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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.

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…

Council Contributions to Recent Legal Cases

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As part of its advocacy work, the Council may weigh in on, or participate in, important legal cases when significant issues arise that will impact our members and the field. The Council’s participation is often as Amicus Curiae (Friend of the Court) whereby the Council, although not a party to the…

Council Resources for Responding to COVID-19

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Curated resources from the Council on Foundations that may be helpful for responding to COVID-19.  indicates this content is available to Council members only. Philanthropy Exchange  COVID-19 Survivors Fund – Open Exchange Fees on COVID-19 Funds – Open Exchange…

Council on Foundations Celebrates 2025 Award Winners

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WASHINGTON – Today, the Council on Foundations announced the winners of the 2025 Council Awards, including two new awards - the Excellence in Community Foundation Leadership Award and Building Together Award. The winners include:Distinguished Service Award: Rip Rapson, Kresge Foundation President…

Legal Matters for Community Foundations - Virtual - September 2026

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Training OverviewSession Hours:Tuesday, September 29: 1:00-4:30 p.m. ETThursday, October 1: 1:00-4:30 p.m. ETThroughout the training, sessions will include:Insight from Council's top-notch legal team that interacts with nearly 2,000 foundation leaders each yearTrends spotted by our broader team,…

Erin Johnson

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Erin Johnson has worked in the nonprofit field for over 25 years with a focus on reproductive health, disease prevention, capacity building and philanthropy. As Vice President for Community Investment at Central Carolina Community Foundation, she leads the foundation’s efforts to increase its…

Laura Washington

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Laura Washington is President and CEO of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV), where she leads efforts to strengthen regional philanthropy by connecting caring donors with organizations advancing solutions to the community’s most pressing challenges—and those that make the Hudson…

Webinar Recording: Post-Graduation Scholarships: What Are They and How Can You Use Them?

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  Interested in alleviating the student loan debt crisis and attracting needed talent to your community? This webinar is for you! Last year, the Workforce Development Through Post-Graduation Scholarships Act was introduced in Congress. This bill would allow charitable foundations to…

Community Foundation Consulting Services

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By leveraging CF Insights tools and benchmarking data, the Council can help your community foundation align economics with mission, make informed adjustments to administrative fees, model the effects of broader economic forces on your operations, and more.  Get dedicated support to:…

Lorenzo Chavez

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As Executive Director, Education and Scholarships, Lorenzo Chavez oversees ACF’s scholarship program, education grantmaking through the Ellis Center for Educational Excellence, and public policy engagements related to education. Prior to ACF, Lorenzo worked for ASU, most recently as Associate…

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