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Grantmaking 101 at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

October 26, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Join us for an interactive discussion about how nonprofits work and what to look for when considering a grant - with a special focus on how grantmaking works at SV2. We'll also cover the many avenues for engagement as an SV2 Partner, including tips for successful involvement in grantmaking and Grantee advising. This will be a fun and informal chance to get answers to all of your questions, no matter how big or small! (And if you can't make it but have questions, just email Lindsay and we can…See More
Apr 1
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Special Workshops on Fundraising and Board Governance at SV2 Office

January 30, 2013 from 8:30am to 4pm
We're bringing national expert Chuck Loring to town to offer 2 very special workshops.  Partners who attended his SV2 Workshop 1.5 years ago will testify that he marries experience with humor to explain "Why Fundraising is NOT about Asking for Money" and to empower nonprofit board members. All SV2 Partners interested in…See More
Apr 1
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Workshop on the "Life Cycle of a Nonprofit" at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

November 28, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Want to be helpful to a nonprofit? Then you need to understand its current challenges the opportunities. Our teachers Lindsay Austin Louie (SV2), Alex Bernadotte (Beyond 12) and Lisa Nash (Blue Planet Network) will walk you through the Start Up, Adolescent, and Mature phases of nonprofits, and discuss how Partners can be most helpful to Grantees at each stage of their development. Lunch provided. This event is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email …See More
Apr 1
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International Grant Round Meeting at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

April 11, 2013 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
We'll be narrowing to two organizations for final presentations and hearing the legal perspective about hybrid models (organizations that combine aspects of nonprofits and for-profits). All interested Partners are welcome to attend the beginning of the meeting (11:30-12:15) to learn about hybrid models.This event is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email rsvp@sv2.org.See More
Apr 1
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Lisa Downey posted a blog post

Innovation at Pie Ranch

I recently interviewed Jered Lawson, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Pie Ranch about some of the innovative projects he's working on right now.Q: Tell us about some of the more unusual visitors you’ve had recently at Pie Ranch.A: We are developing a great relationship with Google, and earlier this season welcomed…See More
Mar 26
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Q&A with Medic Mobile

I had the pleasure of speaking with Josh Nesbit, Executive Director of SV2 Grantee Medic Mobile: Q: What have been the recent highlights for Medic Mobile?A: The last few days have been very exciting. President Clinton announced our projects in Liberia and Kenya during the closing ceremony at the Clinton Global…See More
Dec 18, 2012
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Lisa Downey posted an event

SV2 Kids at Family Giving Tree at Cupertino

December 15, 2012 from 9am to 11am
By popular demand, The Family Giving Tree is back in December! This is an amazing organization that is so well organized and an extremely meaningful service opportunity for our kids. Partners and their children will help provide gifts to local children and experience the joy of giving. Come help sort, organize, and wrap donated gifts in the Cupertino warehouse on Saturday, December 15th, from 9-11 a.m. This is a VERY popular event, so please RSVP ASAP if you think you want to come. This…See More
Nov 7, 2012
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Q&A with Beyond 12

I had the pleasure of interviewing a current SV2 Grantee - Alex Bernadotte, Executive Director of Beyond 12:Q: What motivates you to do Beyond 12's work of helping first-generation college students succeed in college?A: Only 9% of students from low-income families complete a bachelor's degree by their mid-20s. That fact fuels…See More
Nov 6, 2012
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Beyond 12 Advising Meeting at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

December 4, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Bring your best thinking and all your experience to the room for a strategy session with Beyond 12. When you RSVP, you'll be sent details of the topic for discussion.This meeting is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email rsvp@sv2.org.See More
Oct 12, 2012
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Lisa Downey updated an event

SV2 Holiday Party at at the home of SV2 Board Member Lyn Christenson

December 10, 2012 from 6pm to 9pm
Please join us for a festive evening including delicious hors d'oeurves, good wine, and great conversation with SV2 Partners and friends.This event is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. Please click here to RSVP.See More
Oct 12, 2012
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Health Grant Round Kickoff at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

