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Airline Carriers
The Council on Foundations has arranged for special airfares to Minneapolis on United, Delta and Northwest Airlines. You or your travel agent can make reservations by using the following ID codes:
Delta | 1-800/241-6760 | Code: 206709 A
United | 1-800/521-4041 | Code: 549 TR
Northwest | 1-800/328-1111 | Code: NY883
Airport
Minneapolis/Saint Paul International Airport
Attire
Business casual dress is recommended for the conference. For your comfort, please dress in layers as meeting room temperatures can vary.
Audio Tapes and CD-ROMs
Audio tapes and CD-ROMs of concurrent and plenary sessions are sold during and following the conference. Order forms are available in your conference tote bag. Visit Content Management in Resource Central to purchase items.
Bus Schedule
Hotel/Conference Shuttle
Weather
Fall is one of the most beautiful times in the Twin Cities; the air begins to get crisp. Enjoy fall colors and outdoor activities by packing a windbreaker and hat. Fall also calls for tucking an umbrella in your bag.
Conference Handouts & Resource Material
The Council provides conference handouts and resource material on CD-ROM and through the Conference Agenda Builder.
Council Policies
The Council is firmly committed to fair employment practices, inclusiveness and the prohibition of sexual harassment of employees by staff, visitors or members. If you would like information on these and other policies, please contact the Council's executive office.
Media
Members of the media should request press credentials from the Council on Foundations media department. For more information, please contact Jeff Martin, Director, Media Relations, 202/467-0265.
Meals
Meals are included in your registration fee on the day(s) on which you are registered. Individuals who are eligible for conference registration: a limited number of extra meal tickets will be available for purchase at the registration desk.
Meeting Room Space
Seating in all conference sessions is first-come, first-served. Meeting room assignments are based on past session attendance. If a session is overcrowded, we regret the inconvenience and welcome your suggestions for future improvements.
Name Badges
Your name badge serves as your ticket and is required for admission to all conference functions, including meals, sessions and the evening networking event. Board members and trustees of foundations can be identified by conference ribbon.
Resource Central
Located in Ballroom B, Level One of the Minneapolis Convention Center, Resource Central is the hub of the conference. You'll find exhibitor showcases and information on diverse program topics and affinity groups, as well as publications from the Council and sample resources from member foundations and corporate giving programs. Come to Resource Central to:
Talk with colleagues, relax or enjoy light refreshments;
Check your e-mail or surf the Internet at the Cyber Café;
Learn about the latest products and services at exhibitor booths;
Get details about services provided by the Council on Foundations;
Purchase Council publications;
Collect annual reports;
View Council Award Winners materials, and
Learn about the affinity groups that can help your grantmaking.
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