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• Career Placement

  • Start
    Thursday, January 01, 2026
  • End
    Thursday, December 31, 2026
  • Location
    Florida Philanthropic Network

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  The Florida Philanthropic Network Job Board features job openings within Florida’s grantmaking community and related fields.
  

  To submit a job posting, please email info@fpnetwork.org with the job description and instructions for how applicants should apply, such as a web link or email address. Job postings remain live for 30 days and may be renewed for an additional 30 days at the same rate.

  Both members and non-members are welcome to submit job postings. FPN members may post positions at no cost. Non-members are charged a $100 fee per job posting. Payment must be received in full before the position is published on the Job Board.

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• Press Forward Local

  • When
    Wednesday, March 11, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  A Community-Based Philanthropic Approach to Supporting News and Information

  Local news is a cornerstone of healthy communities- but across Florida and the country, it is disappearing, fragmenting, or failing to meet community needs. As newsrooms shrink and trusted local information becomes harder to find, communities lose a shared understanding of what's happening around them and how to engage in civic life. 

  This session explores the current state of local news and why it matters for community connection, trust, and participation. Participants will be introduced to Press Forward, a national effort to strengthen local news as essential community infrastructure, and to the case for building locally led Press Forward chapters.

  We'll cover what it takes to get started, why local collaboration is critical, and what Press Forward aims to accomplish: stronger newsroom, more equitable access to information, and communities better equipped to navigate daily life and shape their future.

  Workshop Speakers

  Moderator 

  Nikisha Williams 

  Vice-President, Collective Impact, The Miami Foundation

  Nikisha Williams, a Miami-native, currently serves as Vice President of Collective Impact at The Miami Foundation. In this role she is responsible for leading large-scale change through cross-sector collaboration by bringing together government, philanthropy, nonprofits, and corporations together to solve major community challenges in bold ways that couldn’t be accomplished without collective action. Her portfolio includes economic resilience, climate/disaster resilience, arts education access and civic engagement/ access to news and information.

  Nikisha’s career spans the public sector and communications, where she most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation, where she was responsible for leading the operations of the organization, including human resources, marketing, fund development, as it expanded its placemaking, workforce development, health and arts/culture initiatives in the community. Prior to that, Nikisha served as the Director of Employee Communications and Change at C&W Communications, a telecommunications company with operations with more than 7,500 employees in 30 countries throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Prior to her role at C&W Communications, she managed communications for c-suite executives at AT&T in both New York and Dallas.

  Panelists 

  Katie Shultz, EdD, 

  Vice President, Communications, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay

  Dr. Katie Shultz is a nonprofit and philanthropic executive with nearly 20 years of experience in community foundations, grantmaking, and organizational leadership. She currently serves as Vice President of Strategic Communications at Community Foundation Tampa Bay, where she leads enterprise-wide communications and works with the executive team to strengthen alignment, brand strategy, and community engagement.

  Previously, Dr. Shultz served as Senior Director of Community Investments at the Foundation and led grant development efforts at St. Petersburg College, where she oversaw a grants portfolio exceeding $100 million. She holds an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from the University of New England, a master’s degree in Nonprofit Management from Rutgers University, and a bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Eastern University.

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• Civic Engagement Member Network

  • When
    Thursday, March 12, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  You’re already doing the work of helping your communities thrive. Now let’s make sure you can talk about it in a way that builds buy-in and trust across your community and with your elected officials. This workshop will help you use stories and data to communicate the value of philanthropy and charitable giving. It builds on research from “Philanthropy’s New Voice,” the largest study of narratives in philanthropy, which examined what types of stories are more likely to build trust, what policymakers want to know from foundations, and how to describe the work foundations do clearly and transparently.

  Featured Speakers

  Ann Christiano 

  Ann Christiano is a leading expert in public interest communications, a growing discipline that uses science-driven strategic communications and storytelling to advance positive social change. She writes and speaks frequently about strategic communication of social movements and the social science about how people feel and react to polarizing issues. Ann is the director and founder of the Center for Public Interest Communications and a clinical professor in the Department of Public Relations in the College of Journalism and Communications, and the co-author of the book Public Interest Communications: Strategy for Changemakers.

