Building Resident Power & Capacity for Change
An “on the ground” reflection about what it takes for funders to work effective with low-income communities. This report is a set of reflections that began
July 31, 2011
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Category: Training & Resources
Sharing the Learning: The Living Room Meeting
One way that Grassroots Grantmakers connects and strengthens funders who are working from a “we begin with residents” perspective is to share innovative practices and
July 31, 2011
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Sharing the Learning: Fighting Foreclosure – What You Can Do in Your Neighborhood
A Special Publication from Grassroots Grantmakers and Neighborhood Connections Some cities like Cleveland have dealt with the foreclosure problem long before it became a national
July 31, 2011
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Who Decides? Options for Grant Review & Selection
Grassroots grantmaking practitioners utilize several different models for managing grant review and decision-making. Several of the most frequently used models are described below, with possible
July 31, 2011
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Do’s and Don’ts for Technical Assistance
Here are some points for funders to keep in mind when designing a program of technical assistance for grassroots groups. Do give the grassroots group
July 31, 2011
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Technical Assistance Models
Technical assistance – help in all forms for grassroots groups – is an essential component of effective grassroots grantmaking programs. Designing the most effective technical
July 31, 2011
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How to Staff: Pros & Cons of Four Common Models
There are several commonly-utilized models to staff grassroots grantmaking programs – all with their pros and cons, with the right model dependent on a funding
July 31, 2011
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Want Stories?
April 26, 2011 Moderator: Janis Foster Richardson, Executive Director Grassroots Grantmakers Presenters: Anne-Marie Taylor, Executive Director Indianapolis Neighborhood Resource Center Marc McAleavey, Public Allies Site
April 26, 2011
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Soul of the Community: Insights on Community Attachment & Why It Matters
February 15, 2011 Soul of the Community: Insights on Community Attachment & Why It Matters from Janis Foster Richardson on Vimeo. Loflin Presentation for Soul
February 15, 2011
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NeighborCircles and Circle Practice: Applications for Grassroots Grantmaking
October 26, 2010 PowerPoint Presentation: NeighborCircles & Circle Practice Background Materials: The NeighborCircles Approach: A Practical Guide for Hosts, Facilitators and Organizers NeighborCircles Participant Evaluation
October 26, 2010
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