Upcoming Webinars & Hangouts
Attend this webinar for a discussion of fundisraising for general funds and operating expenses. We all know how to get money to buy things, and capital campaign advice abounds, but what about payroll and toilet paper? We will talk about how to incorporate operating funds into grant requests and budgets, how to have the big and sometimes uncomfortable conversations with repeat donors and sponsors to grow relationships, and how to make the big asks. The combined knowledge of pitching, applying for grants, growing donor relationships, and finding creative ways to fund the “lowest-hanging fruit” will leave you with a toolkit of fund development tricks to return to your museum. ACM Members: Register here.
Meredith Maple-Gitter, Executive Director, Fairbanks Children’s Museum
Atiba Edwards, President & CEO, Brooklyn Children’s Museum
Hannah Hausman, Executive Director, Santa Fe Children’s Museum
For the past two years, ACM has been working with Knology, Rockman et al, and a cohort of museum partners to research the evolution of digital media in the children’s museum field. This collaboration looks at digital programming from multiple perspectives, including that of parents/caregivers, educators, as well as museums. At this webinar, we will review the needs of parents and caregivers and cross-reference those with a content analysis of 90 children’s museums and their online presences. Who should attend? Marketing, Communications, and Education staff. ACM Members: Register here.
Jennifer Rehkamp, Sr. Director, Sr. Director, Field Services & Membership, ACM
Scott Burg, Sr. Researcher, Rockman et al Cooperative
Behind every successful children’s museum is a dedicated team working tirelessly to provide interactive and hands-on learning experiences. But what happens when the unexpected strikes? A fire, severe weather, or even an accident can quickly derail your production and hard work. Insurance is more than just a policy; it’s a safety net that protects your people and organization. Presenters from Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. will discuss the critical role insurance and risk management play in safeguarding your children’s museum. Join us for this informational webinar and learn about the benefits of ACM’s Insurance Program with Church Mutual®, delve into a variety of risk management topics and considerations, and discover how your children’s museum can develop an effective safety committee. ACM Members: Register here.
Christa Christensen, Affinity Relationship Manager, Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I.
Adam Bell, Risk Control Specialist – Nonprofit + Human Services, Church Mutual Insurance Company, S.I.
All professionals from ACM member museums and business members are welcome to attend, except where noted. Access information can be found in the ACM Member Resources Community on Groupsite. If you haven’t joined the ACM Groupsite, email Membership@ChildrensMuseums.org.
The hangouts will be on hiatus in December, but will resume in January 2025:
Note: If you missed a hangout, email Victoria.Garvin@ChildrensMuseums.org for the recording. Not a member? Join ACM!
