Philanthropic Families Partnering with Community Foundations

Community foundations can be a trusted resource and partner to philanthropic families. They help families solve practical issues such as geographic dispersion and can provide deeper support around issues such as community problem-solving and family succession planning. This NCFP Featured Search provides a range of examples of these partnerships. Know of other good resources to include here? Please let us know.

NCFP Webinars

Community Foundation Spark Session: Partnerships Between Family Donors and Community Foundations

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Ten Ways Philanthropic Families Work with Community Foundations

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Families and Community Foundations Working Together

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Stories and Profiles of Donors

Giving as a Family: My Family’s Use of a Donor-Advised Fund Through Our Community Foundation

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Knowledge Philanthropy: Engaging Donors in Community Needs

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The Ansara Family Fund: Partnering Beyond Borders for Long-term Impact

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The Efroymson Family Fund: Commitment to Community

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Painting a Family Philanthropy Canvas

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Community Foundation Youth Engagement Models

Igniting the Spark: the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta

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Igniting the Spark: Greater Worcester Community Foundation

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Igniting the Spark: YOUTHadelphia, a Program of the Philadelphia Foundation

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Igniting the Spark: Foundation for Metrowest

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Articles and Additional Resources

What Are Easy Ways to Involve My Children in Giving This Year?

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How Do Family Foundations Partner with Community Foundations?

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How Can Family Foundations and Community Foundations Work Most Effectively Together?

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Families and Community Foundations: Natural Partners, Enhanced Results

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Community Foundations: Your First Stop when Shopping for a New Donor-Advised Fund?

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