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Philanthropy holds a unique role in American society. Philanthropic leaders and foundations play a significant role fostering vibrant communities across our country. The Council supports this role and regularly brings foundation leaders together to learn and share from each other.
The Council on…
Today, more than 30,000 organizations, countless individuals, and a host of policymakers are celebrating the importance and impact of charitable giving and philanthropy. Under the banner of #GivingTuesday, Henry Timms & New York’s 92nd Street YMCA in partnership with the UN Foundation…
David Maurrasse is the Founder and President of Marga Incorporated, a consulting firm that provides services and research to philanthropic initiatives and community partnerships. He also serves as Director at the Earth Institute, an organization that promotes the engagement of enduring…
Monday, April 25, 2016
Community Foundation Day
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. – Breakfast & Registration
9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. – Opening Plenary: Benefits (and Pitfalls) of State Tax Credits for Community Foundations
Community…
In the U.S., more than half of the children younger than a year old are of color and almost one in every 10 counties is majority-minority. By 2023, the majority of U.S. children will be of color. And by 2042, people of color will comprise the majority of the entire U.S. population. These…
Take Action Now on Extenders
Hundreds of thousands heard the message!
Yesterday marked the kickoff in a series of days over the next three weeks when the Council and our colleagues in the field will commit 5 minutes for philanthropy, and connect with Members of Congress about reinstating the…
Passion, integrity, and engagement: These are the key ingredients to successful outcomes or growth in a community (well, everywhere, really). It takes passion to get involved and make changes. It takes integrity be steadfast and do what you say you are going to do, especially when facing the…
Today, the Council on Foundations releases the following statement from its Vice President of Communications Jesse Salazar:
“The Council on Foundations provides leadership opportunities and tools philanthropic organizations need to make a meaningful difference in the life of communities…
Diana Doyle is a principal at Community Planning & Research and initiative director for the Community Experience Partnership.