On page 17, the 2025 Foundation Operations and Management Report finds that 70% of foundations have a physical office, while 30% operate remotely. Additionally, 73% of participating foundations have paid staff, with most (70%) employing between one and three staff members. The number of foundations with paid staff has remained relatively stable over the past five years.
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