5 Reasons Why Having a Foundation Website Is Valuable: People are looking for you online. Websites save you time and money. Websites save grantees time and money. Websites tell grantees they are important. Websites promote the good work of your foundation and your grantees. Read More
Classifying staff Your foundation must classify every person who receives compensation as an employee or a contractor. The IRS has guidelines (in publication 15-A) to help you classify your new employee. If determined to be a contractor, the employer does not collect or pay any employment taxes. It’s important to understand that the foundation is... Read More
Consider these compelling reasons for choosing a focus or two: A focus directs your time and allows you to develop expertise. Boards and staff have limited time; use it wisely by focusing their efforts. A focus allows your key players to know the issues and grantees more intimately and to strategically apply their knowledge, reputations, and... Read More
According to the most recent Foundation Operations and Management Survey, the vast majority (97%) of participating foundations provided benefits for full-time staff. In addition, about three-quarters (73%) of foundations provided some benefits to part-time staff working 20 to 29 hours per week. Furthermore, more than half (58%) provided some benefits to part-time staff working 1... Read More