EmergentCF: Recent Episodes
Eric Hozempa
Each episode of EmergentCF contains information about upcoming conferences and events as well as an interview with a thought leader in the field. Hosted by Community Foundation CEO, Eric Hozempa
Alec Gorynski, President and CEO of the Lincoln Community Foundation discusses LCF's childcare and affordable housing efforts as well a their unique and Donor Advised Fund fee free model.
Mentions
Alec Gorynski
Lincoln Community Foundation
Lincoln Littles
Music
Cake
Vampire Weekend
Books
Nothing Like It In the World: The Men Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad 1863-1869, by Stephen Ambrose
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Doctoral Candidate Rachel Hanebutt joins the show to discuss the importance of digital equity and access and why Community Foundation's should become engaged in this issue.
Mentions
Rachel Hanebutt, Ed.M., M.A. M.S.
Vanderbilt University profile on Rachel Hanebutt's work
Nashville Digital Inclusion Task Force
Recommendations
OneSec App
Hard Fork podcast
Ephemera
Prosecuting Evil with Kelly Siegler
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Steve Alley, Managing Partner of EAC, joins the show this week to discuss successful board retreats, board members and an array of other topics
Mentions
Steve Alley
EAC
Ryanhood acoustic band
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Sharna Goldseker is today's leading expert on multigenerational and next generation philanthropy and -- as a next generation donor herself -- offers a trusted and insider's perspective. As Founder of 21/64, Sharna has been a leading and consistent presence in the philanthropic field for two decades and is known for her quiet gravitas and insight.
I hope you enjoy this discussion of Sharna, 21/64 and engaging next generation donors.
MentionsSharna Goldseker21/64Generation Impact: How Next Gen Donors are Revolutionizing Giving, Michael Moody, Sharna Goldseker
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
President and CEO of the El Paso Community Foundation, Eric Pearson joins the podcast to discuss local journalism, immigration and their work on La Nube, El Paso's new Children's Museum.
Mentions
Eric Pearson
El Paso Community Foundation
La Nube
El Paso Matters
Music/Articles/Books
Phoebe Bridgers
Boygenius
Conferences
AdNet 2024 Conference
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
On the introduction to Season 3, Sheryl Aikman, Consultant with EAC & Associates stops in to discuss:
- The pending regulations regarding excise taxes on tax deductible distributions made by a sponsoring organization from DAFs
- Where Community Foundation professionals should engage
- The value proposition for DAFs at Community Foundations vs Commercial DAF holders.
Mentions
Sheryl Aikman, Consultant EAC & Associates
EAC & Associates
Proposed regulation impacting DAFS
Conferences
Advancement Network 2024 Conference
Books
The Windeby Puzzle, by Lois Lowry
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle, by by Barbara Kingsolver
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Hello all,
Busy time of year but hang on for Season 3 coming in January!
Thanks
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Eric Zimmer, PhD is the newly appointed Director of Philanthropy of the Black Hills Area Community Foundation. Listen how Eric is transitioning from academia to community foundation work and going back to his hometown of Rapid City South Dakota.
Mentions Include:
Eric Zimmer
Forthcoming book: - Red Earth Nation: Reclamation and Recovery on Meskwaki Land (University of Oklahoma Press, fc 2024)
Coming into the Country,John McPhee
Events/Learning Opportunities
AdNet Annual Conference March 18th - 20th 2024
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Joe Carter, Vice President of Development for the Oklahoma City Community Foundation joins the show this week to discuss their success with nonprofit endowment funds. Oklahoma City CF is home to 400 nonprofit endowments and they provide a wide array of services to those funds. Joe provides some tips on discussing the power of endowments with donors.
Mentions Include:
Joe Carter
Oklahoma City Community Foundation
Events/Learning Opportunities
Call for Sessions - AdNet Annual Conference March 18th - 20th 2024
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
An impromptu conversation about Community Foundation issues and topics with Brad Ward, Regional Director Community Foundations for Foundant Technologies and Chris Quaka, President and CEO for Benton Community Foundation. Please pardon the noise. This episode was taped at the Annual Conference for Growing Community Foundation's Conference last week in Wichita.
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Rosemary Dorsa, Chair of the KACF National Advisory Conference Committee joins the show for this bonus episode on the KACF conference coming in October 2023.
Mentions
Rosemary Dorsa
KACF Annual Conference for Growing Community Foundations
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Brennan Gould, President and CEO of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, explains how the tragegy of the 2017 white supremacist acts of terror transformed the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation and her community.
Mentions Include:
Brennan Gould
Charlottesville Area Community Foundation
Small is Beautiful, Economics as if People Mattered, by E.F. Schumacher
This New York Times bestselling “Eco Bible” (Time magazine) teaches us that economic growth must be responsibly balanced with the needs of communities and the environment.
Raggaeton Music - A great selection, The Best of Raggaeton 2021 by Osocity
Events/Learning Opportunities
KACF Annual Conference for Growing Community Foundations - Registration Open
Save the DATE - AdNet Annual Conference March 18th - 20th 2024
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Hello all, the show will be back in full force shortly but here's some information about conferences, a recommendation on a podcast episode that speaks to perpetuity and a rant from Eric.