  Nicole Bronzan

  Nicole Bronzan brings journalistic roots and an advocate's passion to her role as the Council's vice president of communications and content. Most recently she was a senior communications officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, working to ensure that everyone has a fair and just opportunity for health. Previously she led communications at ProPublica, the Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom; Freedom to Marry, helping to secure marriage equality; and the Legal Action Center, working to fight discrimination and restore opportunity for people with arrest and conviction records, substance use disorders, and HIV or AIDS. Before her work in communications, she held various news editing roles, most recently as assistant Metro editor at The New York Times.

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• FPN Florida Health Funders Meeting

  • When
    Thursday, March 26, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Join us as Karla Ebio, Senior Director of Foundation Community Investments at Florida Blue Foundation, shares insights on the foundation's strategic approach to philanthropy. Karla will provide an overview of Florida Blue Foundation's three priority areas: Improving Health (Maternal Health), Food Security, and Mental Well-being. She will delve into the structure of their grantmaking, funding criteria, and share lessons learned and best practices. Additionally, Karla will discuss the importance of data-driven impact reporting and share strategies for effectively measuring and communicating the impact of philanthropic investments. This presentation will offer a unique opportunity to understand the foundation's priorities and approaches to addressing social determinants of health in Florida.

  Matt Herndon, Director of Government Relations & Community Affairs at RSA Consulting Group will join us to provide an update on the Florida Legislative session and Healthcare related bills.

  Featured Speaker

  Karla Ebio

  Senior Director, Foundation Community Investments

  Karla Ebio is the Senior Director of Foundation Community Investments at the Florida Blue Foundation, where she leads the development and execution of philanthropic strategies across Florida. With a focus on multi-year grant making, her expertise spans three key areas: Improving Health, Mental Well-being, and Food Security. In addition, she oversees the statewide Healthy Communities grant program, supporting local and regional initiatives. Prior to this role, Ebio served as Director of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Integration at Florida Blue, leading enterprise-wide CSR strategies and corporate sponsorship programs. Since joining Florida Blue in 2002, she has held various roles in Delivery System and Service Organization.

  Throughout her career, Ebio has been deeply committed to community service, serving on various advisory committees and boards, including the First Coast American Heart Association, Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, and Ascension St. Vincent’s Foundation’s Shircliff Society. She has also held leadership positions, such as co-chair of the First Coast Brooks YMCA Advisory Board. Recently, she joined the boards of Girls Inc. Jacksonville and the American Cancer Society's North Central Florida Area Board.

  Ebio’s dedication to community service has earned her numerous recognitions, including being named "Jacksonville's Finest Young Professional" by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. She has also received awards for her volunteer work with The Straight and Narrow Project and the Jacksonville Public Education Fund.

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• FERN Member Meeting

  • When
    Thursday, April 02, 2026
  •  
    11:30 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Join us on April 2 for our next FERN Member Meeting, where we are pleased to welcome Eileen Coogan, CEO of Allegany Franciscan Ministries, as our featured guest. Eileen has been leading a five-year initiative at Allegany — now known as Connecting with Community for our Common Home (formerly Climate Justice) — and has graciously offered to share her experience and insights with FERN members. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear firsthand about a sustained, community-centered approach to environmental and climate work. We hope to see you there!

  Featured Speaker

  

  Eileen Coogan

  President & CEO, Allegany Franciscan Ministries

  Eileen Coogan joined Allegany Franciscan Ministries, a non-profit Catholic organization focused on creating healthier, safer, and more connected communities, in 2005. At Allegany, Eileen successfully led the board and staff in navigating significant internal and external changes, developing a vision, and launching major new community-based initiatives. Practicing servant- and companion-leadership, Eileen has 40 years of experience in non-profit management and leadership. She is skilled at engaging board and staff, building powerful relationships, embracing change, designing solutions, and focusing on continuous, mission- & values-driven improvement.

