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As the COVID-19 crisis ravages our communities, the philanthropic sector is continuing to respond to the needs of families, communities, and the nonprofit sector.
Foundations often play an essential role in disaster relief and recovery. Not only do foundations provide grants and help raise money, they also use their experience and expertise to help civic leaders and responders distribute aid and rebuild communities.
Our disaster grantmaking resource page…
The Community Foundations Series is based on knowledge gained from Irvine's multiyear investment in a group of small, growing community foundations in California. It features practical information, examples, and tools that community foundations can use to help plan for growth and maximum impact…
Increasing personal accountability is probably the most effective way to enhance the performance of board members. Here are a few suggestions.
by James E. Klusman
"Life's a lot more fun when you're not responsible for your actions." So says Calvin, in the cartoon "Calvin…
Celebrate, Convene, Connect
In 2021, the Council hosted a series of virtual events that offered members the opportunity to hear directly from Council leaders and peers on some of philanthropy’s most important challenges and opportunities. These free events provided connection, insight, and…
Advance best practices within your organization through professional development, expanded knowledge, and these other valuable Council resources.
Best Practices, Legal Compliance, and Research
The Council develops and maintains an expansive collection of foundation best practices, sample…
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Foundations increasingly have access to a treasure trove of data from the work of grantees and from public sources. But rather than share these data in spreadsheet format, it’s advantageous to create graphs, tables, maps, and other visual summaries of findings. Such…
Community Foundations make a real impact in their communities, as demonstrated through these stories from the field. Use these examples to frame your own message of impact.
Strengthening Communities Blog Posts - Posts written by community foundation leaders on the Council's blog.…
Celebrating National Community Foundation Week
November 12-18: Engage with Your Local Community Today!
Community Foundation Week, created in 1989 by former President George H.W. Bush, recognizes the important work of community foundations throughout America and their collaborative and innovative…