Archive for category philanthropy
Giving Circles ~ AAPIP’s Community Philanthropy
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in AAPI communities, AAPI nonprofits, AAPI philanthropy, philanthropy on March 4, 2010
What is Community Philanthropy?
AAPIP seeks to increase, encourage and facilitate giving by and for individuals in Asian Americans/Pacific Islander communities. AAPIP’s goal is to grow and demonstrate new models of philanthropy. AAPIP’s community philanthropy is currently comprised of regional giving circles and the National Donor Circle.
What is a Giving Circle?
A giving circle is a group of volunteers raising, pooling and granting money together. Giving circles allow for a wide range of giving style, philosophy and values. Some giving circle members just donate money while others volunteer their time, skills and expertise in the organizations their giving circle funds. Giving circles also provide social networks, leadership development, peer support and learning among its members.
AAPIP incubated giving circles to support and engage individual Asian American and Pacific Islanders as donors. Since 2005, over 600 AAPI donors have pooled their money and time to award close to $600,000 to 70 API non-profit organizations. AAPIP will continue to provide technical assistance, training, leverage philanthropic resources, convening and provide leadership to giving circles as a commitment to growing philanthropy within the community, from the grassroots.
Learn About Giving Circles
Asian Pacific Community Fund seeks nominations for 2010 Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in AAPI communities, AAPI philanthropy, AAPIP, philanthropy on December 22, 2009
Visit the Asian Pacific Community Fund’s website for full details: http://apcf.org/index.php/news
2nd Annual 2010 Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Recognition Awards!
The Asian Pacific Community Fund (APCF) in partnership with Asian Americans/ Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) is seeking nominations for young individuals and organizations that have exemplified outstanding support for the Asian Pacific Islander community through their leadership and philanthropic efforts.
Two individuals and two organizations will receive awards. All nominees will be recognized. The awards will be presented at the 2nd Annual Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Recognition Awards to be held in early March. Completed nomination packages must be received by 5:00 P.M., Monday, January 25, 2010.
Apply online, or send all forms by mail to:
ATTN: ELP Recognition Awards, 1145 Wilshire Blvd. 1st Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017, or by fax to: (213) 624-6406.
For more information about the Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy Recognition Awards, contact Kristina Ramos, Marketing Associate of the Asian Pacific Community Fund, at (213) 624-6400 x4
More information available at Asian Pacific Community Fund’s website http://apcf.org/index.php/news
December 2009 ~ new AAPIP Job Announcements!
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in AAPI communities, AAPI nonprofits, AAPI philanthropy, AAPI women, AAPIP, philanthropy, social justice on December 12, 2009
AAPIP is hiring! Follow the links for more detailed information.

Founded in 1990, Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy (AAPIP) is a national membership and advocacy organization dedicated to improving Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities through philanthropy. AAPIP also seeks to advance traditional philanthropy by making it more inclusive, just, equitable, and accountable. AAPIP members include foundations, staff and trustees of grantmaking organizations, and nonprofit organizations in eight regional chapters in the United States. AAPIP engages AAPI communities and philanthropy to address unmet needs; serves as a resource for and about AAPI communities; supports and facilitates giving by and to AAPI communities; and incubates new ideas and approaches for social justice philanthropy.
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Membership Services Manager, AAPIP, San Francisco
Summary:
Located in the San Francisco national office, the Membership Services Manager is responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining and evaluating the organizations membership programs to contribute to the organizations mission and goals in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. AAPIP is expanding its membership strategy to encompass a network of members, giving circle volunteers/donors, and nonprofits/grantees; refining program strategies and activities accordingly.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Develop, implement and maintain an effective strategic membership retention and recruitment plan for each membership level to meet membership goals.
- Analyze and prepare accurate and complete membership data for reporting and strategic implications.
- Organize effective membership programs including annual membership; meeting/programs and leadership retreat within established timeframes and budget.
- Effectively develop and support existing chapters and grow new regional chapters in accordance with organization strategy.
- Effectively develop and implement national and regional programs and projects to meet organization mission and goals.
