Denise Cherenfant Memorial Equity Fund
Denise Cherenfant Memorial Equity Fund
Become a partner in transformation
Denise’s passion for equity and inclusion, cultivated through years of service as a member of our board of directors, exemplified her commitment to empowering voices often unheard. Her wisdom and strength helped shape our organization’s mission, driving us to strive for a more just and equitable future.
In an effort to ensure as many valuable voices and perspectives as possible are represented at the SHIFT Conference, we are thrilled to continue to offer the Denise Cherenfant Memorial Equity Fund. We believe in the power of co-investment and want to help prospective attendees alleviate financial constraints that might hinder attendance at the conference. Contributing to your participation not only exemplifies our commitment to inclusion but also enriches the collective experience for all attendees.
The Equity Fund provides a $500 discount on the cost of registration at whatever tier describes your organization.
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If the cost of attending the SHIFT Conference is a barrier for you or your organization, we encourage you to apply. However, please note that funds are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one grant per organization. Certain restrictions and exceptions may apply, ensuring a fair and impactful distribution of resources.
While we wish to support as many changemakers as possible, Equity Fund availability is limited. Assistance is extended to both workshop presenters and attendees, emphasizing our commitment to inclusive dialogue and learning.
Before applying for the Equity Fund, please visit the FAQ section below for more detailed information. Ready to take the next step? Complete the application today! You’ll hear back from us about next steps via email and then you can register for the conference. Pease do not register until you’ve heard from us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the Denise Cherenfant Memorial Equity Fund?
Workshop presenters or conference attendees from organizations, businesses, community-based partners who need financial support to attend the SHIFT Conference are eligible to apply.
I am a Network Partner of Shift Work Forward. Can I apply?
Yes, a Network Partner that does not have a current grant with Shift Work Forward and faces barriers to attending the SHIFT Conference is eligible to apply. NOTE: Network Partners that have a current grant from Shift Work Forward are not eligible to apply. Please connect with your program lead to explore if and how current grant funds may be used to support SHIFT Conference attendance.
What do you mean by a workshop presenter?
A workshop presenter is someone selected to deliver content during a breakout session (Spotlight, Submersion, Sojourn, or Studio).
Does my organization need to be a nonprofit to apply?
No. Any business or organization facing financial barriers to support staff attendance at the SHIFT Conference is eligible to apply.
Do I need to have a specific social identity to apply?
No. Any individual facing financial barriers attending the SHIFT Conference is eligible to apply.
My breakout session includes multiple presenters. Can all of them apply to the Equity Fund?
Yes, multiple presenters within a workshop can apply for the Equity Fund; however, only one person per organization may receive funds (some exceptions may apply).
How do I apply?
Complete this short application prior to registration.
Multiple people from my organization want to attend. Can we all get financial support?
No, given the limited funds available, only one person per organization can receive funds. However, exceptions may apply. Please contact Henry Danner hdanner@shiftworkforward.org for more information.
How will I know if my application was approved? How long does the process take?
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and funds distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. We aim to make decisions and notify applicants via email within one week of receiving the application.
The funds ran out before I could apply. What now?
Applications received after all funds are distributed will be placed on a waitlist and notified should additional funds become available.
What if I receive financial support but then cannot attend the conference?
Applicants will adhere to the event cancellation policy as detailed on our registration page. We request participants unable to attend inform us as soon as possible, so funds can be released back in the pool.