Thanks for listening
Reach the show at emergentcf@gmail.com
Check out this episode
Future Perfect Podcast: Donors from beyond the Grave
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Nia Wassink, nonprofit expert, political consultant and founder of Prismatic Consulting, joins the program this week to discuss her concerns with DAFs and the need for regulation. Nia is the author of the paper, Let's Talk About DAFS for the disruptive fundraiser who is tired of the status quo.
Mentions Include:Nia Wassink
Prismatic Consulting
Let's Talk About DAFs
Maintenance Phase - Podcast
McKenzie Scott Nia’s secret skill is…
Singing. Broadway musicals are her strong suit. Waitress favorite right now
Events/Learning Opportunities
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) Conference Nov 1-3, 2023
KACF Annual Conference for Growing Community Foundations - Registration Open
Save the DATE - AdNet Annual Conference March 18th - 20th 2024
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Eric is taking a brief break but stay tuned for more guests and issues coming up soon!
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
“MsDuctTape”, otherwise known as Ana-Marie Jones of Interpro is on a mission to change the way communities do emergency management. Ana-Marie is the Chief Resiliency Officer and top-rated keynote speaker and consultant for nonprofits, health departments, foundations and grant making associations who are looking to create sustainable readiness and fulfill their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) commitments in their emergency management efforts.
Ana-Marie provides some simple and inexpensive ways for funders to create community and resilience.
Mentions Include:Ana-Marie JonesInterpro
Ana-Marie’s secret skill is…
MacGyvering through problems
Events/Learning Opportunities
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) Conference Nov 1-3, 2023
KACF Annual Conference for Growing Community Foundations - Registration Open
Save the DATE - AdNet Annual Conference March 18th - 20th 2024
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Katie Dearing, M. Ed, Community 101 Coordinator for the Oregon Community Foundation is back to discuss the accomplishments of Community 101 youth giving program and some tips on how you can create your own program at your CF.
Mentions Include:Katie Dearing, Community 101 Coordinator
Oregon Community Foundation (OCF)
Katie's Secret Talent is...Photoshopping
Events/Learning Opportunities
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) Conference Nov 1-3, 2023
KACF Annual Conference for Growing Community Foundations - Registration Open
Save the DATE - AdNet Annual Conference March 18th - 20th
List of All upcoming conferences
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Eric's gone fishing but catch us next week for more episodes.
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
As a volunteer in the nonprofit world and past President of the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP), Estate Attorney and LL.M Brad Gornto has a lot of appreciation for the nuances of helping individuals and families with their charitable plans. In this episode Brad stresses the need for stewardship and how CFs can better recognize the role advisors play in gift planning. Brad also discusses the history of CGP and how people can get involved and attend their annual conference.
Mentions Include:Brad Gornto, Esq., LL.M
Gornto Law, PLLC
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Colorado Planned Giving Roundtable Colorado
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsC.S. Lewis
Events/Learning Opportunities
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP) Conference Nov 1-3, 2023
List of All upcoming conferences
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Brett Hunkins, CFO for the Community Foundation of Greater Flint and Board member for FOAG joins the podcast this week to discuss the impacts of the finance and operations division at at community foundations.
Mentions Include:Brett Hunkins
Community Foundation of Greater Flint
Finance, Administration and Operations Group (FOAG)
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsThe Fly on the Wall podcast
Michael Connolly mysteries
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Sheryl Aikman, of Ekstrom Alley Klontz and Associates (EAC) and an expert in mission-driven asset development, discusses how community foundations can balance the need to say no while still providing a place for everyone.
From her journey as an English major to becoming an influential figure in community foundations, Sheryl shares her experiences and insights from over 25 years in the field. We'll also explore the wonder and challenges in her home of Asheville, North Carolina.
Mentions Include:Sheryl Aikman
Ekstrom Alley Klontz and Associates
Charitable Solutions, LLC
EAC Team Members
Ashville NC
Biltmore Estate
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsTaylor Swift
Louise Penny mysteries Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Ashley Siferd Butler, Director of Competitive Grants for East Tennessee Foundation (ETF) and Sandi Vidal, President of Community Strategies and Initiatives for the Central Florida Foundation join the podcast to discuss ProNet. In addition to learning more about ProNet, the conversation focuses on the work of each foundation, special skills, remote work and birdwatching.
Mentions Include:Ashley Siferd ButlerSandi VidalCentral Florida FoundationEast Tennessee FoundationProNetSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsBird NoteSiloKillers of the Flower Moon, The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
KACF Executive Director posting - deadline June 28th
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
What happens when a Milwaukee native with a rich for-profit background shifts gears to the non-profit sector? Join us as we unpack this journey with our guest, Ken Robertson, the Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Financial Officer of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. From growing up under a desegregation order to embracing the city's unique pull, Ken's story is one you won't want to miss.
