Pre-Conference Institutes
Sunday, September 11
Pre-conference institutes will focus on the craft of grantmaking related to two cross-cutting themes: Place-based Philanthropy; and Boys and Men of Color. Held Sunday before the conference, the institutes are in-depth, content-rich sessions designed to give each participant a new framework, skill or tool to use in his or her own work. View descriptions for each pre-conference institute.
Host Event
Monday, September 12
A highlight of the Conference will be the Host Event, which will be held on Monday evening at the Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM). Since its founding in 1984, the CJM has engaged audiences of all ages and backgrounds through dynamic exhibitions and programs that explore contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history, art, and ideas. Dynamic and welcoming, the CJM is a place to experience art, music, film, literature, debate, and—most importantly—people.
Off-Site Sessions
Tuesday, September 13
Off-site sessions conducted throughout greater San Francisco Bay Area on Tuesday afternoon will build on the conference theme and content while taking advantage of the local culture and expertise. Through tours, presentations and special activities, each half-day session will showcase diverse and innovative philanthropic and nonprofit initiatives working to strengthen supports and services for children, youth, and families. View descriptions for each off-site session.
Trustee Dinner
Tuesday, September 13
The Trustee dinner is an exclusive event for Foundation Trustees and First Five Commissioners held in conjunction with the 2011 GCYF Annual Conference. The dinner will build on the overall conference theme through the lens of Trustees, featuring guest speaker Jean Ross, Executive Director of the California Budget Project. Learn more and register today.
Networking Opportunities
The annual conference program includes many opportunities for networking with colleagues through events such as:
San Francisco City Tours (Sunday) Experience unique aspects of the region such as Alcatraz, Pier 39 and the Red Bus Service through city tours (tour information provided by GCYF to attendees). View Tour Vendor Information
First-Time Attendee Breakfast (Monday) Meet new and seasoned GCYF members and conference attendees, and learn first-hand how to make the most of your Annual Conference experience.
Youth Funders Networking Breakfast (Monday) Over breakfast, network with your peers and discuss what grantmakers are doing to ensure all youth are safe, healthy, educated, employable, and equipped with the skills and tools needed to live productive and meaningful lives at the Youth Funders Networking Breakfast
Family/Community Funders Networking Breakfast (Monday) Over breakfast, network with your peers and discuss what grantmakers are doing to improve the overall health and well-being of children, youth and families.
Open Space Sessions (Tuesday) Engage colleagues with similar interests in discussion about what works, what doesn’t and what’s missing related to topics generated by attendees. Open Space sessions take advantage of the expertise and energy of the group to deepen and broaden knowledge and interest in critical issues. Propose an Open Space topic today – email your idea as a question or issue to be explored (e.g. I’m interested in talking with other grantmakers about what grantmakers can do to improve outcomes for low-income elderly women of color) by Friday, September 2, 2011 to policy@gcyf.org. Learn more about Open Spaces.
The Campaign for Grade Level Reading Breakfast (Tuesday) Over breakfast, network with your peers and discuss what grantmakers are doing to close the gap in reading achievement and raise the bar for reading proficiency.
Dine & Discover (Tuesday) Continue networking with colleagues through this structured, dinner sign-up opportunity while enjoying some of the best restaurants the city has to offer. View Recommended Restaurants
Early Childhood Funders Networking Breakfast (Wednesday) Over breakfast, network with your peers and discuss what grantmakers are doing to ensure all children develop the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills they need to learn, grow, and thrive.
Healthy Men, Healthy Communities Funders Networking Breakfast (Wednesday) Over breakfast, network with your peers and discuss what grantmakers are doing to reduce the disproportionately negative life outcomes of men and boys of color and low income communities.
Cyber Café & Social Networking (Every Day) Maintain important connections with office colleagues, grantees and family in the Cyber Café, where you can check and print your e-mail—and boarding passes, as well as learn about and engage in social networking strategies to enhance your conference experience.