Navigating Today's Funder Challenges: A Live, Expert Discussion

Join us for a 90-minute, live webinar on Tuesday, June 3 at 2pm ET/11am PT where experts from the Department of Nonprofit Efficiency (D.O.N.E.) will share insights on navigating the current landscape, including legally informed communications, PR, and narrative strategies for protecting the mission and staff of cultural funders and beyond.

Please note that this will be a live discussion that will not be recorded to encourage an open and honest exchange. Due to the interactive nature and the need for a focused conversation, registration will close one week prior on Tuesday, May 27th at 12pm ET/9am PT. Don't miss this opportunity to get your pressing questions addressed! You do not need to be a GIA member to attend.

This program was developed in partnership with D.O.N.E.

Live captioning will be available in English throughout the webinar. For additional accommodation requests, please contact GIA Program Manager Jaime Sharp, at least three (3) business days prior to the event.

Speakers

Jennifer M. Boll — Legal Strategy

A seasoned lawyer who works with nonprofit organizations to precisely navigate legal complexities, risk management, and board governance.

Michael Braithwaite — Narrative Change, Organizational Culture

Michael is a cultural strategist who specializes in narrative transformation and organizational culture. With 20 years of experience, she helps organizations activate values and navigate complexity, even in high-risk or repressive environments. Certified in Hope-Based Communications, she draws on behavioral science and cultural analysis to shift how institutions see and shape the world.

Matthew Charles Davis — Public Relations and Crisis Communications

Matt Davis is a former investigative journalist who survived death threats related to his work covering law enforcement corruption. He is an international leader in crisis communications, PR, and media strategy, and has shaped narratives for major organizations. Whether it’s talking points, press releases, or damage control, he’s the person you want on speed dial when the heat is on.

sarah westlake — Storytelling, Communications, Messaging 

Westlake is a storytelling expert and messaging strategist who can cut through the noise. She works with nonprofits to shape narratives, sharpen messaging, and craft communications that get results. The founder of a strategic communications agency with decades of experience, Westlake helms D.O.N.E with compassion and strategic expertise.