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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Governance and Compliance Issues for Foundation Financial Management
Legal Compliance Guidance
This white paper provides a review of critical governance issues that foundations must consider to remain in compliance with prevailing and emerging laws and regulations. Readers can expect content focused on trustee fiduciary responsibilities as relates to duties of care, loyalty, and…
Diverse Managers: Philanthropy's Next Hurdle
Fundamentals
This white paper outlines best practices with proven results that foundations can use to find and create a diverse and inclusive staff and investment advisory team. Readers will learn how to make the business case for more diverse and equitable strategies and link success in this area with…
Reflections from the Council on Foundations About the Passing of Rick Cohen
Sherry Magill PhD, Chair of the Board of Directors
I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Rick Cohen. He and I first met in the mid 1990s when he served at national LISC and we were attempting to develop a local LISC chapter in northeast Florida. Over the years, we met annually at the…
Webinar Recording: The State of Play of Immigration Reform in Congress (and in the States!)
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Immigration reform is a hot topic on the national scene as the 2016 presidential election looms. While no consensus legislation has emerged on Capitol Hill to date, our guests discuss how funders can play a role in educating federal, State, and local…
Recent Terror Attacks – November 2015
Last Friday, a string of terror attacks took place across Paris, killing more than 130 people on a warm, lively Friday evening. The day before, a double suicide bomb attack killed more than 40 people and wounded 200 more in a market in South Beirut. These attacks happened the same week as a bomb at…
Washington Snapshot - November 13, 2015
Don't Miss Out on Community Foundation Week!
Yesterday marked the first day of Community Foundation week! CF week has been celebrated every November 12th-18th since 1989 to raise awareness of the critical role of community philanthropy in supporting thriving communities across the country.
In…
Quarterly Member Update: 2015 Q4
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During this webinar, Council Leadership takes a look back at some highlights from 2015 and a look forward at what’s on the horizon for 2016. Discussion covers the multiple ways in which the Council has fostered community among philanthropic…
2016 Annual Conference Partner Opportunities
Partner Opportunities
Join us as a Partner at the 2016 Annual Conference
The philanthropic community will come together at the 2016 Annual Conference to address some of today's toughest challenges. The Council on Foundations' Annual Conference brings together global leaders from across…
A Pre-Thanksgiving Feast: Legal Lunch Series with Legal Affairs #2
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Quarterly, the Council's Legal Affairs team gathers for a webinar concerning Federal tax laws, grantmaking compliance and legal updates. On Thursday, November 19, Attorneys Suzanne Friday and Bryan Del Rosario came around the table to present…
Washington Snapshot - November 6, 2015
Community Foundation Week Starts Next Thursday
Next Thursday, November 12th marks the beginning of Community Foundation week! CF week has been celebrated every November 12th-18th since 1989 to raise awareness of the critical role of community philanthropy in supporting thriving communities across…
No Solicitation Policy
The Council on Foundations maintains a no-solicitation policy covering all of its conferences, meetings, webinars and other events. In order to provide a distraction-free environment for our members and other attendees, we do not allow solicitation of any kind during any event, including asking for…
2016 Annual Conference - Preconference Programming
Preconference Programming
Separate registration is required for all of these events. Space is limited. Register now!
Baltimore Site Session
Baltimore Site Session
Baltimore is a much-discussed city impacted by many myths. This immersive site session is intended to help participants understand key aspects of a vibrant city’s philanthropic and civic life. The programming will focus on the ecosystem of factors impacting the long-term…
Impact Investing: The Essentials
Impact Investing: The Essentials
For decades, foundations have made impact investments to complement grants, partnerships, advocacy, and other tools in the philanthropic toolbox. But how do you start your foundation down a path to use this emerging tactic? Incorporating impact investing into your…
Rural Philanthropy Preconference: Advancing Rural Communities' Economic Success
Rural Philanthropy: Advancing Rural Communities' Economic Success
This peer-learning program will explore how a wide range of foundations are playing effective roles in improving economic outcomes and prospects for rural communities and regions. The session will be co-designed and co-facilitated by…
Webinar Recording: An Update on the Reauthorization of the Healthy and Hunger Free Kids Act
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The Healthy, Hunger-Free Act of 2010 authorizes funding for federal nutrition programs including:
the national school lunch and breakfast program;
the nutrition program for women, infants, and children;
and other child and adult food care programs.
This…