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About the Council

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The Council on Foundations is a nonprofit membership association that serves as a guide for philanthropies as they advance the greater good. Building on our 75-year history, the Council supports over 1,000 member organizations in the United States and around the world to build trust in philanthropy…

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Why Standards Matter

The community foundations in the U.S. are not only the oldest in the world, they are certainly the wealthiest and probably the most resilient. They have paved the way for a global movement which currently counts 1,858 community foundations in 71 countries worldwide (see Community Foundation Atlas…

Legal Essentials for Private Foundations

We all want to feel confident that our foundation is operating within its legal bounds. Join us for a full day of interactive and engaging learning geared to those who are new to the legal requirements of private foundation giving, or in need of a refresher. This seminar will cover the essentials…

Basic Options for Global Grantmaking by U.S. Foundations

The Council on Foundations' definition of “international grantmaking” includes grants made by U.S. foundations and corporations to overseas recipients as well as grants made to U.S.-based organizations operating international programs. This also includes grants made toward activities wholly within…

Next Gen Fellows Program

The Next Gen Fellows Program is a 6-month training fellowship for dynamic leaders roughly 18 to 35 years old who are involved in all types of foundations as current or soon to be trustees or staff. The program is designed for deep learning and peer networking to prepare the next generation for…

New Podcast: Philanthropy Hour's Conversation with Vikki Spruill

Council President and CEO Vikki Spruill sat down with Philanthropy Hour’s Greg Cherry for an intimate conversation about the impact and value of American philanthropy and the Council on Foundations' role in advancing the common good. Hear what Vikki considers to be trending in the field…

How a Private Foundation Can Use "Friends of" Organizations

U.S. private foundations are increasingly involved in international grantmaking. One way for a private foundation to give overseas is to make grants directly to foreign charities. Many U.S. private foundations, however, may want to consider giving overseas indirectly through a "Friends of"…

Southern California Grantmakers - 2017 Annual Conference

Save the Date! Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Southern California Grantmakers 2017 Annual Conference Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles

Washington Snapshot - February 23, 2017

In this Week’s Edition of Snapshot… Tax Reform Update: House Republicans face growing opposition to border adjustability Charitable Giving Coalition Spends Day Fighting for the Charitable Deduction on Capitol Hill IRS makes 1023-EZ data available online In the States: State…

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2017 Annual Conference - Site Sessions

Site Sessions Want to see outside the walls of the conference hotel and experience philanthropy at work? Sign up for a site session and participate in excursions to organizations making a difference in Dallas, Texas. Advance registration is required for all site sessions. Each facility associated…

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