Strengthening Communities
Our upcoming virtual meet-up will be a time to connect with peers across the nation- be prepared to share insights or ask questions in this peer-led conversation!
This conversation will focus on how to creatively engage with fundholders and discuss:
How do you engage with donor…
Legal Compliance Guidance
Accepting Cryptocurrency as Charitable Contributions will help community foundations navigate questions and concerns around receiving cryptocurrency as charitable contributions. Get comprehensive, state-by-state information from the Council's Legal Resources Team on how your foundation can…
Supporting Local Journalism
In recent years, local news outlets have faced unprecedented pressures from declining revenue and increased complexities of operational structures. Local journalism is a significant factor in building trust and strengthening communities, in which community foundations…
Trends in Philanthropy
Join this interactive and informal virtual-meet up for all community foundation staff who are philanthropic advisors or involved in donor stewardship. This peer-led conversation will be a time to connect with peers across the nation and share learnings.
This…
May 2023 National Standards Monthly Zoom Session
CFNSB hosts a monthly call to offer community foundation staff the opportunity to learn what's new, or ask any questions related to the National Standards program. The input of community foundation staff is critical to the success of the program.
This event will take place the second Wednesday of…
National Standards Monthly Zoom Session - April 2023
CFNSB hosts a monthly call to offer community foundation staff the opportunity to learn what's new, or ask any questions related to the National Standards program. The input of community foundation staff is critical to the success of the program.
This event will take place the second Wednesday of…
National Standards Monthly Zoom Session - March 2023
CFNSB hosts a monthly call to offer community foundation staff the opportunity to learn what's new, or ask any questions related to the National Standards program. The input of community foundation staff is critical to the success of the program.
This event will take place the second Wednesday of…
This event is SOLD OUT.
Still interested in joining us for a Community Foundation Excellence (CFE) Fundamentals course? Register now for July.
A well-trained staff and an informed board are critical to the success of community foundations in our fast-changing world. This course helps new and…
Legal Matters for Community Foundations - Virtual - March 2023
Led by the Council on Foundations Legal Team, this workshop is flexibly organized to ensure that your broad legal questions for administering funds, grants, and community foundation activities are addressed. The legal team will provide technical and practical understanding of complex rules and…
This course is SOLD OUT. It will be offered again in May.
A well-trained staff and an informed board are critical to the success of community foundations in our fast-changing world. This course helps new and growing community foundation staff build the essential skills they need to balance…
Philanthropy has come under increasing scrutiny in recent years in terms of the sources of wealth underlying charitable gifts, the allocation of resources, and its decision-making processes. More than ever, those engaged in philanthropy need an ethical orientation to inform their work.
Combining…
The Conference
Leading Locally was an informative, engaging, and energizing event where attendees developed practical skills and connected with peers on the issues that matter to our work. Here's a look back at some exciting moments from our time together.
Conference Photos
Leading Locally…
Partners in Philanthropy: Engaging with Donors
Join this interactive and informal virtual-meet up for all community foundation staff who are philanthropic advisors or involved in donor stewardship. This peer-led conversation will be a time to connect with peers across the nation and share…
Meet the Current Advisory Group Members
Established in 2022, the Council on Foundations' Advisory Group for the Center for Community Foundations provides an opportunity for community foundation leaders to influence and advise the programs, resources, and services the Council provides for this key…
Legal Compliance Guidance
With the sale and use of cannabis still federally prohibited while more states legalize it to varying degrees, the industry is creating far-reaching financial implications for the philanthropic sector.
“Accepting Charitable Contributions from Cannabis Businesses” will help community foundations…
Partners in Philanthropy: Engaging with Professional Advisors
Join this interactive and informal virtual-meet up for all community foundation staff who are philanthropic advisors or involved in donor stewardship. This peer-led conversation will be a time to connect with peers across the…