Community and Public Foundations
Philanthropy Northwest Members and Services
- Philanthropy Northwest Community Foundation Initiative
Philanthropy Northwest is pleased to announce a unique initiative to support community foundations in their role as philanthropic champions of community well-being. - Community and Public Foundation Members
- Best Practices in Grantmaking
This intensive, interactive, seminar on essential skills and strategies in grantmaking is offered several times each year at locations throughout our member region. The next Best Practices event will be held October 28 - 29, 2010 in Seattle. - Workshops and Symposiums
Learning opportunites for grantmakers that address emerging issues in philanthropy. Peer learning and connecting with other families about issues unique to this sector.
More Resources
- Broad Benefits: Health Related Giving by Private and Community Foundations
Rigorous examination of financial support given by foundations to underserved communities. June, 2009. (PDF, 449 KB) - The Principles Workbook, Steering Your Board Toward Good Governance and Ethical Practice
Published by The Board Source, 2009. (PDF, 676 KB) - 2008 Study of High Net Worth Philanthropy
Addresses Issues Driving Charitable Activities Among Affluent Households. From the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. Sponsored by Bank of America. - Lobbying Rules for Public Foundations
Advocacy Advisory from the Alliance for Justice - Bibliography: Community Foundations (2008, DOC)
News and Reports
- Key Facts on Community Foundations
Foundation Center reports on giving trends by community foundations, based on 2006 and 2007 grantmaking data. (April, 2008, PDF, 754 KB) - The Social and Economic Value of Community and Private Foundations
The Philanthropic Collaborative report analyzes the significant economic returns generated through the work of these foundations. (PDF, December, 2008)