We delve into the inspiring work of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation and its innovative ThriveOn Collaboration, which aims to drive a sense of urgency and create a lasting impact. We discuss the foundation's recent move to a historic neighborhood and how racial equity and inclusion are at the heart of this move. Ken emphasizes the importance of listening to the community and the partnerships formed with allies, such as the Medical College of Wisconsin and Royal Capital Group. This ambitious project dedicates a portion of the former Gimbel's department store to community services as requested by the community itself. Tune in to learn more about this groundbreaking work and the future goals for transforming Milwaukee.
Mentions Include:Kenneth (Ken) Robertson
Greater Milwaukee Foundation
ThriveOn Collaboration
Medical College of Wisconsin
Royal Capital Group
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsClassic R&B - Howard Hewitt, Say Amen
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Conny Bogaard, PhD and Executive Director of the Western Kansas Community Foundation (WKFC) drops by to discuss the challenges of rural philanthropy and using Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in her very diverse region.
Conny shares her amazing story of being a professor, meeting a farmer and relocating to rural Kansas.
Mentions Include:Conny Bogaard, PhDWestern Kansas Community FoundationGarden City Kansas
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsStrangers in Town - STRANGERS IN TOWN tells the story of how global migration unexpectedly transformed and enriched Garden City, Kansas
The Sun Also Rises - Ernest Hemmingway
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Let’s get into data with Alyse Braaten, Manager of Client Services and Rosie Sprangers, of Foundant Technologies. We learn of Rosie’s affection for accounting and data solutions and Alyse’s passion for Bakersfield, higher education and streamlining the scholarship process. Mix in their love for Foundant and CRMs and you’ve got an entertaining podcast.
Mentions Include:
Bakersfield California
Foundant Technologies
Rosie Sprangers, Solutions Engineer
Alyse Braaten, Manager of Client Services
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsBrandi Carlile - The Story
Joe Rogan
Randall Carlson
Streets of Bakersfield, Dwight Yoakum and Buck Owens
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This week Jamie Simoneau and Cieria Ramon stop by to describe the Neighbor Night Out program and how the Community Foundation of Lorain County builds community with these creative community engagement meetings
Mentions Include:
Community Foundation of Lorain County
Cieria Ramon, Community Engagement Fellow
Jamie Simoneau, Program Evaluation and Integration Officer
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsWhat the Longest Study on Happiness Found is the Key to a Good Life, By Robert Waldinger and Marc Schulz; The AtlanticWild Krafts (for the kids)
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Courtney Bengtson, Chief Strategy Officer of the Wichita Foundation stops by to discuss innovative granting strategies and Wichita Foundation's passion for funding news, addressing economic mobility and elevating nonprofits.
Mentions Include:
Courtney Bengtson
Wichita Foundation
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsFour Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, by Oliver Burkeman
Ed Sheeran
Lebanese Food scene in Wichita
Reverie Coffee
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Chris Lemon, Senior Community Investment Officer at the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation discusses their support for older adults in Washtenaw County.
Mentions Include:
Chris Lemon
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsPod Save America podcast (because Chris likes comedy pods)
Farmer to Farmer podcast (because Chris has acreage)
Farmers' Markets
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Monica Moser, President and CEO of the Jackson Community Foundation stops in to provide her thoughts on using data to drive change with issues such as group violence, education and equity.
Extra bonus trivia for listeners. Monica graduated from Russell Sage College. The Russell Sage Foundation is recognized as the first private foundation in the United States.Wanna be on a show? Reach out to Eric at emergentcf@gmail.comMentions Include:
Monica Moser
Jackson Community Foundation
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsRevisionist History Podcast Malcom Gladwell
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Dave Mengebier, the President and CEO of the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation, drops in to discuss the Community Development Coalition of Northwest Michigan, the Foundation's DEI work and how his team manages so many advisory groups.
Please reach out to emergentcf@gmail.com if you have an idea for a guest or topic
Mentions Include:Dave Mengebier
Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation (The Foundation)
Community Development Coalition of Northwest Michigan
Books, Podcast and Music recommendations
- Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be an Allyby Emily Ladau
- Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer
- The Soul of A New Machine by Tracy Kidder
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
National Association of Charitable Gift Planners (CGP)
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
in this Bonus episode, Janell Kaplan, Vice President of Philanthropy for the The Miami Foundation stops in to talk about the Advancement Network and the benefits of AdNet during her career in development.
Mentions Include:Janell Kaplan, Vice President of Philanthropy
The Miami Foundation
Advancement Network (AdNet)
21/64 Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsThe End of Food Allergy, Kari Nadeau MD PhD (Author), Sloan Barnett (Author)
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Follow us wherever you get your podcasts. Reach out to emergentcf@gmail.com
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This week Shari Martin, President and CEO from the Cobb Community Foundation drops in to discuss community partnerships and specifically how a group so nonprofits have come together to address needs and ensure that help is where it is needed and not just available for folks who are close by.
Reach out to the show at emergentcf@gmail.com
Thanks for listening!
