How to Select and Run Successful, Stress-free Grant Review Panels

A lively, thoughtful grants review panel can be a high point in a program officer’s work. At the same time, there’s nothing worse than a dour, imbalanced, ill-prepared, or contentious committee. No single formula will ensure a great panel meeting; but in this webinar, our presenters will share advice about recruiting for balance, compatibility, and rigor. They will touch upon issues including ethical questions, finding panel talent, tools for shaping decision-making, clarifying and controlling the staff’s role, and pros and cons of working toward consensus. They’ll even share a few panel nightmares that inspired on-the-spot problem-solving.

Presenters:

Frances Phillips, Program Director for the Arts and The Creative Work Fund, Walter and Elise Haas Fund
Patrice Walker Powell, Deputy Chairman for Programs and Partnerships, National Endowment for the Arts

For more information:

Visit Grantmakers in the Arts' meeting webpage.