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Annual Conference: November 12-13, 2009

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Keynote Speaker Announced

Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray will be speaking at OGF's Conference. Mr. Cordray will be discussing the Charitable Division and its oversight responsibilities.

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Hot Topics: The Economy and Philanthropy
Being informed is essential when “hot topics” arise. OGF offers information in all forms -- programs, streaming audio, powerpoints, program summaries, news articles -- to keep you on top of your game.

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OGF Connection: Summer 2009
Topics include: Redefining education in Ohio; Fiduciary duties; Perspectives on board leadership; UPMIFA facts; Foundation leaders differing views on NCRP's recent report; and Healthy ways to relieve stress.

Funders Speak
Listen to 5-minute interviews about Ohio funders' responses to the current economic crisis.

Education Initiative Resources
Listen to teleconferences, conference summaries, reports and resources.

OGF: The Nonprofit Back Office Assistant
OGF is expanding its back office services for small nonprofits, managing administrative, HR and financial tasks. If you are interested in learning more, contact Andy Phelan, 614.224.1344.

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Upcoming Programs

Who's Up Next: Planning for Leadership Succession
FP Online Teleconference
Thursday, July 9, 2009
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Southeast Funders Network
Thursday, July 16, 2009
10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Stuart’s Opera House
52 Public Square
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764

From Funder to Investor
Monday, July 20, 2009
1 – 4 p.m. 
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation
200 West Fourth Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Focus on Access to Recreation
A webinar series for corporate and foundation funders on Exemplary Universal Design Projects
July 30, 2009
August 27, 2009

Program Officers' Retreat
Thursday, July 30, 2009
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
River Club at Confluence Park
679 West Spring Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215

Lights, Camera, Restoration: The Rebirth of the Capitol Theatre
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Capitol Theatre
6516 Detroit Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44102

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