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Connecting the sector.
From sector advocacy and legal support to benchmarking data and peer communities, the Council has resources to empower people working to advance the greater good.
Celebrating Charitable Giving
Generosity Builds
Americans carry the spirit of generosity forward in every corner of the country by giving to the causes they care about every day. Charitable foundations play an important role, funding the work that strengthens the places we call home. Read the stories, and be a part of what's next.
REGULATORY ENGAGEMENT
Treasury and the IRS Release Draft Regulations on the Public Policy Doctrine
On September 3, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS released proposed regulations addressing racial nondiscrimination requirements for private schools. We continue to evaluate the implications for philanthropic organizations. Read our detailed summary of the rule.
SAVE THE DATE
Leading Locally 2027
Connect with community foundations and place-based funders at Leading Locally 2027 in Los Angeles, May 4-6, as we dive into trends, topics, and tools to strengthen your local impact. Sign up for updates to be one of the first to hear when registration opens in late 2026.
Celebrating Charitable Giving
Generosity Builds
Americans carry the spirit of generosity forward in every corner of the country by giving to the causes they care about every day. Charitable foundations play an important role, funding the work that strengthens the places we call home. Read the stories, and be a part of what's next.
REGULATORY ENGAGEMENT
Treasury and the IRS Release Draft Regulations on the Public Policy Doctrine
On September 3, the Department of the Treasury and the IRS released proposed regulations addressing racial nondiscrimination requirements for private schools. We continue to evaluate the implications for philanthropic organizations. Read our detailed summary of the rule.
SAVE THE DATE
Leading Locally 2027
Connect with community foundations and place-based funders at Leading Locally 2027 in Los Angeles, May 4-6, as we dive into trends, topics, and tools to strengthen your local impact. Sign up for updates to be one of the first to hear when registration opens in late 2026.
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