RESOURCES & TOOLS
The following three publications were produced based on the findings and lessons learned throughout the implementation of the Ford Foundation National Community-Based Forestry Demonstration Program.
Growth Rings: Communities and Trees
By the Aspen Institute
This report’s lessons learned, case studies and practical tools will assist a wide variety of communities – whether their forestlands are publicly or privately managed – to create integrated CBF systems that can sustain and benefit both current and future generations. It was produced in order to help readers hone in on the lessons that are especially relevant for their own communities and to be used as a guide and toolbox, rather than a blueprint for success.
Branding and Marketing Toolkit: Community-Based Businesses and Products
By the Aspen Institute
Includes case studies, tools, and worksheets to help you develop your own product branding and marketing strategies. Specific sections include: considerations before working on your marketing plan; a case study focusing the flooring experiece of Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities; initial screening of your product idea; and steps to developing a marketing plan.
Staying Power: Using Technical Assistance and Peer Learning to Enhance Donor Investments
By Alicia Korten
Examines the role of peer learning and ongoing technical support services provided to all 13 grantees who participated in Ford's National CBF Demo Program. The report seeks to address the interests and concerns of the philanthropic community—as well as those of grantees and service providers—and to illustrate how providing such additional services can enhance any grants program or larger strategic initiative.
WOMEN IN FORESTRY
UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN FORESTRY:
A General Overview and a Closer Look at Female Forest Landowners in the U.S.
Introduction
Understanding the Role of Women in Forestry -- Pinchot Institute.pdf 175kb
Family Forest Owners:
Insights into Land-Related Stewardship,
Values, and Intentions
Report on focus group findings prepared for
The Sustaining Family Forests Initiative (pdf file 320.41kb)
Social and Economic Issues in Landscape Restoration
(pdf file 569.85kb )
Covers what non-profits can and can't do. VERY helpful information! Important to understand if you work with a non-profit.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The National Forest Foundation
Development Director (pdf version)
The National Forest Foundation (NFF) seeks an experienced and highly motivated conservationist and Director of Development.
The Development Director is a critical member of the NFF's senior management team and will be responsible for managing all development activities to meet operational and capital needs. The Development Director reports to the President and works closely with the Board of Directors. A Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of professional conservation, fundraising, and management experience required. The National Forest Foundation, chartered by Congress, engages America in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System. The position is based in Missoula, Montana. Excellent compensation package. Candidates should submit resume and cover letter to: Development Director Search
National Forest Foundation
Building 27, Suite 3, Fort Missoula Road
Missoula, MT 59804 www.nationalforestfoundation.org
LODGING
William Penn House
http://williampennhouse.org/
515 East Capitol Street, SE
Washington, D.C. 20003
Phone (202) 543-5560
Fax (202)543-3814
TRAVEL DEALS
http://www.skybus.com/
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