Community Philanthropy Updates

As 2026 winds down, we know that community foundations face one of their busiest periods of the year. Whether you have questions about gift acceptance and donor stewardship, grantmaking, or fund administration, we hope you’ll join us for an open office hours session where the Council’s Legal…

Preparing for 2027 with the CF Leadership Coalition. Want to learn more? Visit our website for a full pricing table and a detailed list of benefits, or email cfcoalition@cof.org to speak directly with a member of the team.

Training Hours:Tuesday, March 9, 1-4:30 p.m. ETThis workshop will include:  An overview of the nonprofit universe including information about including 501(c)(3) organizations and the differences between public charities and private foundations.Introduction to the statues, tax codes, and legal…

Taught by a variety of seasoned and experienced community foundation leaders and Council experts, this course helps community foundation staff and board members master the unique aspects of the community foundation field. You'll learn about effective practices, get helpful tools and information,…

Taught by a variety of seasoned and experienced community foundation leaders and Council experts, this course helps community foundation staff and board members master the unique aspects of the community foundation field. You'll learn about effective practices, get helpful tools and information,…

Taught by a variety of seasoned and experienced community foundation leaders and Council experts, this course helps community foundation staff and board members master the unique aspects of the community foundation field. You'll learn about effective practices, get helpful tools and information,…

Taught by a variety of seasoned and experienced community foundation leaders and Council experts, this course helps community foundation staff and board members master the unique aspects of the community foundation field. You'll learn about effective practices, get helpful tools and information,…

This is your last chance to complete the CF Insights Annual Survey FY 2025.

There's still time (but not much) to complete the CF Insights Annual Survey FY2025!

A new grant opportunity from the Council is now open, providing an opportunity to receive funding for working across differences.

Join the Community Foundations National Standards Board or nominate a colleague. Plus your legal question of the month and more!

Welcome to the new members of the Community Foundation Advisory Group! Plus your legal question of the month and more!

Members can join the CF Leadership Coalition to stay more informed, connected, and involved with the field and the Council. Learn more at our info session on May 14!

Apply to join our Advisory Group for the Center for Community Foundations by April 8! The Advisory Group includes a wide range of perspectives to support and advance the work of community foundations.

Our latest CF Insights snapshot report is live with data from FY24! Learn how your peers are approaching grantmaking, DAFs, and more.

Here's what you can look forward to with National Standards in 2026, including a review committee to examine all 26 standards.