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.
Leading Locally 2025
Connect with over 1,000 community and place-based funders in Minneapolis-St. Paul, where you will learn and share with colleagues from around the country. At Leading Locally 2025, fresh ideas, resources, and strategies will take center stage to help you build inclusive and vibrant communities.
Coming Together, Not Apart
Coming Together, Not Apart: How Philanthropy Supports Connection in a Time of Dangerous Division is the first of three Council on Foundations publications exploring philanthropy's involvement in developing the heartset, mindset, and skillset to lead collaboratively across differences.
Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report
The 2024 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report is updated with the most recent sector data. Information is presented by grantmaker type, foundation type, asset size, and geographic location. Explore the Key Findings and download the report and the Board Compensation Tables.
Leading Locally 2025
Connect with over 1,000 community and place-based funders in Minneapolis-St. Paul, where you will learn and share with colleagues from around the country. At Leading Locally 2025, fresh ideas, resources, and strategies will take center stage to help you build inclusive and vibrant communities.
Coming Together, Not Apart
Coming Together, Not Apart: How Philanthropy Supports Connection in a Time of Dangerous Division is the first of three Council on Foundations publications exploring philanthropy's involvement in developing the heartset, mindset, and skillset to lead collaboratively across differences.
Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report
The 2024 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report is updated with the most recent sector data. Information is presented by grantmaker type, foundation type, asset size, and geographic location. Explore the Key Findings and download the report and the Board Compensation Tables.
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