Ethics and Accountability in Family Philanthropy

A family’s philanthropic values – it’s sense of stewardship, personal commitments and interests of individual family members, and the shared desire to foster charitable impulses in children and future generations – are the foundation of family philanthropy. Articulating and discussing values on a regular basis is part of ethically responsible giving. And ensuring that your grants and gifts are effective in achieving your goals is also an ethical obligation. This Content Collection features board discussion papers, articles, sample policies and practices, and webinars on the topic of ethics and accountability in family philanthropy.

Sample Policies and Practices

Sample Whistleblower Policy

Sample

This is a sample whistleblower policy for nonprofit organizations and foundations.

Code of ethics (sample)

Sample

A sample code of ethics.