Community Foundations

Reflecting on Your Origin Story: Understanding Wealth, Legacy, and Equity

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Holley Fowler Martens, David Roswell, Katherine Lorenz

old photographs on table; genealogy; family tree
The criticism of wealth is longstanding and brings to the fore a conversation on justice that is important to reflect upon in the pursuit of effective family philanthropy. Though necessary, this type of reflection often raises a number of difficult questions that require philanthropic families to interrogate their history and reconcile the actions of their ancestors. Join us for a… Read More

Community Foundations Network Topical Call: Connect with Peers Based on Experience Level

Posted on November 10, 2021

boardroom meeting with a large group of people
We are creating time for peer learning based on your personal experience with philanthropic advising for multi-generational families. Registrants will be sent login information for each room closer to the event date. Getting Started (haven’t done 21/64 or CAP) – What is your onboarding for process for DAFs and families? Talk with peers about getting new families started in their… Read More

Advancing Racial Equity Inside Community Foundations

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Brian Hamilton, Cathy Wright, Christopher Nanni, Lori Bartczak

Growing numbers of community foundations are making commitments to advancing racial equity in their communities. While forming a point of view on racial equity is an important first step, putting that commitment into action is complex work. What are the steps community foundations are taking to advance racial equity inside their foundations? How are they engaging important stakeholders—such as board… Read More

Community Foundation Spark Session: Supporting Young Changemakers

Posted on September 20, 2021 by Nithin Jilla, Avani Narang, Hilary Hamm, Kristin Giant

The rising generations inspire us with their passion and skills for making a difference in the world. And they confound us with how they do so—crowdfunding and peer-led events, advocacy and political action, impact investing and shareholder activism, international development, starting a B Corp, and more. Yes, even tax-deductible gifts when charities actually earn their trust. How do these young… Read More

Community Foundations Network Topical Call: Connect with Peers Based on Experience Level

Posted on August 13, 2021

boardroom meeting with a large group of people
We are creating time for peer learning based on your personal experience with philanthropic advising for multi-generational families. Registrants will be sent login information for each room closer to the event date. Getting Started (haven’t done 21/64 or CAP) – Holidays, Family, & Giving Season: What resources are you sharing with families to promote their discussions this giving season? Medium-Low… Read More

Community Foundations Network Topical Call: Youth Philanthropy Engagement and Adaptations

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Katherine Ponce, Sheryl Seller

Join the Sillerman Center’s Youth Philanthropy Project staff to better understand the current landscape of youth philanthropy and youth engagement through insights from their State of Youth Philanthropy (2020-2021) survey, conducted in collaboration with the Foundation for MetroWest. Learn about what their data show about the way programs have adapted throughout of COVID-19, and the social and racial injustices faced across the country, and the… Read More

Limited Life Foundations: Lessons from CEOs

Posted on June 8, 2021 by John Esterle, Joe Del Guercio, Teri Behrens, Glen Galaich, Ellen Friedman

Philanthropic purpose, impact, and perpetuity are on the minds of giving families more than ever before. Many are reconsidering the lifespan of their giving effort with a fresh lens as community needs increase and the sector evolves. Yet the opportunities of limited lifespan are often not clear or not fully understood, and neither are the potential challenges. In this webinar,… Read More

Community Foundations Network Topical Call: Family Philanthropy Services Survey Results

Posted on May 26, 2021 by Tony Macklin

How do community foundations structure their philanthropic services and specialized services for generous families? What revenue streams do they receive? Where do they see demand for services growing now and in the future? NCFP’s Senior Program Consultant, Tony Macklin, CAP®, will discuss the results of the business model survey that community foundations are completing in May and June. The results… Read More

Legacy in Family Philanthropy: A Modern Framework

Posted on May 16, 2021 by Shira Saperstein, Janice Simsohn Shaw

Adult hand holding child's hand - legacy
Legacy is a fundamental consideration in the practice of effective family philanthropy, yet it remains one of the most ambiguous and often overlooked concepts in our field. Many families approach legacy with a retrospective lens—one that reflects on a philanthropic effort across a number of years or even generations. However, legacy is emergent and iterative. It ought to be considered… Read More

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