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Friends and Colleagues,
Over the last year, the Council on Foundations has taken action on behalf of philanthropy and our members. We have launched new efforts to connect colleagues with each other. We have released significantly improved information and research, like our new Board Compensation…
Every year, International Corporate Philanthropy Day is observed on the last Monday in February to “raise awareness of corporate-community partnerships and inspire businesses around the world to engage further.” But did you know that the three most important words in the previous…
An article recently published in Research & Development shared how researchers are using social media to draw attention to their research. Discussing their work with reporters and sharing on social media seemed to increase the likelihood that one’s research is cited, thereby…
Bo Miller is president and executive director of Dow Chemical Company Foundation, a member of the Council on Foundations.
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. We hear that phrase and understand that the most difficult tasks are accomplished one step at a time, with resolve and long-term dedication. And I would add, with the help of each other.
At Dow, we see our 29-year…
House Fails to Make Charitable Extenders Permanent
Party-Line Vote and White House Veto Threat
Yesterday, we told our readers in a breaking news alert that the House failed to advance the Supporting America’s Charities Act (H.R. 5806), a milestone bill that would have widely benefited…
As a librarian, one of the services I provide is digital content procurement and licensing. Part of that process is negotiating the most beneficial terms of use for the organization. Sometimes, however, there are terms that a vendor just won’t budge on, which means giving staff members news…
Simon Greer is president and CEO of the Nathan Cummings Foundation, a member of the Council on Foundations. This blog originally appeared on the Nathing Cummings Foundation website.