How do I make a disaster grantmaking plan?
Download our sample plan for giving in response to a disaster. Read More
Download our sample plan for giving in response to a disaster. Read More
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Your foundation needs insurance: To protect your assets. To protect officers and directors. To protect your volunteers and staff. To ensure your foundation’s ability to fulfill and perpetuate its mission. This webinar explains how different insurance products can help your organization manage risk, and help you determine if you’re adequately covered. It walks you through... Read More
Most foundation files of any significance should be kept a minimum of three years. Review this article for specific recordkeeping recommendations for different types of foundation documents (e.g., founding documents, board records, grant records, accounting records, HR and insurance records). Read More
Our Sample Document Succession Plan for Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer is a plan for contingencies due to the disability, death or departure of the Foundation’s Executive Director/CEO. Read More
Most states do not require private foundations to do audits. As with other good governance or policy issues, often it is up to each individual foundation to decide the approach that works best for them. Check your state laws. A few guidelines to keep in mind: It may be prudent to invest in an audit... Read More