Funder Panel
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About the event
Join us for a candid conversation with representatives from foundations serving your community as they share what their funding priorities, common pitfalls to avoid, and get your questions answered. This program is presented in partnership with the Taos Community Foundation.
Additional Information
This event is part of the Learning Hub program On the Ground. The Santa Fe Community Foundation proudly offers the Learning Hub as an educational space for nonprofit board, executive directors, staff members, and donors. Each year, the Hub offers dozens of events, workshops, and learning circles that promote leadership, skill building, and peer-supported growth.
Through moderated discussion and Q&A, you'll learn:
- What funders really look for in proposals
- How decisions are actually made
- Current trends shaping foundation giving
- Best practices for building funder relationships
- Common mistakes that sink applications
Perfect for:
- Executive Directors
- Development Directors
- Board Members
Note: While panelists will discuss their foundations' general approaches and priorities, they cannot accept or discuss specific proposals during this event.
Pre-Work: Participants will receive panelist bios and foundation profiles one week before the event. Review these materials to make the most of the Q&A session.
Meet the people leading the conversation
Meet the people leading the conversation
Meet the people leading the conversation
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