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Two Resources You Can’t Afford to Miss:

Economic Xchange and our e-journal, Thought>Action>Impact

Get the latest on how your colleagues are handling the economic crisis—and tell us your story. Our website, Economic Xchange, offers up-to-date information, resources, and other tools, and solicits your feedback. And be sure to read our new, bi-monthly e-journal, Thought>Action>Impact, which presents interesting takes on issues that matter to you.
For the lowdown on the economy, visit Economic Xchange. And for thoughtful analysis of current topics, visit Thought>Action>Impact.
Building Strong and Ethical Foundations

Enhancing Stewardship, Effectiveness and Accountability

The Council's 2005-2009 Strategic Framework calls for increased levels of stewardship, effectiveness and accountability within its membership. "Building Strong and Ethical Foundations" is designed to increase understanding of legal practices and to develop and encourage adherence to high ethical standards in grantmaking.
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Career Center: Free For Members!

An Online Resource for Individuals and Organizations

Search for career opportunities. Advertise employment openings.

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Directory of Member Organizations available online

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Contact information for the 2000+ members of the Council on Foundations. A listing to help member organizations get in touch - and stay in touch - with each other.

Look for the Member Organizations link under "Members" on the site navigation tab.
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Congress Renews IRA Charitable Rollover Incentive

In October 2008 Congress and the president agreed to extend the IRA charitable rollover for all of 2008 and 2009. Individuals 70 ½ or older can roll over up to $100,000 each year from their IRAs to eligible public charities.

Read the Council’s IRA Charitable Rollover Analysis [pdf]
Start planning for 2009

Now is the time to stop worrying and to start preparing. The turbulent times we are experiencing may present transformative opportunities for philanthropy. Join us at the Family Philanthropy Conference, the Annual Conference, and the Fall Conference for Community Foundations, where we will bring together the best-thinking, sound advice, and strategies to support you in these unprecedented times.

Visit our 2009 Conferences page for more information
Understanding Philanthropy

A Collection of Resources

Understanding philanthropy is no easy feat, but we have gathered some of the most popular resources to best explain philanthropy. Read "Great Grants" to find out how Sesame Street, public libraries and the polio vaccine became a part of our lives through the grantmaking process, or click "More" to learn about the philanthropic tradition in the United States.

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Featured publication

Donor-Initiated Fundraising: Issues and Guidelines for Community Foundations, Second Edition
An updated reference guide for legal fundraising activities. Topics include liability concerns and compliance with state and federal contribution rules.
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Our mission is to provide the opportunity, leadership and tools needed by philanthropic organizations to expand, enhance and sustain their ability to advance the common good. Over 2,000 grantmaking foundations and giving programs worldwide are members of the Council on Foundations.