Mentions Include:Shari Martin
Cobb Community Foundation
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsLessons in Chemistry, Bonnie Garmus
Ted Lasso
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
In this episode, Mike Goorhouse drops in to discuss how to approach fundraising at a Community Foundation. Mike has some really sage advice to share for those who are new to the field or those who have been in the field for many years. His vast development expertise comes through in this very informative episode.
Mentions Include:Mike Goorhouse
Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsMike still reads lots of news
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Pat Duffy stops by this week to update us on what's going on in crypto and The Giving Block. Pat and Giving Block co-founder Alex Wilson created a new fundraising category they call "Crypto Philanthropy." Last year they merged with Shift4, launching a leading stock fundraising solution now used by over 1,000 nonprofits.
Mentions Include:Pat Duffy
The Giving Block
Shift4
TV, Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsRadiohead - Daydreaming
The Funeral - Band of Horses
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCharitable Act
ACE Act
KACF - Call for Submissions for Annual Conference for Growing CFs
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
In this episode, Lee Shainis, Founder of Simplify Language describes how making communication easier to understand can help create more equity, access and inclusion.
Mentions Include:Lee Shanis
Simplify Language
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsLee reads a lot of books to his kids like Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog, by Mo Willems
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCharitable Act
ACE Act
KACF - Call for Submissions for Annual Conference for Growing CFs
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
On this 'pop-up' episode, David Kass, Vice President of Government Affairs and Legal Resources for the Council on Foundations drops by to discuss the proposed Charitable Act. In addition David shares a few other updates on other legislation
Mentions Include:David Kass
Council on FoundationsCharitable Act
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsCuba: An American History, by Ada Ferrer
New Amsterdam
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCharitable Act
ACE Act
AdNet Ferriby Scholarship - Due March 15
KACF - Call for Submissions for Annual Conference for Growing CFs
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This week Mackenzie Price, Executive Director of the Huron County Community Foundation drops in to talk about their ambitous downtown development and their public art projects. In an effort to attract talent back to rural Michigan ("The Thumb"), HCCF is using it's assets to create an office for HCCF, a work space hub and rental properties.
Mentions Include:Mackenzie Price
Huron County Community Foundation
53North - Barn Art project
Secret TalentPowerlifting Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsEmpire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty by Patrick Radden Keefe
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCharitable Act
KACF - Call for Submissions for Annual Conference for Growing CFs
Patterson Foundation Rural Philanthropy Match List of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This episode features Joshua Silberstein of Social Venture Partners (SVP) of Boulder County. Josh describes the history and evolution of SVP and describes how SVP Boulder County is collaborating with a community foundation.
Mentions Include:Joshua Silberstein
Social Venture Partners history
Social Venture Partners Boulder County
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsWilco
Steve Lacy
Tyler the Creator
Adulting podcast
Netflix Is A Daily Joke podcast
Events/Learning OpportunitiesSave the Date - KACF Growing CF Conference October 18th - 20th
CGP conference - Chicago November 1 -3
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
NOTE: Excuse a few audio drops at the start of this podcast episodeThis episode features Mike Goorhouse, President/CEO of the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area (CFHZ). Mike describes how his foundation uses data to make the case for equity in his historically conservative community. Mike also describes CFHZs approach to equity when it comes to fund minimums and their operating model.
Mentions Include:Mike Goorhouse
Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsMike reads lots of news
Events/Learning OpportunitiesSave the Date - KACF Growing CF Conference October 18th - 20th
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This episode features Tina Peterson, describes their efforts to improve the business commmunity though the CDFI Friendly Bloomington and Regional Economic Development program.
Mentions Include:Tina PetersonBloomington IndianaCommunity Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe County
Indiana University Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This episode features Jeff Batton, entrepreneur and co-founder of Homestake Partners. Jeff describes how Homestake Partners directly supports the growth of small and mid-sized businesses in order to make communities flourish
Mentions Include:Jeff Batton
Homestake Partners
Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsSmartless podcast
NY Times Opinion - A Policy Renaissance Is Needed for Rural America to Thrive
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This episode features Kelly Dunkin, President and CEO, of the Community First Foundation. Kelly describes how Community First addresses the needs of Jefferson County while balancing the needs of the state through their Giving Day (Colorado Gives Day). Colorado Gives Day raised an amazing $53 million this last December!
Kelly also describes their first effort into investing in workforce housing and how Community First Foundation is helping renters of housing build equity via a unique strategy.
Mentions Include:Kelly Dunkin
Community First FoundationColorado Gives Day and Gives 365
Propostion 123 Books, Podcast and Music recommendationsDesert Rats Trail Running Festival 50K (in case you want to run a 50K in Colorado)
Book Recommendation - The Last House on Needless Street, by Catriona WardKelly's Spanish Podcast recommendationsNo Hay Tos
Se Habla EspañolSpanish Obsessed Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Mentions Include:Weld Community Foundation
Weldfound podcast
High Plains Library District
Art of Wes BruceAmerican Dirt, by Jeanine Cummins
Foy Vance
Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President, by Candice Millard
Rand E. Morgan
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Mentions Include:Devin GormanCommunity Foundation of South East Kansas
Pittsburg State University
Gary Clark, Jr.
