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Topic: Community Philanthropy

Webinar // Welcoming and the Sustainable Development Goals

September 15, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This webinar explores how community philanthropy and multi-sector stakeholders can use the SDGs to collectively build inclusive, welcoming communities where everyone can belong, thrive, and prosper.

Webinar // Using the SDGs to Create Thriving Communities

August 10, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

In this webinar recording, special guest Sandi Vidal describes how the Central Florida Foundation engages key stakeholders to address shared challenges while using the SDGs to enhance strategies for collaboration, coordination, policy change, and resource mobilization.

Webinar // Community Leadership and the Sustainable Development Goals

July 14, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This webinar featured several authors from The Foundation Review, vol. 13, issue 4 discussing how the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can serve as a robust blueprint for anyone in philanthropy concerned about the many global challenges we all face.

Seminario Web // Integrar los ODS para actuar localmente sobre desafíos globales

June 17, 2022

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Este seminario web busca ofrecer herramientas a los líderes del sector social y la filantropía para encaminar sus proyectos hacia acciones concretas a nivel local e incidir en los ODS.

Seminario Web // Filantropía en America Latina

June 18, 2021

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This Spanish-language webinar highlights the growing importance of trust, partnership, and open dialogue in Latin American philanthropy’s ability to respond to regional needs and achieve lasting impact.

Seminario Web // 11 Tendencias en Filantropía, una Conversación Desde la Mirada Latinoamericana

April 29, 2021

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This Spanish-language webinar features a conversation with our W.K. Kellogg Chair for Community Philanthropy about trends in philanthropy and their impact on Latinx communities.

Report // An Evaluation of Community Foundation Investment Returns & Payout Rates

March 17, 2021

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This 2021 report commissioned by the Council of Michigan Foundations deepens and expands past research exploring payout rates for community foundations.

Webinar // Giving Circles Around the World

December 16, 2020

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

In this webinar, our hosts share insights from the first research to systematically analyze the growth of giving circles across the globe.

Brief // Strategic Management Practices for a Strong Community Foundation

March 8, 2019

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

This brief shares how a small community foundation in Mississippi implemented strategic management practices to strengthen the organization and its impact in the community.

Report // Dynamics of Hosting Giving Circles and Collective Giving Groups

November 12, 2018

By Johnson Center for Philanthropy

In 2018, the Collective Giving Research Group released “Dynamics of Hosting Giving Circles and Collective Giving Groups.” This final report of a three-part series explores the hosting experiences of community foundations and other organizations.

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