One Size Does Not Fit All: Foundation Roles in Policy Change
One Size Does Not Fit All: Foundation Roles in Policy Change was held on November 5, 2014 in Washington, D.C.
2014 GIH Annual Meeting
The 2014 GIH Annual Conference on Health Philanthropy was held March 5-7, 2014 in Atlanta, Georgia.
2013 Fall Forum
The 2013 GIH Fall Forum was held from October 23-24, 2013 in Washington, D.C.
Gun Control: A Health Policy Issue?
Although the health-related consequences of gun violence are undeniable, the need for stronger gun control policies to address these health outcomes is hotly contested. Is the field of health philanthropy particularly “gun shy” about engaging in the contentious policy debate surrounding gun control? A number of health funders have supported grants and initiatives related to violence prevention, but relatively few have explicitly recognized gun control as a health policy objective.
Advancing Policy Advocacy through General Operating Support Grants
This audioconference discussed how foundations are effectively managing general operating support grants to advance health policy goals.
Aligning Our National Narratives During an Election Year and Beyond
The Communications Collaborative held a webinar to share the alignment of larger narratives around government and the economy and to provide state policy and advocacy networks access to the information and tools available to support their work.
A Strategic “Field Building” Approach to Advocacy Investments
This webinar examined the key dimensions of a strong advocacy field, reviewed how funders can diagnose gaps or weaknesses in an integrated field, and explored grantmaking strategies that help grantees contribute to and benefit from the field’s collective capacity.
Health Advocacy: Yes, No, or Maybe So?
Although engagement in public policy is viewed as a mission-critical strategy by an increasing number of health funders, many foundations are still considering whether and how they should support health advocacy efforts. This Issue Focus article briefly addresses some of the key questions foundations are likely to confront as they determine what role, if any, they should play in the public policy arena.
Why A Strong Public Sector is Important to Philanthropy
This webinar offered an in-depth examination of current public opinion on the role of government, specific examples of effective messaging, and a set of recommendations for how grantmakers can get involved.