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Scholarships & Grants to Individuals

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Making grants to individuals is a time-honored tradition for many foundations. Organizations that operate grants to individuals programs often find that these activities require in-depth legal knowledge. From information about granting scholarships for study to economic hardship awards, the…

FAQ: Scholarships

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Frequently asked questions about establishing and administering scholarships.

Scholarship Funds and PPA Compliance

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Information on bringing scholarship funds into compliance under the PPA.

Legal Matters for Corporate Foundations and Giving Programs - Virtual - June 2026

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Led by the Council on Foundations Legal team, this workshop is flexibly organized to ensure that your broad legal questions for administering funds, grants, and corporate foundation activities are addressed. The legal team will provide technical and practical understanding of complex rules and…

Court Cases That Have Been Decided or Dismissed

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The Council is committed to helping our members stay informed about litigation that may have an impact on the philanthropic sector. This page lists cases that we tracked through their conclusion, whether they were decided in court or by settlement. Please see our list of ongoing cases we are…

Stories from the Field Archive

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View Latest StoriesSVCF’s Nicole Taylor on the Potential Coming Wave of AI Employee Philanthropy — Inside Philanthropy | July 9, 2026Hawai‘i Community Foundation celebrates 25 years of giving in Waimea — Big Island Now | July 1, 2026Outer Banks Community Foundation unveils new Community Terrace —…

Career Pathways 2025-26 Program Information Session

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Career Pathways is a leadership development cohort program designed to accelerate the careers of diverse professionals in the philanthropic sector. Graduates of the program will deepen their expertise, expand their networks, and hone their leadership skills to advance the field. Career Pathways…

Leading Locally 2025 - Place Builder Scholarship

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Place Builder Scholarship The Place Builder Scholarship supports participation for leaders who may not otherwise be able to attend Leading Locally 2025 due to limited professional development budgets. The scholarship will cover the full cost of registration. Travel, meals outside of the event,…

Career Pathways 2024 Program Information Session

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  Career Pathways is a leadership development cohort program designed to accelerate the careers of diverse professionals in the philanthropic sector. Graduates of the program will deepen their expertise, expand their networks, and hone their leadership skills to advance the field. To date,…

Legal Matters for Community Foundations Workshop - February 2026

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Workshop HoursTuesday, February 3 : 1:00-4:30 p.m. ETThursday, February 5: 1:00-4:30 p.m. ETYour FacultyRemy BarnwellStaff CounselCouncil on FoundationsRachel SklarStaff CounselCouncil on FoundationsYour HostsJill GordonSenior Manager, TrainingCouncil on FoundationsJeryl RaphaelAssociate,…

Take Action

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Bookmark this page! We will update it with action alerts as opportunities to contact your congressional representation arise. Learn about rules and guidelines for permissible lobbying and advocacy activities by foundations.

Glossary of Global Grantmaking Terms - Center for Global Grantmaking

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Visit the Council’s Glossary of Philanthropic Terms for a more comprehensive glossary.View by Letter# C D E F G I L N P S T#501(c)(3)Section of the Internal Revenue Code that designates an organization as charitable and tax-exempt. Organizations qualifying under this section include religious,…

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