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
EmergentCF is back after a bit of a hiatus. More guests are scheduled for 2023 so stay tuned.
This episode features Winter Kinne, VP of Development for the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. Winter discusses how the Community Foundation of the Ozarks confronted the issue of funding hate groups with the creation of their Viewpoint-based rules policy for Donor Advised Funds.
Mentions Include:Winter KinneCommunity Foundation of the Ozarks
Council on Foundations
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Sol Anderson, President and CEO of the Evanston Community Foundation, joins the show this week to discuss community, the concept of Ubuntu and why it's so critical for community foundations to step up and lead.
Mentions Include:Sol Anderson
Evanston Community Foundation
Ubuntu
The Nation on No Map: Black Anarchism and Abolition - William C. Anderson
What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing - Bruce Perry
Evanston Illinois
Evanston Illinois Reparations details
Detroit Pistons Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
No guest this week but there's a book recommendation from Eric and a call for sessions from the Council on Foundations. See you next week!
Mentions Include:Scott Galloway & Kara Swisher: Pivot Podcast Book Recommendation - Adrift: America in 100 Charts, Scott GallowayCouncil on Foundations - Call for Sessions
Events/Learning OpportunitiesFebruary 2023 Practice and Purpose of Policy: A Training for Community Foundation Leaders
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Stephanie Powers, Senior Advisor for Policy and Partnerships at the Council on Foundations, joins the show and shares her vast knowledge of community organizing and why Community Foundations need to engage in the philanthropy narrative with their local leaders. Spoiler alert -- If we don't engage with politicians then we run the risk that someone will 'write the philanthropy narrative for us'.
Mentions Include:Stephanie Powers
Council on Foundations
Central Valley Community Foundation
Hispanics in Philanthropy
French Cooking Music Radio Pandora
Chief Inspector Armand Gamache Mysteries Events/Learning OpportunitiesFebruary 2023 Practice and Purpose of Policy: A Training for Community Foundation Leaders
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Mentions Include:Amy Swiatek
Philanthropy Colorado
This American life
United Philanthropy Forum
Events/Learning OpportunitiesFebruary 2023 Practice and Purpose of Policy: A Training for Community Foundation Leaders
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Vanessa Bechtel drops in to talk about Ventura County Community Foundation's response to disaster relief. She discusses the differences in the types of disasters Ventura CF faced as well as the necessity of community foundations to step up to help when there is a disaster.
Mentions Include:The Second Mountain: The Quest for a Moral Life - David Brooks
Is Cynicism Ruining Your Organization? - Harvard Business Review
The Good Boss
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA)
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
This week, Eric discusses the resources and functions of the National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA) with NSPA Director, Jackie Bright.
Mentions Include:Jackie Bright
NSPA
Events/Learning OpportunitiesADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA)
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Marcus Thomas stops by to discuss The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro's Impact investing program. CFGG is already well on their way to meeting their short-term goal of raising $32.5M, that aims to provide a significant injection of capital to help create affordable housing in Greensboro.
Mentions Include:Marcus Thomas, Senior Program Officer Grants and Community Impact
The Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro
Successionon HBO
American College, CAP® program
Civil Rights Movement and Greensboro North Carolina
International Civil Rights Center and MuseumMentions Include:
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA)
Music
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our intro Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
Co-Founder of The Giving Block, Pat Duffy, stops by to discuss crypto currency and why community foundations and other nonprofits should take note of some interesting demographic information of those that own crypto and those that donate it.
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our Music
Mentions Include:Pat Duffy bio
Giving Block
Marilyn Manson Sweet Dreams
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCEONet Retreat - Chicago September 7- 9th
ADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Send Off Music
Thanks to David Cutter Music for "Float Away
The Co-hosts of the SideDish podcast, Annie Larner and Brady Steffl, join CEO Chris Quaka (Benton Community Foundation) and Eric for a quick game of guess the acronym from the Council on Foundation's list.
All new guests coming next week. Thanks for listening!
Mentions Include:Council on Foundations list of Acronyms
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCouncil on Foundations-
Commuity Foundation Excellence Fundamentals Course - December 2022
Exponent Philanthropy - Letting Go: The First Step to Greater Impact - September 22 and September 29thCEONet Retreat - Chicago September 7- 9th
ADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations - October 12-14th
National Scholarship Providers Association - Resilience Annual Conference - October 19-21
Charitable Gift Planners - October 26-28
Finance Administration & Operations Group (FAOG) - 2023 in San Diego
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
National Scholarship Providers Association
Finance Administration and Operations Group (FAOG)
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our Music
EmergentCF is in between guests so Eric discusses the purpose of the podcast and some upcoming trainings and conferences
Mentions Include:
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCouncil on Foundations-
Commuity Foundation Excellence Fundamentals Course - December 2022
Values-Aligned Philanthropy and Your Community Foundation - August 11th
Alliances in Disaster Recovery: FEMA and Foundations Collaborate for Resilience - August 16th
Exponent Philanthropy - Letting Go: The First Step to Greater Impact - September 22 and September 29thCEONet Retreat - Chicago September 7- 9th
ADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations - October 12-14th
National Scholarship Providers Association - Resilience Annual Conference - October 19-21
Charitable Gift Planners - October 26-28
Finance Administration & Operations Group (FAOG) - 2023 in San Diego
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
National Scholarship Providers Association
Finance Administration and Operations Group (FAOG)
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our Music
Robert Killins, Jr. is Greater Cincinnati Foundation's Director of Special Initiatives. Today on the podcast Robert discusses GCF's Impact Investing program, it's background, success stories, and how the program seeks projects high on Social Return. Robert presents this often mysterious subject in a warm and inviting way.
