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Values-Aligned Philanthropy Board Discussion Guide
CF Insights Activity-Based Costing Toolkit
2022 Council on Foundations - Commonfund Study of Investment of Endowments for Private and Community Foundations (CCSF)
Learning from the Future: A Resource for Planning Ahead
Survey Results: The Operation of Women’s Funds at Community Foundations
Do More than Grow: Realizing the Potential of Community Foundation Donor-Advised Funds
Seeking Shared Success: Business Model Innovation Through Mergers, Affiliations, and Alliances
Fueling Impact: A Fresh Look at Business Model Innovation and New Revenue Sources
Taking Informed Action in Challenging Times: Helping Community Foundations during Economic Downturn
Align, Adapt, Aspire: Ten Years of Community Foundation Business Model Evolution
Raising Money While Raising Hell: Catalytic Community Leadership and Successful Fundraising for Community Foundations
A Scan of Community Foundations Accepting Cryptocurrency Gifts
CF Insights Interactive Strategy Model toolkit
CF Insights Economic Scenario Planning toolkit
Assessing Community Foundation Needs and Envisioning the Future
Making Informed Decisions in Uncertain Times: Helping Community Foundations during Economic Volatility
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