Family Foundations Take Center Stage in the Big Apple! But what is our role? The press casts us as villainous spendthrifts and grantees wonder whether we'll play guardian angel or grim reaper. Join the ensemble of donors, family and staff to learn governance, grantmaking and administration from a stellar cast of characters. The New York Hilton and Towers is the backdrop for exciting plenary speakers, an array of sessions and other thought provoking events. Special pre-conference activities and a delightful evening event add insight and luster.

Whether you are new to the family foundation field or an experienced grantmaker, or if you are a donor, trustee, staff or family member, come and expand your philanthropic knowledge as you experience New York City. Start spreadin' the news - join us in New York!
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    IN THE SPOTLIGHT
    Special Evening Event for Conferees!
    A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC
    Avery Fisher Hall
    Lincoln Center
    Monday, February 9, 2004
    6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
     Take center stage as you enjoy aperitifs and appetizers in the grandeur of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, home of the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, Julliard and the New York City Ballet. Reynold Levy, President of Lincoln Center will welcome you and give you a behind the scenes virtual tour of Lincoln Center followed by a short performance by The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Complete your evening with a late dinner reservation at a restaurant near Lincoln Center.

    Special thanks to Fern C. Portnoy, Director of Major Gifts and Special Projects, Lincoln Center, for her tireless help in planning this affair. Thanks also to Dr. Annette Rickel, President of the Annette Urso Rickel Foundation and to the Chamber Music Society for making the performance possible.

    Leading Men & Leading Ladies
    CONFERENCE PLENARY SPEAKERS
    Bill Clinton
    "Our Shared Challenge:
    Philanthropy on a Global Scale"
    In conjunction with the William J. Clinton Presidential Foundation, the former President has worked on a variety of issues. Clinton will share his views on the important role U.S. philanthropists can play in tackling vital issues on a global scale.

    SPECIAL NOTES
    Admission to this event is by ticket only.
    Conference Registrants
  • One ticket for this event is included in the conference registration fees for full conference and Tuesday-only registrants.
    Conference Non-Registrants
  • Council members not registered for the conference may attend this event by purchasing a ticket.
  • Based on eligibility requirements, non-members not registered for the conference may attend this event by purchasing a ticket.
    Charles R. Schwab &
    Carrie Schwab Pomerantz
    "A Family Dialogue on Money and Giving"
    Schwab is Founder and Chairman of the San Francisco-based Charles Schwab Corporation. Schwab Pomerantz, his daughter, is President of the company's foundation, its Vice President of consumer education and Founder of Schwab's Women's Investing Network. Relating their personal experiences with financial conversations at different life stages of their families, they will also address their involvement in family philanthropy.
    Lorraine Monroe
    "Expect Great Results-and Get Them"
    New York City's former Deputy Chancellor for Curriculum and Instruction, Monroe is now an international education and business consultant. Her personal story will inspire you to try new ideas, enrich your own lives and improve your organizations.
    Ralph Smith & Kathleen Odne
    "What's Working
    at Family Foundations?"
    Join Ralph Smith and Kathleen Odne in a conversation about the new Best Practices initiative and the important role you can play. Kathleen Odne chairs the Committee on Family Foundations and is the executive director of the Dean & Margaret Lesher Foundation in Walnut Creek, California. Ralph Smith serves on the Committee on Family Foundations and the Council on Foundations board and is senior vice president of the Annie E. Casey Foundation.

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