Series: Lunch with Dr. Froswa Booker Drew: Amplifying Your Philanthropic VoicePhilanthropy is steeped in myths that hurt communities of color rather than help them. Many current philanthropic strategies fail because they neglect the experience, wisdom, and gifts of those receiving help, and prioritize and perpetuate false myths. These myths fuel deficit-based models of philanthropy that do not work and will not change poverty. Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

Series: Lunch with Froswa: Building Your Network w/ Dr. Froswa Booker-DrewRelationships are critical to our personal and professional success. In understanding our story and our various identities, we can make stronger, more impactful connections. Although many of our relationships are transactional, our goal is to build transformative relationships. It starts with our understanding of who we are, the power of our narratives and the importance of building our network. It's not just networking, but building the community we seek.Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

Funder Focus: Connect with Austin Community Foundation hosted by Susannah ErlerFunder Focus: Connect with The Central Texas Community Foundation Join us as we learn more about the Austin Community Foundation (ACF). Gain insights as we hear from Adiee Gonzales, Program Manager for ACF’s Hispanic Impact Fund (HIF) who will describe the HIF and the foundation’s philanthropic purpose including their grant-making mission to improve the quality of life for Central Texans. Bring your questions as we learn more about ACF’s grant programs: Community Grants, the Hispanic Impact Fund, The Black Fund, and the Women’s Fund.About the Funder Focus Series:What do funders look for in a grant proposal: data, stories, both? What kinds of projects do foundations find inspiring? Join us for Nonprofit Austin at ACC’s Funder Focus series to learn more about the funding and grantmaking process. Bring your questions for this exceptional opportunity to connect directly with those who make funding decisions that support nonprofit work.Funder Focus Host: Susannah Erler, Director, Greater Good StrategiesSusannah Erler started in a public radio career (including being Director of a National Public Radio affiliate) which later morphed into her current calling to support nonprofits. She earned her master’s degree in Business with an Arts […]

Series: Lunch with Dr Froswa Booker-Drew: Diversifying Your BoardIt's not about checking a box, but recognizing the importance of living experience, those proximate to the work and different perspectives. Organizations thrive when there is intentionality and metrics in place to evaluate board diversity. In this workshop, learn more about creating expectations and metrics that are realistic, inclusive and align with the organization’s strategic goals.Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!

Series: Lunch with Dr. Froswa Booker-Drew: Connecting Your Community to your Cause wWorking in isolation is damaging for both an organization and the community. Services are duplicated along with a lack of effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of programs. In this workshop, learn more about building powerful partnerships, the role of MOUs, and building strong collaborations. Can't join us live? Sign up and receive the recording afterwards!