United by a shared purpose: a better future for all.
We believe philanthropy is a powerful force for good. As a nonprofit membership association, the Council is committed to expanding trust in philanthropic organizations as they work to address society's most pressing challenges.
Disaster Grantmaking
Foundations often play an essential role in disaster relief and recovery. In addition to funding, grantmakers can offer support in other ways by leveraging their experience and expertise to help organizations and civic leaders in all three stages of the post disaster environment. The Council provides resources to help members effectively respond to domestic and international disasters.
Leading Locally 2025
Connect with community and place-based funders and dive into the trends, topics, and tools to strengthen your local impact at Leading Locally 2025. Sign up to get updates on the Council's 2025 conference. Our call for sessions is open until October 21.
Building Trust With Better Communications
After a year of research, we're excited to release “Philanthropy’s New Voice: Building Trust With Deeper Stories and Clear Language,” the largest study of narratives in philanthropy. It offers science-backed strategies for foundations to build understanding and trust.
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