This primer introduces you to the wide world of foundation strategic planning. No two strategic plans are alike, and the process for developing and implementing strategic plans can be just as different. In this primer, you’ll discover why funders engage in strategic planning, get an overview of the strategic planning process, and hear what other... Read More
This guide is for professional advisors whose clients want to formalize their charitable giving through a giving vehicle such as a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) or a private foundation. Experienced professional advisors know that helping clients find the best giving vehicle available for them creates a win-win situation. The clients will be happier with a vehicle that is a... Read More
When your organization welcomes new board members, you know you need to share about your foundation, its programs, and what it means to serve on a board. But where to begin? Some of your new trustees may be family members who’ve grown up hearing about the foundation. Others may be experts who specialize in your... Read More
New staff members can offer your foundation an opportunity to deepen its capacity, broaden its perspective, and increase its impact. In this primer, you’ll find an overview of the issues a foundation should weigh at each step of the hiring process. These steps include: Recruiting Interviewing Setting compensation Hiring New employee orientation Whether you are... Read More
If you haven’t established a system for keeping good records, now is the time! This primer explains what documents to keep and for how long, and describes how to organize your documents by creating a records management system. A system includes: Sorting your documents into categories. Organizing documents and setting up files so you can... Read More
While managing a small foundation is rewarding, it can also have its risks. This primer can help you assess your foundation’s risks and educate you about insurance as it relates to your organization’s good governance and good management. It covers the following topics: Key insurance policies for nonprofit foundations Shopping for insurance Risk management Protecting... Read More