Expand Philanthropy’s Opportunities to Thrive
Because when we increase participation in and trust of philanthropy, we build shared investment in creating a better future.
What To Expect From The Council
The Differences We’ll Make Together
Advocating for incentives for a wider variety of people to give.
We will focus on expanding giving across all dimensions of society, with a particular focus on institutional philanthropy.
The Differences We’ll Make Together
In 5 years
Giving USA numbers indicate annual increases in giving, across different dimensions of society.
In 20 years
More people see themselves as givers and more people regularly give.
Growth in annual giving keeps pace with growth in GDP.
Activities
What to expect from the Council
Cultivation of a supportive federal policy environment.
We will represent the field on Capitol Hill, build strong relationships with policy makers and regulators, and advocate for laws and regulations that advance the greater good, enable diverse philanthropic endeavors to thrive, and spur the growth of charitable giving without increasing wealth inequality.
The Differences We’ll Make Together
In 5 years
Tax policy changes in ways that encourage increased philanthropy, while applying a lens of reducing wealth inequality.
In 20 years
The tax code has shifted to apply incentives to giving more fairly.
Activities
What to expect from the Council
A more accurate narrative about who participates in philanthropy.
Communications efforts will reframe the story of who gives, recognize the generosity and impact of everyday givers, and strengthen the culture of philanthropy.
The Differences We’ll Make Together
In 5 years
Public perception of philanthropy improves and trust in philanthropy increases.
In 20 years
Philanthropists are widely known to be people driven by service and purpose rather than power and ego.
Trust in philanthropy outpaces business and government.
Activities
What to expect from the Council
Resources and advocacy to improve global grantmaking.
We will advocate for policies in the U.S. and abroad that make cross-border giving possible and help U.S. foundations better address the power dynamics inherent to global grantmaking.
The Differences We’ll Make Together
In 5 years
U.S. foundations make more direct grants to trusted, local nonprofits overseas.
In 20 years
U.S. philanthropy flows globally and is trusted as a resource to advance locally led initiatives in communities around the world.