Insight News-Fifth National Conference on Black Philanthropy

Insight News: "Fifth National Conference on Black Philanthropy
6/8/2005 00:00am

The Fifth National Conference on Black Philanthropy--Building a Future Worthy of Our Past--will be held June 8-11, 2005 at the Minneapolis Hilton, in Minneapolis, MN. This year�s theme originates from a challenge issued by Bishop John Hurst Adams at the First National Conference, when he inspired and encouraged attendees to move forward with the same tenacity, innovation and generosity, indeed, �building a future worthy of our past.� The goals of the Fifth National Conference are to: � Develop common solutions and strategies that shape African American philanthropy in the areas of individual giving, faith-based philanthropy, grantmaking, and fundraising; � Provide a forum for candid and confidential sharing of information and resources among African Americans in philanthropy; � Provide opportunities for personal and professional growth and development of African Americans in philanthropy; � Continue efforts to educate the public and selected stakeholders about the important contributions of African American philanthropy; and � Promote the development and goals of the National Center for Black Philanthropy, Inc. To Register: toll free: 1-866-999-1700 On-line: ncfbp.net "