On September 3, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS published proposed regulations that state that a private school cannot qualify as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) if it discriminates on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of any educational policy, admissions policy, scholarship or loan program, athletic program, or other school-administered program.

As the Council and the broader sector continue to understand the scope of these regulations, join us to hear from external counsel to learn more about the proposal, who may be affected both directly and indirectly, and what could happen next.

Please note this webinar will NOT be recorded. Post-event resources will be shared with all all registrants. By registering for this event, you consent to your information being shared with the co-host organizations.

Additional Resources

• Council on Foundations Statement on Proposed IRS Regulations Affecting Private Schools
• Racial Nondiscrimination in Private Schools
• FAQ: The Public Policy and Illegality Doctrines

For over 75 years, the Council on Foundations has worked to support the nation’s community foundations, acting as a voice for them in Washington, D.C. while providing essential policy guidance and resources. Now, through the new CF Leadership Coalition, Policy and Communications Add-On, Council members have the option to receive expanded, direct support to navigate and influence public policy on top of their existing membership benefits.

Council staff will detail the expanded benefits available to members who choose to upgrade, and how you can join this growing network of community foundations leading on policy issues. They will also be joined by a member of the Leadership Coalition, who will share what its creation means for their organization and the broader field.

Topic: Data-Informed Community Support

Join fellow community foundation leaders for a dynamic roundtable discussion on how data can shape grantmaking strategy, illuminate opportunities, strengthen donor partnerships, and deepen community impact. Explore how foundations are using insights from sources such as community surveys, ALICE data, and analyses of federal funding changes to shape grantmaking strategies, respond to emerging needs, and engage donors in meaningful ways. Through real-world examples and candid peer perspectives, you will gain practical insights and fresh ideas for using data to maximize the impact of your foundation's resources and leadership.

In partnership with:

Join us for an open office hours session to learn more about applying to and participating in the Community Foundations Working Across Differences Accelerator.

Details to Note

• This session will NOT be recorded, but we will add frequently asked questions to our FAQ page.
• Applications for the Community Foundations Working Across Differences Accelerator are due September 4, 2026.

Learn more about the Community Foundations Working Across Differences Accelerator, or email knowledge@cof.org with any questions.

This peer-learning space brings together funders working across the Asia-Pacific region and is designed to be an informal, peer-led conversation where participants can share experiences and learn from one another as legal, regulatory, and security dynamics continue to shift across the region. ICNL will share insights from what they are hearing from local partners, followed by an open discussion to surface funder questions, needs, and approaches.

Please reach out to Victoria Méndez if you have any questions.