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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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Council & CEONet | Community Foundation CEO Roundtable | October 2026

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Topic: Data-Informed Community SupportJoin fellow community foundation leaders for a dynamic roundtable discussion on how data can shape grantmaking strategy, illuminate opportunities, strengthen donor partnerships, and deepen community impact. Explore how foundations are using insights from…

Pulling Back the Curtain on Narrative Change

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In 2024, the Council on Foundations in partnership with the Center for Public Interest Communications (CPIC) at the University of Florida released Philanthropy’s New Voice, the largest study ever of narratives in philanthropy. The report used a multimethod research effort to surface the American…

Trump Accounts Explainer

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Updated October 1, 2026What are Trump Accounts?Trump Accounts are new accounts—structured as Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA) but with special rules—that are created or organized for the exclusive benefit of a child. U.S. citizens with social security numbers are eligible. Once the child turns…

Nominations for the 2026 Membership Meeting

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Board NomineesAnnounced October 1, 2026Nominations for First Term:Rebecca Fishman LipseyPresident and CEOThe Miami FoundationLearn moreChris HuberPresident and CEOBlack Hills Area Community FoundationLearn moreRenominations for Second Term:Tia HodgesPresident and CEOMetLife FoundationLearn…

Neighborhood Investment in Akron, Ohio

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Lauran Wooley (@mrs.woolleyin5th) shares how The Well Community Dev. Corp. (Well CDC)(@thewellakron) in Akron, Ohio, along with support from the Knight Foundation (@knightfdn), is investing in the Middlebury neighborhood to improve quality of life for residents. Affordable housing, economic…

2026 Annual Member Meeting

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Join us for the Council's Annual Member Meeting.The virtual Member Meeting will include:A conversation with Jay Williams, Council Board Chair and President and CEO of Greater Hartford Gives FoundationA vote to approve the nominations of new members for the Board of DirectorsReports on Council's…

Public Policy Action Network - December 2026 Meeting

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The Council’s Public Policy Action Network is a members-only group of foundation leaders committing their voices, experiences, and networks to engage and educate federal elected officials to foster a policy environment in which philanthropy can thrive. Policymakers depend on the voices and…

Support for Community Health Leaders in Colorado

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Ania Morton (@aniamorton) shares how Cultivando, with support from The Denver Foundation (@tdfcommunity), is training community health leaders through their Promotora Model and creating pathways for community-driven change and long-term wellbeing.     View this post on…

Bridging the Generational Divide, One Dinner at a Time

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Once a month or more, San Antonio residents come together for dinner with strangers. Typically, they gather around tables with fresh flowers and seats for as many as eight people. Pasta or another simple entree is served family-style. Guests talk about people in their lives, their proudest moments…

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The Council on Foundations does not provide grants to people or organizations (except in specific situations). If you're looking for funding for your work, check with the community foundation in your area.If you're looking for information about your own grantmaking, these resources may be helpful:…

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