  Earlier in her career, Eileen served as executive VP at United Way of Palm Beach County, Florida; executive director of LynnArts in Lynn Massachusetts; and manager at Project Bread – The Walk for Hunger in Boston. A graduate of Leadership Florida and Leadership Palm Beach County, Eileen is vice chair of the board of the Center for Action and Contemplation, board member and past-president of the Blue Ridge Institute, secretary of the Mount Holyoke Club of SW Florida, a member of BayCare’s Community Benefit Council, and former board member and chair of the Florida Philanthropic Network. She earned a BA at Mount Holyoke College, an MSW from Boston College, a Certificate in Franciscan Studies from the University of St. Francis, and certificates in Post Crisis Leadership and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace from the USF MUMA School of Business. Eileen lives in Pasco County, Florida with her husband Bernie; she enjoys travel and outdoor activities including stand up paddle boarding and hiking.

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• Community Foundations of Florida - Staff Roundtables

  • When
    Wednesday, April 08, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Community Impact & Programs

  Florida Philanthropic Network Community Foundations of Florida members are welcome to join their peers from around the state for roundtable meetings focused on roles specific to community foundation work. We will come together to share best practices, discuss ways to work through challenges and find opportunities for deeper connection and collaboration. 

  Please feel free to share any specific topics or areas of interest prior to the meeting directly with Geula@fpnetwork.org

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  Member - Complimentary 

  Open to Community Foundation Staff Only.

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• Community Foundation of Florida - Staff Roundtables

  • When
    Thursday, April 09, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Finance & Operations

  Florida Philanthropic Network Community Foundations of Florida members are welcome to join their peers from around the state for roundtables meetings focused on roles specific to community foundation work. We will come together to share best practices, discuss ways to work through challenges and find opportunities for deeper connection and collaboration. 

  Please feel free to share any specific topics or areas of interest prior to the meeting directly with Geula@fpnetwork.org

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  Member - Complimentary 

  Open to Community Foundation Staff Only.

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• Community Foundations of Florida - Staff Roundtable

  • When
    Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Donor Relations & Philanthropic Services

  Florida Philanthropic Network Community Foundations of Florida members are welcome to join their peers from around the state for roundtable meetings focused on roles specific to community foundation work. We will come together to share best practices, discuss ways to work through challenges and find to share best practices, discuss ways to work through challenges and find opportunities for deeper connection and collaboration. 

  Please feel free to share any specific topics or areas of interest prior to the meeting directly with Geula@fpnetwork.org

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  Member - Complimentary 

  Open to Community Foundation Staff Only.

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• FEF Meeting

  • When
    Wednesday, April 15, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Join us for our virtual Florida Education Funders meeting on April 15th at 10:00 AM ET for a deep dive into the Florida Schools of Hope. Learn the history and reasoning behind the legislation and administrative actions by the State Board of Education. Then spend time in small discussions before coming back to the larger group for a wrap up. We'll discuss the implications for districts and what role, if any, philanthropy may have going forward. Also plan on getting the latest updates on education legislation passed during the 2026 session.

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  Members - Complimentary 

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• Community Foundations of Florida - Staff Roundtables

  • When
    Thursday, April 16, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Communications & Events 

  Florida Philanthropic Network Community Foundations of Florida members are welcome to join their peers from around the state for roundtable meetings focused on roles specific to community foundation work. We will come together to share best practices, discuss ways to work through challenges and find opportunities for deeper connection and collaboration. 

  Please feel free to share any specific topics or areas of interest prior to the meeting directly with Geula@fpnetwork.org

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  Member - Complimentary 

  Open to Community Foundation Staff Only.

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• Grant Managers Network

  • When
    Thursday, October 08, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Zoom

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  Join fellow FPN members engaged in grant management for a roundtable discussion to share best practices, discuss ways to work through challenges and find opportunities for deeper connection and collaboration. 

  Topics we plan to touch on include, but are not limited to, the following: 

  • What grant management tools and resources do you find most useful?
  • What are the best professional development resources you have had experience with? 
  • Do you offer long-term (3-5 year) grant agreements? If so, what are some best practices? 
  • Do you offer capacity building grants? If so, what capacity building practices(s) is support most frequently requested for? 

  Please feel free to share any other specific topics or areas of interest prior to the meeting directly with Laura@fpnetwork.org

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  Member - Complimentary 

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