Corporate Giving Programs and Foundations
Corporate Philanthropy refers to the investments and activities a company voluntarily undertakes to responsibly manage and account for its impact on society. It includes investments of money, donations of products, in-kind services and technical assistance, employee volunteerism, and other business transactions to advance a social cause, issue, or the work of a nonprofit organization. Corporate foundations and corporate giving programs traditionally play a major role in these areas.
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The Power of Synergistic Nonprofit Co-Location and Cross-Utilization of Services
Nonprofit organizations are finding innovative ways to amplify impact through synergy, a concept that highlights the power of collaboration and interaction. When different entities work together, they can achieve outcomes far greater than on their own. This session explores the transformative…
Housing and Community Development Roundtable
As the landscape shifts for housing and community development projects, come hear from funders who have been tackling this issue with their communities through the booms and the busts, and then step into deep discussion with your peers to help support the work you're doing in your own community to…
Restoring Local Connection: Land, Water, and Culture at Owamniyomni
This session is offsite. Space on the bus is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Alternatively, the 1.7-mile walk would take approximately 40 minutes each way.
Join us for an immersive education session at Owamniyomni, the Dakota name for the sacred site of the Mississippi…
Summer Member Policy Briefing - August 2025
The Council is hosting a series of Member Policy Briefings as a forum for philanthropic leaders to navigate the shifting landscape. This briefing is exclusively for leaders from Council members, including Presidents, CEOs, and Executive Directors to stay informed and exchange perspectives on how…
Summer Member Policy Briefing - July 2025
The Council is hosting a series of Member Policy Briefings as a forum for philanthropic leaders to navigate the shifting landscape. This briefing is exclusively for leaders from Council members, including Presidents, CEOs, and Executive Directors to stay informed and exchange perspectives on how…
Washington Snapshot: Ongoing budget reconciliation
In this edition of Washington Snapshot we share additional budget reconciliation updates after the Ways and Means Committee approved the tax bill component of the broader reconciliation bill along party lines early Wednesday morning. Plus, resources to reach out to your members of Congress about…
Briefing on the Tax Bill: Post Ways & Means Mark-up
Please note that the content of this webinar was recorded on May 15, 2025, and is subject to change. Please see the Latest Updates & Resources Page for the most current information.
The House Committee on Ways and Means formally announced last week that it will mark up its tax…
The Council Opposes Tax Increase That Would Hurt Local Nonprofits and Communities
Congress should protect philanthropy’s ability to support causes from food pantries to disaster relief.
Today, House Republicans released the updated text of a tax package, which includes a proposed increase in the excise tax on net investment income for private foundations. In addition to a…
One, Big, Beautiful Bill: Impact on Philanthropy
Last updated on July 1, 2025.
With many of the provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) (P.L. 115-97) expiring at the end of 2025, the 119th Congress is crafting tax legislation through the reconciliation process that will extend the TCJA and included the Republican majorities’ priorities.…
The Charitable Sector Urgently Needs Your Voice
The charitable sector urgently needs your voice. On Tuesday, May 13, Congress will begin considering a tax package that will likely include a substantial increase to the excise tax on net investment income for private foundations. For the largest private foundations, it may expand to as much as 10…
Washington Policy Brief
With shifts and pivots coming almost daily, we’ve been keeping an eye on the news out of Washington and its impact on the charitable sector. This policy briefing will provide a space for the Council staff to brief attendees on the latest policy changes and to identify ways for funders to take…
From Community to Movement: How collective action for social change starts and grows
Social movements are responsible for most of the positive changes in our politics, economics, and culture. But the process of building one – with real people struggling with real problems – can be mysterious. In this session, participants will learn how to recognize a movement and how its elements…
Puppy Room
Need we say more? Start your morning off right by visiting our puppy room and hugging a lovable, adoptable pup. We are partnering with Spot's Last Stop Canine Rescue to bring the joy of puppies to Leading Locally 2025.
Sponsored by Prebys Foundation
Puppy Room
Need we say more? Start your morning off right by visiting our puppy room and hugging a lovable, adoptable pup. We are partnering with Spot's Last Stop Canine Rescue to bring the joy of puppies to Leading Locally 2025.
Sponsored by Prebys Foundation
Washington Snapshot: More budget reconciliation updates
In this edition of Washington Snapshot we share additional budget reconciliation updates as several House Committees began markup. Plus, House oversight agenda, "skinny" budget, Executive Order roundup, pending state legislation, and more.
Losing Tax-Exempt Status
Legal Compliance Guidance
It is extremely rare for an organization to lose its tax-exempt status. When it happens, it's typically the end result of a three-step process: (1) The IRS conducts an examination of the tax-exempt organization; (2) the IRS issues a letter to the organization proposing revocation; then (3) the…