Philanthropy Southwest

Ongoing member services:psw is committed to connected, impactful philanthropy by providing responsive and timely services, resources and educational programming to its members. To that end psw provided: leadership development opportunities, professional development, online educational exchange committed to member professional development dynamic and tailored learning experiences, connection opportunities, one southwestern voice to promote & defend philanthropy effectively, sector resources and discounts, newsletters, legislative updates, research studies - demographic, rural, urban.

Educational seminars: psw offers a number of educational and professional learning opportunities on a variety of topics designed to assist its members with all aspects of operating charitable organizations efficiently, effectively, and within the legal framework of the internal revenue code as well as the statutes of their respective states. Offerings included the following: university of texas law school nonprofit organizations institute: over 250 people attended this program led by national experts from private foundations, nonprofit organizations, law, finance and governmental entities. Topics included discussions on tax, legislative, and governance issues affecting private foundations and nonprofit organizations. Other session topics included data protection, crisis management, risk management, grantmaking, investments, compliance and reporting.psw on the road events: held in 3 locations, with more than 75 attendees - las vegas, nv, phoenix, az, and tulsa, ok.the wayfarer leadership program: offered again this year; an intensive year-long leadership training involving one-on-one coaching, self-development, and three- or four-day reflection retreats held at different locations.