Working Across Differences
Building Common Ground in Community Philanthropy
Foundation leaders are key levers of change: uniquely positioned to advance change in their organizations, their communities and the broader field. The Council is excited to offer this program to provide support to leaders who are relatively…
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 governance and management with the broader understanding of…
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…
Applications Are ClosedApplications for our 2026 cohort closed Wednesday, February 25 at 11:59 p.m. ET.Interested in joining the next cohort? Fill out our interest form to be notified when applications open.Sign up for updatesThe Bridging Differences Leadership Cohort is a facilitated virtual…
Positive change doesn't always come easily, especially in times of division and mistrust. But the challenges we face are too big and complex for any one group to solve alone, and real solutions require input and action from a broad coalition of people and groups who sometimes disagree. The appetite…
The Council on Foundations today announced the winners of three Council awards. The 2022 Distinguished Service Award winner, Charles R. Anderson of the San Juan Island Community Foundation; and the 2022 Scrivner Award for Creative Grantmaking winner, the Social Equity Collaborative Fund at Catalyst…
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…
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…
The virtual 2022 Annual Member Meeting included:
Remarks from the 2022 Distinguished Service Award winner, Charles Anderson, Board of Directors and Chair Emeritus of the San Juan Island Community Foundation,
The State of the Council address from Kathleen Enright, President and CEO,…
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…
A blog series highlighting Council members' impact during our 2022 Member Week.
You may notice something different about our website and social media presence. That’s right: Your 73-year-old Council on Foundations has a new look! We’re particularly excited to share this during the Council’s Member Week – a time when we celebrate and connect with our nearly 850 member…
Recent data and research from sources such as the Edelman Trust Barometer suggest declining trust in nonprofits and philanthropy in the United States. Fraying trust in institutions, perceptions that nonprofits and philanthropy are politicized, intensifying critiques of…
Join us for the Council on Foundations’ 2022 Public Policy Summit – where we will come together as a virtual community to explore philanthropy’s role as a bridge-builder. Gain an insider’s view of how the midterm elections reshape the political landscape for philanthropy and learn how foundations…
The Council on Foundations’ Executive-in-Residence Program leverages the expertise of executive-level leaders to shape new areas of work that advance the Council’s long-term goal of supporting philanthropy to be a trusted partner in advancing the greater good.
Participants in the…
A well-trained staff and an informed board are critical to the success of community foundations in our fast-changing world. This traditionally in-person, two-day course adapted to virtual in four, half day sessions helps new and growing community foundation staff build the essential skills they…