Foundations are increasingly recognizing the importance of risk management to strengthen grant outcomes — but how can grantmaking systems adapt to support this shift? Join us on July 23 @ 1:00 PM ET for a webinar that explores how the Iowa West Foundation has operationalized risk management and helps grantees navigate unforeseen challenges without derailing project goals.
Learn from Matthew Henkes, Vice President of Grants and Initiatives at Iowa West Foundation, about how the foundation:
- Built a risk-aware culture with the board
- Developed a practical risk analysis tool
- Embedded these risk-aware practices into grant workflows
The session will also highlight how a collaborative partnership with GivingData enabled the foundation to customize the platform, creating a streamlined solution to track contingency allocations and spending alongside traditional grants.
Whether you're just beginning to explore risk management or looking to enhance your foundation's approach, this session offers a model for using grant systems to embrace risk as a strategy, not just a liability.
