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 The philanthropy world is changing continually in this economic climate. It is a critical time to stay connected with funders and be updated on their practices and grant making plans. During these conversations, leading funders will discuss their strategic approach to grantmaking, the types of support they provide, how to maintain a relationship with a funder, and the best practices. The discussion will give participants the opportunity to ask questions and get in-depth answers about two of Los Angeles' leading foundations.
Jim Ferris will discuss his study on the impact of the recent economic climate on the largest foundations in the region. | Agenda: | 10:00 – 10:45
Each panelist gives an overview. 10:45 – 11:30
Q & A from moderator & audience.
11:30 - 12:00
Attendees can speak to panelists
* one-on-one;
* introduce selves,
* exchange business cards,
* ask questions.
12:00 Event concludes |
Panelists: Elizabeth S. Downs
The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation
After a career in nonprofit fundraising, Beth Downs joined the staff of The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation in 1998. Ms. Downs responsibilities include supervising program staff and investigating and evaluating grant proposals.
A California native, Ms. Downs has a BA in American Studies from Scripps College and an MA in History with an emphasis on historic resources management from the University of California at Riverside. In Los Angeles, she has worked in the area of development for the Southwest Museum, Constitutional Rights Foundation, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Dr. Dorothy Fleisher
The W.M. Keck Foundation
Dr. Fleisher is director for the W.M. Keck Foundation's Southern California Program, where she oversees grant-making in the areas of arts; cultural, civic, and community services; health care; precollegiate education, and early learning. She previously worked for United Way, where she oversaw allocations to a network of organizations and launched several major initiatives. Prior to that, she was on the field faculty at USC's School of Social Work. She is the co-convener of the Education Funders Group, a member of the Birth to Five Public/Private Partnership, and served on the LA County Children's Planning Council.
Dr. James M. Ferris
USC School of Policy, Planning & Development
James M. Ferris is the founding Director of The Center on Philanthropy and Public Policy at the University of Southern California. He is a Professor in the School of Policy, Planning, and Development and holds the Emery Evans Olson Chair in Nonprofit Entrepreneurship and Public Policy. He specializes in the economics of the public and nonprofit sectors, public finance and public policy. His research focuses on the shifting roles of the public, nonprofit and for-profit sectors in governance and the economy. Pricing Policy
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