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  In recognition of Black History month, read about ABFE's history and influence in philanthropy.

ABFE Call for Board Nominations!  Self-nomination welcome.  Please read the letter and download the form.  The deadline is Friday, February 12, 2010.


NEW ABFE News and Updates - January 2010 Issue: Understanding Healthcare Reform Legislation and Implications for Black Communities - Interview with Brian D. Smedley, Vice President and Director, Health Policy Institute of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies. Also read what leaders in the field have to say about healthcare reform legislation. 


 NEW - Help for Haiti....Like the world, ABFE is deeply concerned about the well being and future of the Haitian people in the wake of the worst earthquake to hit the region in 200 years. If you want to send help, here is a list of organizations.


  NEW - Transforming Race 2010 Conference in Columbus, Ohio on March 11-13th, 2010.  The Kirwan Institute and this conference are dedicated to the proposition that we can transform the meanings and operations of race through informed dialogue, practicesand policies that create and expand opportunity for all.  For details and registration visit Transforming-race.org.


  NEW - SAVE the DATE ABFE's Annual Meeting will be held April 23rd and 24th in Denver, Colorado.  Details coming soon!


ABFE President, Susan Taylor Batten, interviewed on WBEZ radio (Chicago) about diversity and governance for an investigative report on The Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago. 


The 2010 Census date is quickly approaching. Click here to read what is at stake for Black communities and what ABFE members can do.


 ‘Family Matters’ is a NEW ABFE report directly challenging commonly held perceptions of "the Black family". This is a must read report for grantmakers, policymakers and family and child advocates.  Read more...


 Be an ABFE Guest Columnist and share your perspective!  Click here for guidelines.


 

 

Upcoming Events

    February 11-12, 2010
Florida Philanthropic Network

    March 16-17, 2010
Foundations on the Hill (FOTH)

    March 22-24, 2010
Association of Small Foundations

    April 12-14, 2010
Grantmakers for Effective Organizations

    April 25-27, 2010
Council on Foundations

    May 10-12, 2010
PRI Makers Network

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