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our Music
Mentions Include:
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Robert Killins, Jr.
Grambling State University
Cincinnati
Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds - David Goggins
Steel Pulse
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCEONet Retreat - Chicago September 7- 9th
ADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
On this pop-up episode, we're joined by Executive Director of CEONet, Diane Miller. Diane discusses CEONet and their upcoming conference in September, her study of arts at George Mason University, and her love of community foundations.
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our Music
Mentions Include:
CEONet
Council on Foundations
CF National Standards
George Mason University
Ted Lasso
Only Murders in the Building
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCEONet Retreat - Chicago September 7- 9th
ADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
This week Eric is joined by George Ferrari, Jr. CEO, for the Community Foundation of Tompkins County. George describes his community in the Finger Lakes Region of New York and how their deeper stance in Social Justice and DEI has impacted their community, their donors, and the core of what the Community Foundation of Tompkins County does
Thanks to Andy Eppler for our Music
Mentions Include:
Community Foundation of Tompkins County
George Ferrari, Jr. Bio
Finger Lakes Region of NY
Ithaca NY
Diana Ross
Events/Learning OpportunitiesCEONet Retreat - Chicago September 7- 9th
ADNet Summit - Chicago September 14 - 15th
Annual National Conference for Growing Community Foundations
List of All upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
This week Eric is joined by Jim Bennett, Philanthropy Officer for the Montana Community Foundation. In 2017, Montana was hit with major forest fires, with over 1.4million acres burned. Listen to the ways the Montana Community Foundation responded and continues to help with natural disasters - including this year's rain and snow events in late May.
Mentions Include:
Montana Community Foundation
Reframing Rural - podcast
Red Ants Pants - Workwear for Women
CEONet
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Foundant's Lead Stratgist for Community Philanthropy, Brad Ward, joins the podcast this week to discuss the ongoing need to have the tools for people to be efficient, successful and effective.
Brad is a former community foundation CEO who led the merger of two community foundations in Indiana and has firsthand experienced with the complexity of big change at a community foundation. With over 2,500 volunteer service hours across Europe, United States, and South America, Brad cares deeply about place, the connections and commitment of the people within their communities, and how important place and belonging matters. Brad resides in Charleston, South Carolina with his wife, two children and rescue dog, and is eager to support community foundations with innovative technological solutions to advance the field.
Mentions Include:
Our Towns: A 100,000-Mile Journey into the Heart of America- James Fallows, Deborah Fallows
Foundant Technologies
Walter Gavitt Ferguson
Chronicle of Philanthropy
FEG Investment Advisors
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Eric's off for a few weeks. Please look forward to new interviews and content later this month. Remember to reach out to us with topics, guests or ideas. emergentcf@gmail.com
Thank you for listening!
Kevin Murphy drops by to revisit his 2016 paper, Community Foundation Business Model Disruption in the 21st Century. He also discusses endowments, current trends, why we all got it wrong when it comes to Reading Railroad in Monopoly (it's Redding folks) and his new found affection for Spotify.
Mentions Include:
This Will Not Pass- Jonathan Martin
Community Foundation Business Model Disruption in the 21st Century
Berks County Community Foundation
Monopoly
Spotify
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Joe Sorenson stops by to discuss how the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines works with their affiliates. What creates a successful growth trajectory - spoiler alert it's not all about raising money. We also learn of Joe's love for Iowa and his recent Shine Down concert with his mom.
Mentions include:
Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines
Shinedown
Birkman Method Assessment
Des Moines Iowa
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Randy Royster stops by to discuss how collaboration has really impacted the response to wildfires in New Mexico. Randy also discusses his career, his community, and his surprising disco dancing past.
Mentions include:
The Albuquerque Community Foundation
Council on Foundations
New Mexico Wildfire Relief
Micki Hilton and the First Hilton Hotel
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
The Frontier Restaurant
Disco
Events/Learning OpportunitiesList of upcoming conferences
Associations to Join
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
CEO of The Oakville CF, Wendy Rinella, stops by to share her dislike for the traditional method of grantmaking and what Oakville has done with their 'crowdfunding' type of response. We also discuss BIPOC grantmaking at Oakville and some sage advice about collaboration between foundations in the Toronto area.
Mentions include:
The Oakville Community Foundation
Wendy is All About WorkoutPop Music
Pop music is Wendy's Secret and specifically the music of Justin Beeber.
