Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

The Council on Foundations promotes responsible and effective philanthropy. Our mission requires a commitment to inclusiveness as a fundamental operating principle. It also calls for affirmations of diversity in its many forms, encompassing but not limited to:

ethnicity
race
gender and gender identity
sexual orientation
age

economic circumstance
class
disability
geography
philosophy

Diversity ensures that a range of perspectives, opinions, and experiences are recognized and acted upon in achieving the Council’s mission. We ask members to make a similar commitment to inclusiveness in order to be more effective and better enhance their abilities to contribute to our changing society.

Use these resources to enhance your organization's diversity and inclusive practice.

Discussion Guide: Connecting Philanthropic Values and DEI Principles

Toolkit

Use this document to help initiate conversations about how your foundation's mission and values connect to integrating DEI policies and practices.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - November Peer Learning Circle

The Council on Foundations proudly unveils an exciting new member benefit tailored for foundations of all types, DEI Peer Learning Circles. This engagement opportunity is designed to connect foundation staff of all levels across the country who are working to explore, design, implement, or…

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - October Peer Learning Circle

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - July Peer Learning Circle

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - March Peer Learning Circle

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DEI Roundtables

We are excited to share an inspiring and transformative Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Roundtable Series, tailored specifically for professionals implementing DEI work in the philanthropic sector. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, learn new tools…

DEI Roundtable: Charting a Path Toward Inclusion

DEI Roundtable: DEI With Rural Communities in Mind

DEI Roundtable: Integrating DEI Language at Your Foundation

2023 HR Summit

Enter the Summit In this time of significant transformation, HR, talent, and culture leaders and practitioners have emerged as pivotal drivers in making the workplace more inclusive. Leveraging the lessons learned and fundamental work that occurred over the past few years, organizations have a…

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