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I recently received a call from a researcher on a new project. As I understood it, a prominent U.S. foundation had asked them to study how domestic donors deal with gender issues. They were to identify funders with a specific commitment to the gender lens in their funding priorities, and then…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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"…
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Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Southern California Grantmakers
2017 Annual Conference
Westin Bonaventure Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles
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…