Strengthening Communities
FAQ: Fundraising for Community Foundations
Legal Compliance Guidance, Fundamentals
Raising money for community needs is the central function of community foundations. No surprise, then, that we receive more questions about fundraising than about any other topic. Following are some common inquiries we receive by telephone and e-mail and the replies we give.
Documents for Donors…
Community-Focused Development can Create Ripples of Change
When tackling issues around health care, education, infrastructure, or anything else, philanthropy is often perceived as narrowly focusing on the most immediate causes rather than tackling structural or root causes.
But the reality is that philanthropy's role is much more expansive, influential…
Virtual Meet-Up: Community Foundation Donor Services - October 2024
Join this discussion for peer-led insights to gain knowledge and inspiration from your peers in the field. Topic will be announced!
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and learn from fellow professionals in the philanthropic advising and donor stewardship space. Register today…
Virtual Meet-Up: Community Foundation Donor Services - August 2024
Join this discussion for peer-led insights to gain knowledge and inspiration from your peers in the field. Topic will be announced!
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and learn from fellow professionals in the philanthropic advising and donor stewardship space. Register today…
Virtual Meet-Up: Community Foundation Donor Services - June 2024
Join this discussion for peer-led insights to gain knowledge and inspiration from your peers in the field. Topic will be announced!
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and learn from fellow professionals in the philanthropic advising and donor stewardship space. Register today…
Virtual Meet-Up: Community Foundation Donor Services - April 2024
Join this discussion for peer-led insights to gain knowledge and inspiration from your peers in the field. Topic will be announced!
Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and learn from fellow professionals in the philanthropic advising and donor stewardship space. Register today…
Virtual Meet-Up: Community Foundation Donor Services - February 2024
Strategies for Onboarding and Educating Donors
Join us for an insightful virtual meet-up focused on the strategies and best practices of onboarding and educating donors. Discover how your peers across the nation provide essential educational resources and engaging programs designed to empower…
National Standards Monthly Zoom Session - December 2024
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 - November 2024
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 - October 2024
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 - September 2024
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 - August 2024
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 - July 2024
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 - June 2024
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 - May 2024
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 2024
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…