Private Foundations
Private foundations make grants based on charitable endowments. The endowment funds come from one or a small handful of sources -- an individual, a family or a corporation. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not raise funds or seek public financial support the way public charities (like community foundations) must.
“Private foundation” is the umbrella term that includes corporate, independent, family, and operating foundations. As of 2011, there were 73,764 private foundations in the United States (Foundation Center, 2011).
In 2011, private foundations held more than $604 billion in assets and gave away more than $45 billion (Foundation Center, 2011).
Below is everything on our site for private foundations. Due to the large number of resources on our website, we highly recommend you use the site navigation or the search feature to find what you are looking for.
Global Philanthropy Update - September 2018
September is a month of global conversations and events for the development community. As important actors in the global movement to achieve the ambitious targets within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, foundations play a vital role in this community.
Earlier this month, foundation…
Washington Snapshot: We Need Your Input on UBIT, Appropriations Update
In This Week's Edition of Snapshot…
We Need Your Input on UBIT!
Appropriations Update
Rettig Takes Over as New IRS Commissioner
2018 Elections: Attorneys General
2018 Ballot Measures of Interest
We Need Your Input on UBIT!
Many foundations and other charitable organizations are going to face…
2018 Member Meeting and Council on Foundations Awards Ceremony
The Council on Foundations Awards Program was established to recognize excellence in philanthropy and honor exemplary leaders for their dedication to exploring creative ways to advance the common good.
This year’s ceremony, held at the National Museum of Women in the Arts on November 28, 2018,…
Opportunity Zones: Can Foundations Help Communities Get Ready?
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With the passage of last year’s tax code overhaul, Congress created Opportunity Zones—areas in low-income census tracks designated by governors, where private equity investors can invest capital gains in new development ventures in exchange for tax forgiveness after 10 years.…
Hurricane Florence: What's Next?
Revisit this co-hosted Webinar to hear perspectives directly from the front lines of disaster impacted areas.
The devastation of Hurricane Florence has wide-reaching impacts that will require strategic, long-term investments. The Council co-sponsored this webinar on Tuesday, September 18, with…
What to Watch at UN General Assembly 2018
This month, thousands of representatives from governments, civil society, and the corporate sector will come together in New York for the 73rd annual United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Alongside the high-level conversations within the UN, hundreds of side-events will address the world’s…
Veteran's Philanthropy Exchange: Successes and Challenges in Veterans Transition
This is a funders-only meeting to share what funders have learned from their investments in veterans transition and the continuing challenges veterans and their families face as they return to civilian life after military service. Panelists and attendees will share data and metrics, grantmaking…
Creating Inclusive Economic Prosperity Starts with Each of Us
Earlier this week, there was a beautiful bouquet of flowers delivered to my desk.
It was from the Community Foundation team to mark a milestone in my life—and my family’s life. We moved to the Quad Cities four years ago and I began working with an incredible group of people—board members and…
Washington Snapshot: House Republicans Push Tax Cuts 2.0, Rettig Confirmation Expected
In This Week's Edition of Snapshot…
Tax Cuts 2.0 Plan is Unveiled
Rettig Expected to Be Confirmed Amid Other Pending Priorities
Primary Elections Held in New Hampshire
State Tax Revenues Vary Due to Federal Tax Law Changes
News from the Hill
Tax Cuts 2.0 Plan is Unveiled
On Monday, the…
Hurricane Florence
Disaster Overview
Hurricane Florence made landfall along the coast of the Carolinas on Thursday September 13, leading to catastrophic inland rainfall, flooding, life-threatening storm surges and destructive winds.
As more becomes known about the impacts of the storm, this page will be…
Private Philanthropy Update - September 2018
At the end of August, more than 130 funders gathered in the Twin Cities at the Council’s second Inclusive Economic Prosperity convening. A mix of private, community, and corporate philanthropy leaders from across the region discussed strategies to effectively build economic innovation ecosystems…
Washington Snapshot: Tax Reform 2.0 to be Unveiled, Primary Upset in Massachusetts
In This Week's Edition of Snapshot…
An Update on Tax Reform 2.0
Kyl to Fill Vacant Arizona Senate Seat Left by McCain
Rocky start for Kavanaugh’s Confirmation Hearings
Federal Reserve Board Releases New Publication
Primary Upset in Massachusetts
SALT Workaround Proposed Regulations Cause…
2018 UN General Assembly Philanthropic Side-Events
This page is an archived schedule of events from the 2018 United Nations General Assembly. See the most recent UNGA schedule instead.
In September 2018 - representatives from government, civil society, and the corporate sector came together at the 73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly…
2019 HR Summit
The 2019 HR Summit: Building a Culture of Equity, co-hosted by the Council on Foundations and CHANGE Philanthropy, is your unique opportunity to share your personal and organizational journey as it relates to building a culture of decision-making and best practices rooted in equity.…
Crypto-Philanthropy: What You Need to Know
Editor's note: This post is one in a series highlighting sessions for the upcoming Endowments and Finance Summit, held in Washington, DC, on September 6-7. The Summit is where foundation leaders – such as CEOs, CIOs, CFOs, Senior Investment Officers and board and investment committee members –…
Washington Snapshot: Senator John McCain Leaves Behind a Legacy, Treasury Proposes Rules on SALT Workarounds
In This Week's Edition of Snapshot…
Senator John McCain Leaves Behind a Legacy
Senate Passes Spending Bill Package
Treasury Proposes Rules on State-Level SALT Workarounds
Primary Elections Held in Arizona and Florida
States Respond to Work Requirements Differently
Payments in Lieu of Taxes (…