There was a slight uptick in asset growth across the field after a virtual flattening in FY 2015, though the growth rates of individual community foundations remain relatively neutral.

The data and findings throughout this dashboard are based on FY 2016 Columbus Survey responses from 253 community foundations. We extend our thanks to all who participated.

Staff and financial resources are important to monitor for smaller foundations who are looking to grow, and for larger foundations who are looking for the flexibility to diversify their offerings.

Differences in community foundation size are reflected in their different operating models and product focus.

After FY 2016 saw the field experience a slight uptick in asset growth, the community foundation field saw accelerated growth in FY 2017, both in the aggregate and among individual community foundations. The field’s total reported assets increased by 19%, at least partially due to wider market conditions producing strong investment returns for community foundations across the field.

The data and findings throughout this dashboard are based on FY 2017 Columbus Survey responses provided by 269 community foundations. We extend our thanks to all who participated and contributed to this dataset.