2012 Heart of Philanthropy Retreat: A Leadership and Renewal Retreat for Philanthropy Professionals [cancelled]

Registration is closed.

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The fulfilling work of being a grantmaker doesn't come without its own price. The process of grantmaking—vetting multiple proposals at any given time, having to tell prospective grantees "no", and demonstrating the impact of one's grantmaking—can take an emotional toll. While grantmakers are passionate about their work, it's equally important that they take time to intentionally nurture and sustain that passion throughout their careers.

NCG and California Philanthropy are pleased to present Heart of Philanthropy (HOP), a unique leadership development retreat designed for seasoned grantmakers and the challenges they face to sustain vigor in their practice. HOP provides grantmakers with the space and quiet to rekindle their enthusiasm for their work. HOP is also a rare opportunity for grantmakers to slow down and reflect on their individual and work selves; renewing a sense of vocational vitality and benefiting from developing a trusted peer group that will continue to provide inspiration and support long after the retreat.

Come Join Us To

• Reconnect with the passion and values that brought you to this field;
• Reinvigorate your grantmaking practice; and
• Connect with your peers throughout California who face the same challenges in sustaining their connection to the work.

Facilitator

Estrus Tucker is an independent consultant, facilitator, writer, storyteller and keynote speaker specializing in small and large group facilitation, designing and leading conversations and retreats across the country in support of personal, professional and community renewal, transformation, healing and reconciliation.

Estrus is a seasoned practitioner of the Circles of Trust, Habits of the Heart, Social Change for Leadership Development and other models of civic engagement. Estrus has over twenty five years of executive management and board leadership experience in the nonprofit sector, and currently serves on the National Center for Courage and Renewal Board of Directors, Tarrant County Workforce Development Board and several other national, regional and local Boards and Commissions. Estrus is an alumnus of the University of Texas at Arlington, Leadership Fort Worth and the John Ben Shepherd Texas Public Leadership Forum.

What to Expect at HOP

• Group reflective exercises led by Center for Courage and Renewal facilitator designed to guide participants through a process of reconnecting who they are with what they do.
• Scheduled personal time.
• Opportunities for nature walks.
• The chance to build relationships with other grantmakers from across the state.
• A beautiful, removed and quiet setting. The Commonweal Retreat Center in Bolinas is located on a beautiful 60-acre site at the edge of the Pacific Ocean in the Point Reyes National Seashore.
• Locally grown food and vegetarian meals prepared by Retreat Center staff.
• Private quarters in a rustic setting.

Schedule Overview

• August 9: retreat begins at 3 pm
• August 10: activities scheduled throughout day
• August 11: retreat concludes at 1 pm
  

Who Should Attend

This retreat is intended for mid-level to senior staff of philanthropic institutions, including donors, trustees and foundation staff with a minimum of three years' experience. 

Cost

NCG/SCG/SDG Member Rate:  $650
Non-Member Funder Rate: $800