florida philanthropic network september 8, 2011 effectively engaging with foundations
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Florida Philanthropic Network
September 8, 2011
Effectively Engaging with Foundations
Florida Philanthropic Network
FPN is a statewide association of grantmakers working to strengthen philanthropy through research, education and public policy.
FPN Members
o 64 Member Organizationso $6 Billion in Assetso Over $420 Million Annual Giving
FPN’s Mission for Florida
• Foster cooperation and collaboration among business, government and nonprofit organizations.
• Advance sound public policy that includes nonprofit sector perspectives.
• Promote and develop philanthropy in Florida.
FL Grantmaking by Geographic Area
Where Florida Grant Dollars Originated
FL Grantmaking by Geographic Area
Where Florida Grant Dollars Went
FL Grantmaking by Subject Area
Total Florida Charitable Giving
74.5%
15.9%
9.6% Individuals
Bequests
Foundations
Florida Foundation Giving
$1.00
$1.10
$1.20
$1.30
$1.40
$1.50
$1.60
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
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s
FL Grantmakers’ Changes in 2011
Increase Decrease No Change
Capacity building/strategic planning grants
35% 3% 62%
General/operating support 18% 3% 79%
Program support 18% 5% 76%
Multi-year grants 11% 14% 75%
Support for renewal grants 9% 9% 82%
Support for capital campaigns 4% 22% 74%
Foundation Trends: 2011
Focus on Collaboration Among Funders
Public Policy Engagement/Public-Private Partnerships
Workforce/Economic Development Involvement
Foundation Trends: 2011
Foundations & Public Policy Engagement
• 24% of foundations engaged in public policy-related activities
• 55% of these foundations increased their public policy engagement in past 5 years
• 91% of FPN members believe it is important for FPN to develop relationships with Florida policymakers & officials
Source: The Foundation Center, December 2010, FPN Member Survey
Download the Report
Giving in Florida, 2011 Edition
fpnetwork.org/ourresearch
Download the Report
2011 Florida Grantmaking Outlook Report
fpnetwork.org/ourresearch
Panelists
Jane Soltis, VP ProgramsEckerd Family Foundation
Mark Brewer, President and CEOCommunity Foundation of Central Florida
Panelists
Discussion
How do providers/practitioners and others effectively engage with foundations?
Thank you for your participation today and for all the good work you do on behalf of Florida’s children & families.
