Program Description
In November 2024, Missouri voters will select leaders to send to Congress, five of six statewide Executive offices, half the State Senate (17 seats -- the odd numbered districts), and the entire State House (163 seats) while also voting on six statewide ballot initiatives. These decisions shape the landscape in which you will do your work.
One week after the General Election, join our MO Public Policy & Advocacy Funder Network for a special funder-only briefing on Missouri election results. Guest speakers from Missouri Foundation for Health and Winton Policy Group will shed light on what election outcomes mean for Missouri philanthropic work with special insights on what to expect in the upcoming state budget process.
Bring your questions and curiosities! Special thanks to Missouri Foundation for Health for supporting this program.
Audience & Registration
PhilMO Full Members and MO funders who participate in the MO Public Policy & Advocacy Network may attend at no charge. You do not need to be a policy lead for your Member organization to register.
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PhilMO Members: log-in to register.
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Non-Member Funders active in the MO Public Policy & Advocacy Network (or funders who want to join it): email Michelle to register.
Other MO funders may attend this program for a fee of $50. Email info@philmo.org to express interest. Include your name, title, grantmaking organization, email address, work phone, and preferred invoice payment mechanism (e.g., electronic payment, paper check, etc.).
Featured Speakers
Jennifer Carter Dochler, Director of Government Affairs, Missouri Foundation for Health
With a background in advocacy and social work, Jennifer is passionate about public policy and systems change. After more than 19 years at the Missouri Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (including 7 sessions as Public Policy Director), Jennifer became the Director of Government Affairs at Missouri Foundation for Health in November 2022. At MFH, she spearheads local, state, and federal government relations.
Jennifer earned a degree in in social work from the University of Texas in Austin and her Master of Social Work from University of Missouri-Columbia. She lives in rural Boone County with her husband, three dogs, and one cat. View complete bio here.
David Winton, Founder & President, Winton Policy Group
With more than 30 years experience in the Missouri Capitol, David is a trusted policy resource for members of the executive and legislative branches. His work in the Capitol began in 1992 as Government Affairs Director for the Jewish Federation of St. Louis and continues through his firm, Winton Policy Group. Since 1994, David has represented an array of clients and issues and developed particular expertise in human service policy and the appropriations process.
David earned a degree in Economics and a Master's in Public Administration and Public Policy from the University of Florida at Gainesville. He lives in Columbia with his wife, Beth, where they raised two sons, Jacob and Noah. View complete bio here.
But… what about the impact of the federal election?
PhilMO’s program will focus on the Missouri landscape. To better understand how federal outcomes will affect the philanthropic sector, join PhilMO in registering for the Council on Foundation’s related webinar — Looking to 2025: Making Sense of the Elections — on November 14, 1:00 - 2:00PM Central Time.
What is the MO Public Policy & Advocacy Funder Network?
As a membership organization, Philanthropy Missouri (PhilMO) recognizes the value of providing customized offerings for smaller groups of funders — or Networks — within and beyond the PhilMO membership. Networks meet at least twice a year and over multiple years; usually a Network receives sponsorship to support speakers, staff time, etc.
The MO Public Policy & Advocacy Funder Network is a table for grantmakers with an active interest in how public policy and advocacy can advance a more equitable, thriving Missouri. Participants include PhilMO Members and non-Member funders who invest in Missouri. The Network’s Learning & Action model allows for all participants to learn while opting in or out of action efforts based on interest, capacity, and/or structure.
The Network will hold two convene in-person on January 30, 2025, to define a shared action agenda for the next 1-2 years. If you are interested in participating in or learning more about the Public Policy & Advocacy Funder Network, contact Michelle for more information at michelle@philmo.org.