Fundamentals Courses
A well-trained staff and an informed board are critical to the success of community foundations in our fast-changing world. Community Foundation Fundamentals trainings build the essential skills your staff needs to balance governance and management with a broader understanding of community foundations within the philanthropic sector.
Legal Workshops
The Council offers Legal Matters workshops to address the broad legal and practical questions faced by community foundations. These sessions cover topics such as administering funds, grants, and community foundation activities. They are designed to be interactive, allowing participants to engage in discussions and deep dives into specific legal complexities.
Community Foundation Law Overview
An Overview of the Law Governing Community Foundations, a chapter of Mastering Foundation Law, provides a comprehensive legal guide for community foundations. It covers federal tax laws, state-specific regulations, and the common legal characteristics of community foundations.
Policy Trainings
Designed by the Council, in partnership with CFLeads, these trainings provide community foundation leaders and staff with the knowledge and resources needed to excel in advocating alongside their nonprofit partners for policy change.
Get more with Membership
Get even more support by becoming a Council on Foundations member. Join over 420 of your community foundation peers and get direct, 1-on-1 assistance from our legal team, significant discounts to events, access to Philanthropy Exchange online peer communities, and much more.
Resources
Access all available legal resources, guidance on best practices, sample documents, publications, and more for community foundations.
Focus Areas
Find policy guidance and tools to get involved, learn how to work with governments, explore resources on effective cross-border giving, and access other materials to navigate emerging issues in the field.
Events
Find events that cover current and emerging topics, access training opportunities to sharpen your skills, and find spaces to connect with your peers.
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