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An overview on the self-dealing law, including definitions, common problem areas, exceptions, penalties, and resources.
In the 2015 Trends Study, NCFP found that nearly three-quarters of all family foundations are still considering whether they want to limit their philanthropic lifespans.
While transparency is an important value in principle, what do you do when your foundation’s privacy is also your family’s privacy? How do you balance the need for public accountability with a family’s right to privacy?
Wondering what to do with your 8 to 28-year-olds this summer? Unsure of how to get them involved in – and excited about – your family’s philanthropy?
While mission investing is a trend that’s sweeping the field, families may face a variety of unexpected challenges when implementing a mission (or impact) investment strategy.
How can your board develop a transition plan to maximize your new executive director’s prospects for success?
NCFP's Family Staff and Volunteer Peer Learning Network is a peer discussion forum for NCFP Friends who serve in a paid or volunteer family staffing role.
Collaboration and respect are key to building a healthy and strong family, organization, and community. Learn from three giving families working on donor collaboratives, innovative grantee/grantor partnerships, and strategic funder and government collaborations.
Coming July 2018: NCFP’s Strategic Lifespan Peer Network. NCFP’s benchmark trends study found that 20% of the youngest family foundations have decided to operate with a limited lifespan.
This conversation will feature a variety of practical tips for bridging the power divide with your grantees, with one another, and with other partners in your work.