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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Grantmaking Basics Mentor Program?
What's in it for Protégés?
How can a newcomer join the program?
What's in it for Mentors?
How can an experience grantmaker volunteer as a mentor?
What do I need to do?
When does the program launch?
Who can I contact for more information?
What is the Grantmaking Basics Mentor Program?
The Mentor Program connects experienced grantmakers with those just beginning their career. The Mentor Program is available to Council members only and is offered through the Council on Foundations and the David and Lucile Packard Foundation.
Grantmakers are matched based on similar interests and values in areas such as foundation focus, grant program areas, type of foundation, position and interests.
Mentors act as coaches to help Protégés (mentees) understand the core skills needed to succeed as grantmakers. The duo will work together to achieve the learning objectives of Grantmaking Basics Online. You'll
- Understand the grant review process
- Decipher the complexities associated with financial reports
- Organize and implement successful site visits
- Effectively evaluate and measure foundation performance
- Increase your performance at work
- Cultivate the art of board communications
- Identify professional development options for your career
- Learn to resolve tough decisions
- Discover how nonprofit partners work together
- Find out why values are essential to foundations and grantmakers
- Orient new hires to the foundation and their jobs
- Use research effectively in your grantmaking
What's in it for Protégés?
If you're a Protégé, you're new to grantmaking and want to learn more about the field of grantmaking and broaden your perspective of philanthropy.
With Grantmaking Basics Online, you'll
- Learn proven strategies, shortcuts and problem-solving techniques to help you save time and strengthen your skills
- Receive one-on-one support from a senior grantmaker
- Get a broader perspective of philanthropy
- Gather resources and references relevant to your position and foundation type
- Receive encouragement to complete the online training course
- Establish a learning-professional relationship with a veteran professional
- Increase your network of contacts in philanthropy
- Obtain a free copy of Grantmaking Basics: A Field Guide for Funders
- Receive access to Grantmaking Basics Online for two years
- Receive copies of the program description, Council policies, FAQs and Protégé guidelines
- Get computer help navigating through the course
- Earn a certificate of completion from the Council upon completing the course
How can a newcomer join the Mentor Program?
Newcomers can subscribe to the Grantmaking Basics Mentor Program by completing a protégé subscription and profile form. Click
here to become a protégé.
What's in it for Mentors?
If you're a Mentor, you're an experienced funder who will teach and counsel your Protégé, as well as guide him or her through the objectives of the online course. You'll
- Get new ideas, new perspectives and learn about new communities of giving
- Gain satisfaction in sharing your expertise with others
- Re-energize your career
- Increase your network of colleagues and mentors
- Expand your knowledge about grantmaking
- Develop your ability to lead new talent
- Give something back to your own mentor for investing in your growth
- Receive access to Grantmaking Basics Online for two years
- Receive orientation to the program via conference call
- Receive access to new chapters for 2 years
- Get a complimentary copy of Grantmaking Basics: A Field Guide for Funders
- Receive copies of the program description, Council policies, FAQs and Mentors guidelines
- Get computer help navigating through the course
How can an experience grantmaker register as a mentor?
Contact the Executive Education staff by email or call 202/467-0423 to sign-up as a mentor. Once registered, you will receive free access to the online course and resources to guide you through the mentor relationship. Mentors will be asked to complete a mentor profile to help the Council identify the right protégé match.
The Grantmaking Basics Mentor Program is a win-win situation for both grantmakers!
What do I need to do?
In general, be committed, be responsible, be open to communicating, respect confidentiality and have mutual respect for one another.
When does the program launch?
Council members can sign up for the Mentor Program today!
Who can I contact for more information?
Contact Sophie Dunbar at 202/467-0423.
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