Check out this blog post on Philanthropy New York by EPIP-New York Leadership & Development Co-Chair Beth Herz. In the post, Beth recaps a recent funders briefing that dealt with the issue of rising political attacks against advocacy organizations and the roles funders could play in  responding. An excerpt from the post: Read more

REDF is currently hiring: Portfolio Associate  2 Farber Fellows (SF & LA) Read more

Streetside Stories is currently hiring a Development Manager East Bay Community Foundation is currently hiring a Director of Donor Servicing and Administrative Support Read more

While we hope that our readers will continue checking out this blog, we wanted to share with you all another vital resource for keeping up with the chapter’s activities and other field-related news: our Twitter account (@epipny)! If you’re on Twitter, please follow us to learn about upcoming events, meet-ups, and to share your own thoughts with us. We would love to hear from you! So follow us at twitter.com/epipny! Read more

EPIP Bay Area is volunteering at At the Crossroads! Wednesday, February 22 4:00pm – 7:00pm At the Crossroads 33 Valencia St, Ste 320, SF, CA 94103 RSVP via Eventbrite Space is limited. Read more

At this point, we hope our members and readers are gearing up for the 2012 EPIP National Conference in Los Angeles. The conference promises to be 3 days of learning, networking, and fun with peers in philanthropy and other leaders in the field. So, register before February 1 in time for the early bird registration deadline through the conference website. Read more

EPIP Seattle is officially opening the “Take Me to TFN!” Conference Scholarship Contest. One very fortunate EPIP Seattle member will win a full scholarship to attend TFN’s Annual Conference, which is coming to Seattle March 26-28, 2012, and will be featured on EPIP Seattle’s blog and TFN’s national website. Read more

The EPIP National Conference is taking place in sunny Los Angeles, CA on April 26-28, 2012. Are you eager to attend the 2012 EPIP National Conference but having difficulty covering your costs? Is your employer able to contribute towards your participation but not 100%? Read more

In conjunction with the TFN conference coming to Seattle, WA on March 26-28, EPIP Seattle is planning a special funders mixer and dinner for all interested EPIP Seattle members. This will be a chance to mix and mingle not just with your fellow EPIPers, but with TFN conference attendees (i.e. a variety of funders from across the country visiting our beautiful Emerald City)! Read more

EPIP members of color are eligible to receive up to $1,000 to attend any 2012 philanthropy conference or gathering. There are 2 application deadlines: Round 1: To attend a conference in January – June 2012 Deadline to Apply: Friday, January 13, 2012 (submit by 5pm ET) Round 1 is closed Round 2: To attend a conference in July – December 2012 Deadline to Apply: Friday, March 30, 2012 (submit by 5pm ET)   Learn more about the Professional Development Fund program. Read more