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Preparing young adults for involvement in the family’s philanthropy

Posted on May 15, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

There are a number of strategies for teaching young adults about family philanthropy, and preparing them to become involved. This slideshow provides several suggestions for families thinking about how to build and engage a new generation of philanthropic leadership… Read More

Seventeen ways grantmakers can make a difference

Posted on May 15, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Grantmaking—your most powerful tool. Generally, grantseekers submit a proposal to the board to fund a specific project and, if approved, receive a check from the foundation. While this is the most common type of grant, it is only one of many ways foundations can offer support to grantees. … Read More

Five strategies for managing transitions in family philanthropy

Posted on May 15, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

This slide show, adapted from "Generations of Giving," provides tips and strategies for managing each of the above types of transition in family philanthropy… Read More

The basic rules for governing a family foundation

Posted on May 15, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

As a family foundation donor or trustee, you have a variety of important responsibilities as well as prohibited activities. For more information on legal requirements, see this special slide show on “The Basic Rules for Governing a Family Foundation,” based on our best-selling Trustee Notebook by Robert Hull. … Read More

Top trends in family philanthropy

Posted on May 15, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

What are the most important trends in family philanthropy? Where is the field headed, where has it been, and what will the new generation of family philanthropy leaders be concerned about when making decisions related to the management, governance, and grantmaking priorities of their organizations? … Read More

So you want to be a family foundation trustee?

Posted on May 12, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Do you have younger family members who are interested in learning more about whether being a family foundation trustee is right for them? Are you looking for a quick and fun way to introduce them to concept of stewardship and the demands and possible challenges of being a foundation board member? Then this 5-minute video is right for you!… Read More

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Susan Packard Orr Named First Distinguished Fellow in Family Philanthropy

Posted on May 9, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

BOSTON – The National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP) today announced that Susan Packard Orr, Chair of the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, is its first Distinguished Fellow in Family Philanthropy. The announcement was made at the first National Forum on Family Philanthropy, taking place through May 9 in Cambridge, Mass. Participants include many of the country’s leading philanthropic families… Read More

Getting Started: Family Giving Considerations Worksheet

Posted on May 2, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

This simple worksheet provides 8 basic considerations that donors should ask themselves and their family members… Read More

Comparing direct gifts, donor-advised funds, private foundations, and supporting organizations

Posted on May 2, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

This simple chart compares four common vehicles for family philanthropy over a variety of considerations, including control, privacy, governance and succession options, administrative and management costs, and tax deductions and gift valuation… Read More

New (and not so new!) ways to engage and integrate the next generation

Posted on April 17, 2014 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Research shows that while next gen donors share many similarities with previous generations, they are also eager to pursue new philanthropic strategies. They want to be more hands-on, impact-focused, and peer-networked. They want to take more risks and try new vehicles, but also do more research and honor family legacy. … Read More