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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.
NEW REPORT
2026 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report
The 2026 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date data on U.S. philanthropic sector salaries, benefits, and demographic details, with information presented by grantmaker type, foundation type, asset size, and geographic location.
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.
GLOBAL REPORT
The State of Global Giving by U.S. Foundations 2026 Edition
The new edition of The State of Global Giving by U.S. Foundations dives into data to provide the latest perspective on how the nation’s foundations are supporting critical efforts to improve lives around the globe. Download for free.
NEW REPORT
2026 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report
The 2026 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Report contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date data on U.S. philanthropic sector salaries, benefits, and demographic details, with information presented by grantmaker type, foundation type, asset size, and geographic location.
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.
GLOBAL REPORT
The State of Global Giving by U.S. Foundations 2026 Edition
The new edition of The State of Global Giving by U.S. Foundations dives into data to provide the latest perspective on how the nation’s foundations are supporting critical efforts to improve lives around the globe. Download for free.
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