bettering the use of biomedical informatics, clinical data and public health surveys. More info.
Rodel announced the 17 Rodel Exemplary Principal Finalists
17 outstanding principals are in the running to be named one of 2012's
10 Rodel Exemplary Principals. If chosen, these participants will go on to mentor Rodel Aspiring Principals. Read more about the finalists here.
First Things First needs volunteers for Regional Partnership Council Do you know someone who is passionate and determined to make a difference for young kids in your community? If so, First Things First needs your help in recruiting them to serve as a volunteer on your local First Things First Regional Partnership Council! A total of 186 regional council seats are open across the state. The First Things First Board will make appointments to the regional councils at their June 2012 meeting. Each appointment is for a four-year term and application is open to all eligible applicants. Regional council members must either live or work in the region they wish to represent. To learn more visit their website.
Reception for funders interested in efforts in Afghanistan The Guerrant Foundation, (affiliated with Arizona Community Foundation) is hosting a reception on March 13, 5:30-7:30 at Arizona Community Foundation (2201 E. Camelback Rd., Ste 405.) for funders interested in learning more about development efforts in Afghanistan. Susan Davis, CEO of BRAC USA, will be speaking. BRAC is the largest microfinance and development organization in the war-torn and poverty stricken Afghanistan. Through small loans, BRAC has enabled over 200,000 borrowers to start or expand their businesses. They have also created health care and education programs. There is no charge but please RSVP to Anne Guerrant at 480 219-6600 or anne@guerrantfoundation.org. |
Kim Van Pelt
Director, Arizona Health Futures,
St. Luke's Health Initiative
Name: Kim Van Pelt
Age: 45
Birthplace: Schenechtedy, NY, but moved all around the country growing up.
Family: Married for 19 years to my husband Bill. We have two kids, Liam and Larissa, ages 16 and 13.
Most interesting job:
Early in my career, I worked as a grassroots organizer. I helped organize a march attended by over 10,000 people and I helped plan and implement successful get-out-the vote campaigns. The job gave me some limited understanding, respect (and a smidge of healthy disdain) for how politics works.
Hobbies/Favorite pastime:
Spending time with my children
Path to Philanthropy:
I have served as a grassroots organizer, fundraiser, program evaluator, advocate, legislative staffer, policy analyst and public administrator. I have worked for a hospital, various non-profit organizations, and several government agencies. My work has focused almost exclusively on health and children's issues. Before this job, I worked for First Things First, where I oversaw five regional councils and the administration of over $34 million in grants.
Favorite quote or motto:
"You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough." Mae West
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Homelessness & Hunger Funders Collaborative is seeking partners to participate in the collaboration. The collaborative was launched in 2009 to support and maintain Maricopa County's emergency safety net by providing resources in an accelerated manner to key agencies/programs and activities that primarily serve those in need of emergency shelter and/or food. Funders have contributed over $1 Million each year and they hope to raise at least as much this year. Learn more here, or call Brian Spicker at VSUW, 602-631-4800.
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Nonprofit Sector and Community Solutions Act
The Nonprofit Sector and Community Solutions Act ( H.R. 5533) would strengthen America's communities by making the federal government a more productive partner with nonprofit organizations by establishing 1) better communication with the federal government, 2) better coordination within government, and 3) enhanced data collection. Click here to read more. Council on Foundations' Public Policy Resource Page Click here to read more.
Arizona Grantmaker's Forum Public Policy Resource Page AGF's new public policy page provides links to a wide variety of resources for organizations just beginning to explore public policy work or those that are already engaged. One item posted here is the Public Policy Matrix which lists both nonprofits and funders who are engaged along the entire continuum of public policy work. If you want to see the wide variety of activities currently underway in Arizona, check out our resources! |
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Looking for a job in the philanthropic sector in Arizona? Visit the
Jobs page on the AGF website today!
Local Events
Feb 15 Planning for the Next 100 Years The Maricopa Association of Governments is exploring how needs will be met as people age. A variety of workshops will be offered, please click here for more information or here to register.
Feb 28 ASF 990 PF Tax Seminar The Association of Small Foundations is offering this 990-PF Tax Seminar. Taught by top accountants, it will give you a thorough understanding of the Form 990-PF, the 5% payout requirement, and expenditure responsibility. The seminar examines the Form 990-PF line-by-line and allows you to grade your form along the way. More info.
Mar 22 Breaking Barriers, Creating Jobs, Stabilizing Neighborhoods Affordable housing is making an impact in our economy, in our communities, and in people's lives. Join us for this one day seminar highlighting the impact of affordable housing in Arizona and across the country. Hear success stories of creative uses of federal resources. Acquire effective communication strategies for sharing the impact of affordable housing. Learn about creative solutions to overcome barriers to affordable housing. Click here for more details.
National Philanthropy News & Events
March 19-21, 7th Annual Grants Managers Network Conference
Discover how to improve your grantmaking operations, reduce costs, and respond to emerging issues. Gain valuable new ideas, tools, and resources at interactive, hands-on learning sessions designed to support those new to the field as well as seasoned professionals. Register now!
National Webinars
Feb 14 A Funder's Toolkit: Building Grantees' Technology Knowledge
How can you help your grantees use technology better, thus multiplying the impact of your grants? The Pierce Family Foundation has partnered with the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers and the technology experts at Idealware to help you build your grantees' ability to use technology in significant, measurable ways. This free, three-part online course begins on Feb. 14. Please note that this webinar is at capacity, but a waiting list is available. Read more.
Feb 21 Improving Internal Practices in Philanthropy
Is your foundation using best practices for internal processes?Join your colleagues for a two-part webinar led by 2011 graduates of the Career Pathways Program and sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. E. Thomas Brewer, director of programs at the Archstone Foundation and Jeffrey Malloy, director of finance and administration at the Irvine Foundation will present case studies on strategies for effective performance appraisals and streamlining the grantmaking process. Register here.
For a list of more national webinars, visit the Council on Foundations comprehensive Events page.
Other Resources:
Chronicle of Philanthropy
Council on Foundations Newsroom
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