The Chronicle of Philanthropy ran a terrific article (behind the paywall) about Svetlana Hutfles, head of the Kansas Association of Community Foundations (KACF), and about the inspiring power of rural community philanthropy. In the article, Steve Alley said about Svetlana "She's kind of a force of nature. When she sees something that needs to be done, she does it."
Ekstrom Alley Clontz is proud to help fuel the relentless energy of KACF and its National Conference for Growing Commnunity Foundations. We've been a conference sponsor, volunteered for the conference advisory board, and had team members speaking at and facilitating sessions. We've consulted for KACF, including developing the CF Express Training video series, and consulted for many of its members.
We'd be happy to share what we've learned about running effective, growing community foundations with your foundation or regional association. Don't hesitate to contact us or find team members Steve and Tony at the conference in Wichita in October.