Justin Beeber? (Really?)
Weeknd
Events/Learning Opportunities
- Philanthropy and Covid 19: Examining Two Years of Giving and What's Next
- Grantmaker Ethics and Accountability
- CEO Net Retreat - Save the Date! September 7 - 9th
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Sarah McLeod Judson, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana, joins the podcast this week to discuss the progress of their disaster and rebuilding efforts in Southwest Louisiana.
Mentions include:
Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana
RecommendationsBen Franklin PBS
Recast your City - How to Save Your Downtown with Small-Scale Manufacturing
Events/Learning Opportunities
- Uniting Americans through Service: The Power of AmeriCorps and Philanthropy Working in Partnership
- Grantmaker Ethics and Accountability
- CEO Net Retreat - Save the Date! September 7 - 9th
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
Executive Director of the DeKalb County Community Foundation, Dan Templin, drops by to describe their successful Giving Day event. This event, started in 2014, raised $199,000 in its first year and now raises more than $1M! Dan describes the event's history, outcomes and future. He also provides some advice to those who are new to the CF field.
Special thanks to Andy Eppler (Ando) for "Nothing to Lose" as our Intro. "Nothing to Lose" is from his Album Lonely Disco: Lust Letters to My Friends. Check out more of Andy's music at andyeppler.com
Mentions include:
DeKalb County Community Foundation
Give DeKalb County
TV recommendationThe First Lady
Events/Learning Opportunities
- Uniting Americans through Service: The Power of AmeriCorps and Philanthropy Working in Partnership
- Grantmaker Ethics and Accountability
- CEO Net Retreat - Save the Date! September 7 - 9th
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
President and CEO Chris Quaka and Dr. Maria Chávez-Haroldson discuss the Equity, Diversity and Inclusiveness work at the Benton Community Foundation in Corvallis Oregon. Both describe the work and how it's transformed Benton CFs approach to community issues, engagement and their day-to-day activites.
Special thanks to Andy Eppler (Ando) for "Nothing to Lose" as our Intro. "Nothing to Lose" is from his Album Lonely Disco: Lust Letters to My Friends. Check out more of Andy's music at andyeppler.com
Mentions include:
Benton Community Foundation
Dr. Maria Chávez-Haroldson Bio
Dr. Maria Chávez-Haroldson Linkedin
Chris Quaka, President CEO of Benton CF
Book Recommendations
- What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing - Dr. Bruce Perry
- Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students - Zaretta Hammond
- The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World - Dorie Clark
Music
Creedance Clearwater Revival
Radiohead (EmergentCF takes no responsibility for this mention)
Events/Learning Opportunities
Effective Philanthropy for Advisors Opportunities
ESG Forum from The American College
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
AiP
American College of Financial Services
President and CEO Eric Pearson discusses the opportunities and innovative programs at the El Paso Community Foundation. El Paso CF doesn't shrink away from risk taking. In this episode Eric describes the array of programs at the El Paso CF and the innovative ways they are improving their community.
Special thanks to Andy Eppler (Ando) for "Nothing to Lose" as our Intro. "Nothing to Lose" is from his Album Lonely Disco: Lust Letters to My Friends. Check out more of Andy's music at andyeppler.com
Mentions include:
El Paso Community Foundation
Kurt Vonnegut
Kurt Vonnegut Mother NightEvents/Learning Opportunities
Rural Ozarks Leadership Conference
Building Ties with DAF Donors - Where to Start
Trust Based Philanthropy Project - Session 4: Cultivating Trust-Based Leadership
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
Today, Katie Dearing Community 101 Coordinator describes this youth philanthropy program that not only teaches students the value of philanthropy but also helps with critical thinking, business and leadership skills. To date the program has 42 classes and impacted 900 students
Special thanks to Andy Eppler (Ando) for "Nothing to Lose" as our Intro. "Nothing to Lose" is from his Album Lonely Disco: Lust Letters to My Friends. Check out more of Andy's music at andyeppler.com
Mentions include:
Oregon Community Foundation - Community 101
Trust Based Philanthropy
Ted Lasso
Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast
Community Foundation of the Ozarks
Events/Learning Opportunities
Rural Ozarks Leadership Conference
Building Ties with DAF Donors - Where to Start
Trust Based Philanthropy Project - Session 4: Cultivating Trust-Based Leadership
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
Rosemary Dorsa stops by to discuss the KACF Growing Community Foundation Conference, her career in the field, her affection for the Beatles, and a new book she's reading. Eric stumbles around where Wichita is in proximity to the midwest.
The podcast concludes with a news quickfire from around the field.
Special thanks to Andy Eppler (Ando) for "Nothing to Lose" as our Intro. "Nothing to Lose" is from his Album Lonely Disco: Lust Letters to My Friends. Check out more of Andy's music at andyeppler.com
Mentions include:
Kansas Association of Community Foundations
Indiana Philanthropy Alliance
Trust Based Philanthropy
The Beatles
Agents of InfluenceEvents/Learning
AdNet Summit - September 15 in Chicago
Growing CF Conference, October, 2022 Wichita, KS
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022, Reno NV
Exponent Philanthropy - October, 2022 Minneapolis, MN
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
Council on Foundations
Lexi Oestreich, Program Director at Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation describes how their impact investing program works - hitting a goal of $1M invested in their community. She also details how learning stories from their grantees helps inform and impact their donors.
