An Economic Opportunity Event for Donors
Hosted by The Philanthropy Roundtable
Co-hosted with the Conference of Southwest Foundations, El Pomar Foundation, and Legacy Venture
Penrose House
Colorado Springs, CO
Too often, we hear that the American dream is no longer within reach for millions of Americans. But the findings are clear: work works. Helping people acquire the skills—and perspectives—that lead to employment is the first step toward economic independence. Sessions will explore institutional impediments to work, organizations that are helping people gain employment, and the approaches that leading national and local philanthropists are supporting.
Speakers Include:
- Jeanne Bistranin, senior program officer, the Adolph Coors Foundation
- Linda Childears, president, Daniels Fund
- Robert Cote, founder and president, Step 13
- Jack Harris, president, Junior Achievement of Georgia
- Michael Hartmann, director of research and evaluation, the Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation
- Byron Johnson, author of More God, Less Crime
- Jack E. Kosakowski, president and CEO, Junior Achievement USA
- Jennifer Marshall, director of domestic policy studies, the Heritage Foundation
- William (“Chip”) Mellor, president and general counsel, Institute for Justice
- Michael Painter, president and CEO, Colorado Uplift
- Tamra Ryan, CEO, Women’s Bean Project
- Donn Weinberg, chairman, Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
- Robin Wise, president and CEO, Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain, Inc.
- Robert L. Woodson, president and founder, Center for Neighborhood Enterprise
Session Topics Include:
- Repairing the Economic Ladder: What’s at Stake and Why?
- How Can We Help the Poor Find Work and Build Financial Stability?
- Five Tough Questions for Donors: Philanthropists Share Their Views about Funding Economic Opportunity
- Colorado Models That Deserve National Attention
- New Directions for Junior Achievement
Schedule of Events:
Tuesday, May 8
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1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Optional Site Visits
*Transportation will be provided and depart from the Broadmoor Hotel.- New “Possibilities” simulated community tour at Goodwill Industries of Colorado Springs
Goodwill’s Possibilities is a unique learning model devoted to expanding opportunities for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. Using a simulated community and a cutting-edge curriculum as the core, this program—the first of its kind—re-creates everyday living experiences in its fitness center, arts studio, spa, bank, health center, apartment, city hall, community center, general store, and town square. Come see how new life skills, self-esteem, and confidence are developed in this tactile environment.
- “New Directions for Junior Achievement” at Junior Achievement USA® National Office
How is Junior Achievement, which has fostered economic opportunities for generations of young people, responding to the needs of today’s youth? Join us and judge for yourself. On this tour of JA’s National Office, you will meet the senior management team of JA USA and two of the organization’s most innovative area presidents. They’ll discuss how this 93-year old organization is transforming itself from being simply a business education program to one that is addressing some of our nation’s greatest needs in the youth, economic, and education development space. With the infusion of 21st century learning skills, JA is addressing the challenges associated with high school graduation rates, the skills gap, financial illiteracy, entrepreneurship and other needs that will enable young people to own their future economic success.
- 6:00 p.m. Reception hosted by the El Pomar Foundation with remarks by William J. Hybl, chairman and CEO.
Wednesday, May 9
- 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Conference
Conference Location:
Penrose House
1661 Mesa Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Accommodations:
Participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodations. A block of rooms has been set aside at The Broadmoor Hotel for a reduced rate of $170 per night (plus a resort fee of $16 per day). To make a room reservation, contact the hotel directly at (800) 634-7711. Please mention The Philanthropy Roundtable to receive the reduced rate. The block of rooms will be available until Monday, April 9. Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will be accepted based on hotel availability.
This solicitation-free event is open to individual donors, private foundation trustees and staff, and corporate giving staff who annually distribute at least $50,000 in charitable donations. There is no fee to attend.
For more information about this program contact Jo Kwong at The Philanthropy Roundtable or call (202) 822-8333.
