It is typical for two-thirds of operating expenses to go toward staff capacity, regardless of the size of the community foundation.

Averages were used to total 100%. (n=168)

Size of foundation Personnel expenses Non-personnel expenses
$0-$25M 60% 40%
$25-$50M 63% 37%
$50-$100M 62% 38%
$100-$250M 70% 30%
$250-$500M 73% 27%
$500M+ 68% 32%
All 66% 34%