Lexi Oestrich is responsible for the Foundation's annual grant round, scholarships, caring catalog, community engagement and is the nonprofit liaison for the Foundation. She oversees special programs and initiatives, community/special events and nonprofit services. She joined the Foundation in January 2014.
Lexi is a graduate from Minnesota State University Moorhead with a bachelor's degree in public health. She is mom of three and enjoys spending her time with her family watching football and enjoying Minnesota lake country.
Mentions includeFargo-Moorhead Area Foundation
The Storytelling Fundraiser: The Brain, Behavioral Economics, and Fundraising Story
Council on Foundation's - CFE Essentials CourseEvents/Learning
A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities (ABFE) 2022 annual conference - Harambee, April 21-23, Washington DC
Growing CF Conference, October, 2022 Wichita, KS
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022, Reno NV
Exponent Philanthropy - October, 2022 Minneapolis, MN
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
EmergentCF.com
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Dr. Russell James joins the program today to discuss how to make an EPIC Fundraising Ask: the story principles of successful major gift requests. Russell details the science and story principles behind powerful major gift requests. He shares examples of the hero's journey and discusses the phrases and strategies that work in the real world to make a compelling fundraising ask.
Mentions includeDr. Russell James
Texas Tech University - School of Financial Planning
The Epic FundraiserEvents/Learning
A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities (ABFE) 2022 annual conference - Harambee, April 21-23, Washington DC
Growing CF Conference, October, 2022 Wichita, KS
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022, Reno NV
Exponent Philanthropy - October, 2022 Minneapolis, MN
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
EmergentCF.com
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Monica Merante, Senior Director, Philanthropic Services at Central New York Community Foundation joins the podcast this week. She describes their Give 5 for CNY initiative and their Black Equity and Excellence program. Finally, she mentions her passion for collecting T-Rex figures and her 'weighty' book recommendation, Stillness Is the Key. In his book, Author Ryan Holiday draws on timeless Stoic and Buddhist philosophy to show why slowing down is the secret weapon for those charging ahead.
Mentions include
Central New York Community Foundation
Black Equity and Excellence Fund
5forCNY
Stillness Is the Key book by Ryan HolidayEvents/Learning
A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities (ABFE) 2022 annual conference - Harambee, April 21-23, Washington DC
Growing CF Conference, October, 2022 Wichita, KS
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022, Reno NV
Exponent Philanthropy - October, 2022 Minneapolis, MN
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
EmergentCF.com
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Jenn Owens, President and CEO of the Arlington Community Foundation discusses the Shared Prosperity Initiative and Arlington's Guaranty program. The Shared Prosperity Initiative engages the business, government, and nonprofit sectors to mitigate displacement of very low-income residents and allow these residents to continue to contribute to Arlington’s economic viability and diverse community fabric. Arlington's Guaranty pilot program aims to provide unconditional cash relief of $500 to 200 low income working families in Arlington every month for 18 months.
Jenn also provides her pespective on where community foundation professionals should get connected, her approach to leadership, and her book recomendation, Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts .
Mentions include
Arlington Community Foundation
Kresge Foundation
21/64
Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don't Have All the Facts Events/Learning
Growing CF Conference, October, 2022 Wichita, KS
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022, Reno NV
Exponent Philanthropy - October, 2022 Minneapolis, MN
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
NSPA - National Scholarship Providers Association
EmergentCF.com
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In this episode we are joined by Joanne Cohen, VP of Philanthropic Resources at the Community Foundation For Northeast Florida. Joanne shares her love of asking the right questions that help donors identify their philanthropic passions. She also identifies some tips on where to get involved to learn more about the field if you're new to community foundations.
Mentions:
Community Foundation for Northeast Florida
Events/Learning
Growing CF Conference, October, Witchita, KS
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022, Reno NV
AdNet - ESG Investing: Not a fad. It’s mainstream - Webinar
Exponent Philanthropy - October, 2022 Minneapolis, MN
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
NSPA - National Scholarship Providers Association
21- 64
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A new podcast specifically for the communty foundation world. Ideas and events that shape the trends in the field. Subscribe whereever you get your podcast content
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In the inaugural EmergentCF podcast, Eric is joined by Brad Ward, Regional Director, Community Foundations at Foundant Technologies. Brad provides insights and opinions of the trends within Community Foundations and shares some new developments at the El Paso Community Foundation to address teacher training.
Mentions
El Paso Community Foundation
Events/Learning
Growing CF Conference
Charitable Gift Planners - October 2022
Council on Foundations Webinars
AdNet - ESG Investing: Not a fad. It’s mainstream - Webinar
Associations
Advancement Network (AdNet)
CEONet
ProNet
CommA
NSPA - National Scholarship Providers Association
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