CLIENT ADVISORY

Summary: The scientific understanding of the long-term effects of a healthy environment and effective parenting on the developing brains of children has never been better. The evidence has fueled a national movement among states to institutionalize early childhood education programs. Despite this momentum, foundations seeking to advance this field find that measuring effectiveness is challenging.    Continue Reading »

VIEWPOINT
By Phil Hall

Is Geography a Blind Spot in Philanthropy?

Local geography is one of the great drivers of philanthropic mission. There is a paradox here in that 1) most foundations are oriented in some way around a local geography, but 2) express themselves in terms of program. Continue Reading »

CLIENT ADVISORY

Summary: Are family dynamics getting in the way of board work? Do long-standing patterns of interaction hinder decision-making? Do you wish to avoid potential difficulties in the future if your family foundation is adding new members to its board?

At a recent workshop conducted by Mary Phillips, president of GMA Foundations, these questions were addressed, and in this client advisory, we offer the following advice on how to achieve good communication and healthy interaction – the keys to successful governance. We suggest proactive solutions that inspire purposeful interaction at board meetings and discuss interventions that can be applied in problem situations. Continue Reading »