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In her latest message to members and supporters ABFE's New President and CEO, Susan Taylor Batten, encourages all of us to promote equity in philanthropy in spite of these tough economic times. Read more...
‘Family Matters’ is a NEW ABFE report directly challenging commonly held perceptions of "the Black family". This is a must read report for not only grantmakers but for policymakers and family and child advocates alike. The report examines three issues that have a substantial impact on Black families and Black communities -- foster care, fatherhood and identity development. Read more...
Click here for Coverage and Highlights from ABFE's 2009 Annual Meeting and Program. ABFE extends a special thanks to our members, supporters and friends for a wonderful annual meeting in Atlanta. Thank You!
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) has released two reports which are good resources to the African American community: The Resource Guide on Recovery Act for African Americans and Breaking Barriers: Plotting the Path to Academic Success for School-age African-American Males. Read more…
Be a Guest Columnist to share your perspectives that add to the work we all do in philanthropy! ABFE has opened its website for current members and supporters to share their opinion and perspective on matters related to philanthropy and the Black community. Click here for Guest Columnist guidelines and to read the latest column.
"ON MESSAGE," a ABFE-HIP report on using strategic communications to advance social change in Black and Latino communities.
View "ON MESSAGE" Highlights, Executive Summary and Full Report.
"Stepping Up and Stepping Out" a report profiling examples of philanthropic organizations that have stepped up by making investments with a specific intent to create opportunities for black males in their respective communities; and in doing so have stepped out on the proverbial limb.
View "STEPPING UP and STEPPING OUT," Highlights and Full Report.
Dori J. Maynard, President of the Maynard Institute for Journalism Education, responds to ABFE member questions from the 2008 Spotlight Panel, Hard Truths: Media's Impact on the Black Community and How Philanthropy Can Respond, held at this year's COF at National Harbor, Maryland. Read more...
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July 31-August 2, 2009 Association of Small Foundations |
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August 20-23, 2009 A Rejuvenation Retreat for Black Philanthropy Professionals |
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September 14-16, 2009 Philanthropy Northwest |
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September 16-18, 2009 Funders Concerned About AIDS |
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September 22-24, 2009 Grantmakers for Children, Youth and Families |
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September 24-26, 2009 Conference of Southwest Foundations |
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October 5-7, 2009 Grantmakers for Education |
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October 5-7, 2009 Council on Foundations |
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October 13-15, 2009 Neighborhood Funders Group |
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October 25-27, 2009 Grantmakers Forum of New York |