- Effectively develop and implement fundraising plan for institutional members to meet established goals.
- Develop clear, complete and concise recruitment and retention materials.
- Maintain complete and accurate databases and records including but not limited to integrated donor and membership database, current membership data and records, and current national and chapter email list servers and website pages related to membership.
- Promptly responds to requests for information about membership and follows up as appropriate including processing membership forms.
- Effectively coordinates program activities, such as annual membership meetings and events for the national office, chapters, and other funds during all phases of the event from planning to implementation.
- Provides chapter co-chair support.
- Write clear, complete and effective grant proposals and reports.
- Supports the Director, Strategic Communications in planning and implementation of Council on Foundations and AAPIP annual meeting and leadership retreat activities as well as activities for other philanthropic conferences and other affinity groups. With Research Director, develops and submits program proposals for these events.
- Prepare thorough and well-supported annual budget for assigned area of responsibility and monitor allocation of resources according to budgetary limitations.
- Identify, develop and implement opportunities for additional or improved services and procedures to ensure program services are delivered in accordance with policy and organization mission and goals and to meet membership and communication needs.
- Actively participate in the development of organizational goals. Develop, recommend, and administer organization policy and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May select and direct the work of consultants and volunteers.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of activities related to membership, development, preferably in a philanthropy or community service organization as evidenced by a minimum of 3 years related experience..
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen effectively, to select and use appropriate communication methods, and to present ideas and information effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to routine and non-routine inquiries or issues from members, the media and the general public.
- Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to conclusion.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve problems that balance multiple needs and interests.
- Demonstrated ability to respond to changing and sometimes ambiguous situations.
- Demonstrated ability to use sound and accurate judgment.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to workload.
- Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness in completing work.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to view every action and decision in terms of organization impact and to understand and anticipate organization needs.
- Demonstrated ability to obtain desired work results without direct authority in working with consultants, volunteers, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to complete objectives and projects with periodic review by manager at key milestones.
- Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from an accredited four-year college or university, preferably in Marketing or related field.
Minimum three years of experience in membership or marketing is required, preferably in a philanthropy or community service organization.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee works primarily in an office environment. Position requires travel up to 20% of time on the job.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer. Position requires clear vision at 20 inches or less and ability to adjust focus. Position also requires occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
To apply & more info, go to > Membership Services Manager, AAPIP, San Francisco
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2010 Meeting and Events Coordinator, AAPIP, San Francisco
Summary:
Located in the San Francisco national office, the 2010 Meeting and Events Coordinator directly reports to the Director, Philanthropic Advocacy and is responsible for coordinating in the: 1) standardizing systems and protocols for all meetings and events 2) end to end management and ownership of all program elements in order to create positive meeting and event experiences that meets meeting or event goals for all stakeholders. This is a one-year staff position with full benefits.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None
Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee works primarily in an office environment. Position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer. Position also requires travel up to 15% of time on the job.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires extended periods of sitting and working at a computer. Position requires clear vision at 20 inches or less and ability to adjust focus. Position requires occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
To apply & more info, go to > 2010 Meeting and Events Coordinator, AAPIP, San Francisco
2010 Funding Outlook for Minnesota Grantmakers and Nonprofits
Posted by Gladys Malibiran @AAPIPNGEC in philanthropy, social justice on December 1, 2009
2010 Funding Outlook for Minnesota Grantmakers and Nonprofits
Save the Date: January 29, 2010
(info via http://www.mcf.org/mcf/whatsnew/calendar.htm )
Location: Neighborhood House at Wellstone Center
Further details and registration will be available in the coming weeks.
Stay tuned via the MCF website >
Join your nonprofit and philanthropic colleagues for an important public briefing and discussion on the outlook for private, corporate and community/public grantmaking in 2010 and other trends that will impact funders, the nonprofit sector and the state economy as a whole:
- Briefing on 2010 MCF Outlook Report
- Tools, Case Studies, Discussions
- Breakouts by Topic: Arts, Education, Environment, Health, Human Services, and Social Justice