October 16, 2012 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Get in on the ground floor of this brand-new grantmaking group! Join us as panelists Lori Andersen (The Health Trust), Dr. Tom Bodenheimer (UCSF) and Dr. Tom Robinson (Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and Stanford University) address the topic, "Checking Silicon Valley's Vital Signs: Top Concerns Affecting Health Locally."This meeting is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email rsvp@sv2.org.See More
Oct 11, 2012
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Environment Grant Round Meeting at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

October 18, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
We'll have a Speakers' Panel to explore the topics of Water and Environmental Education/Leadership. Our speakers will be Jim Fiedler, COO of Santa Clara County Water District, and Carol Olson, Director of Environment & Stewardship Programs at the Morgan Family Foundation. Come with your questions! Regardless of whether you're participating in this year's Environment Grant Round, please come learn from our expert speakers about water issues and environmental education.This meeting is for SV2…See More
Oct 11, 2012
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Medic Mobile Advising Meeting at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

November 1, 2012 from 12pm to 2pm
Bring your best thinking and all your experience to the room for a strategy session with Medic Mobile. When you RSVP, you'll be sent details of the topic for discussion.This event is for SV2 Partners and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email rsvp@sv2.org.See More
Oct 11, 2012
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First Friday Lunch at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

November 2, 2012 from 12pm to 1:30pm
Do you want to make your individual philanthropy more strategic? Perhaps you want to focus your giving around a few causes where you feel most passionate, rather than giving $100 here and $500 there just because a friend asked you to. Perhaps you want to be ready to respond to the appeal letters you'll…See More
Oct 11, 2012
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Education Grant Round Meeting at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

November 6, 2012 from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Join us for "The Promise (and Challenges) of Blended Learning", a panel discussion with:Gisele Huff, Board Chair, Innosight InstituteJulie Mikuta, Partner, New Schools Venture Fund Mike Lorion, VP & General Manager of Education, Common Sense Media This event is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email rsvp@sv2.org.See More
Oct 11, 2012
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Pie Ranch Advising Meeting at SV2 - 4966 El Camino Real, Suite 101, Los Altos

November 12, 2012 from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Come spend 2 hours as part of Pie Ranch's brain trust! Bring your experience and ideas to the table for social good. Open to all SV2 Partners, first-time attendees welcome! When you RSVP, you'll be sent details of the topic for discussion.This event is for SV2 Partners, and those interested in becoming Partners. To RSVP, please email rsvp@sv2.org.See More
Oct 11, 2012
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Innovation at Pie Ranch

I recently interviewed Jered Lawson, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Pie Ranch about some of the innovative projects he's working on right now.

Q: Tell us about some of the more unusual visitors you’ve had recently at Pie Ranch.

A: We are developing a great relationship with Google,…

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Posted on March 26, 2013 at 5:30pm

Q&A with Medic Mobile

I had the pleasure of speaking with Josh Nesbit, Executive Director of SV2 Grantee Medic Mobile:

Q: What have been the recent highlights for Medic Mobile?

A: The last few days have been very exciting. President Clinton announced our projects in Liberia and Kenya during the…

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Posted on December 18, 2012 at 4:34pm

Q&A with Beyond 12

I had the pleasure of interviewing a current SV2 Grantee - Alex Bernadotte, Executive Director of Beyond 12:

Q: What motivates you to do Beyond 12's work of helping first-generation college students succeed in college?

A: Only 9% of students from low-income families complete a…

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Posted on November 6, 2012 at 5:00pm

Q&A with the National Foster Youth Action Network

I had the pleasure of interviewing a past SV2 Grantee - Janet Knipe, Executive Director of National Foster Youth Action Network: 

Q: What impact has SV2 had on the National Youth Foster Action Network?

A: The Action Network was only an idea in my…

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Posted on October 10, 2012 at 2:04pm

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