60th Annual Conference

Marriott Marquis | Atlanta, GA | May 4–6, 2009


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Civic Engagement—A Continuum of Opportunities for Funders

Last Update: Thu, December 11, 2008
Description
Funders have important roles all along the civic engagement continuum—strengthening democracy, engaging voters, encouraging civic involvement, and providing paths to citizenship. Civic-spirited philanthropy can unleash the power of individuals and effectively promote different forms of civic action. For instance, funders are investing millions in tax-exempt voter registration and civic engagement efforts and working to increase participation in communities of color. What lessons can be learned for future efforts? The session will also cover smart and ethical principles and practices for foundations’ public interest advocacy efforts.
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Session Detail
Time: Wed, May 06, 2009 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Presenter(s):

Ana Garcia-Ashley
Speaker
Director Southern Territory
Atlantans Building Leadership for Empowerment (ABLE)

Jason Franklin
Committee Liaison
Lecturer on Public Administration
North Star Fund

Kristopher Smith
Co-designer
Program Director
Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities

L. Benjamin Starrett
Co-designer, Moderator
Executive Director
Funders' Network for Smart Growth and Livable Communities

Larry Ottinger
Speaker
President
Center for Lobbying in the Public Interest

Nancy Van Milligen MPA
Speaker
President and CEO
Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque

Thomasina Williams
Speaker
Program Officer
Ford Foundation

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