Board selection, training, roles, and responsibilities

Code of Conduct (Anonymous Foundation, 2023)

Posted on June 24, 2025

This resource outlines an anonymous foundation’s standards of behavior and ethical expectations for its staff and affiliates. It covers key areas such as professionalism, confidentiality, conflict of interest, self‑dealing, and fiduciary duties. The document also includes policies and procedures for disclosure, review, and enforcement to ensure integrity, accountability, and compliance across the organization… Read More

Code of Conduct (Packard Foundation, 2023)

Posted on June 24, 2025

This resource from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation outlines its core values, responsibilities, and standards of behavior for trustees. It describes their role in guiding the foundation’s strategy, serving as stewards of its resources, maintaining legal and ethical compliance, and fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect… Read More

Conflict of Interest Policy (George Family Foundation)

Posted on July 22, 2022 by George Family Foundation

The George Family Foundation (GFF) is committed to avoiding transactions or arrangements that give rise to a conflict of interest, potential conflict of interest, or the appearance of a conflict of interest. POTENTIAL Personal-Gain CONFLICTS No less than once a year, GFF Directors and staff will review a list of all GFF grantees, vendors, and other business partners — disclosing… Read More

Board Chair Peer Network: Supporting Your Executive Director and Staff Team

Posted on January 21, 2022 by Jean Whitney, Jim Parsons

Relationships between board and staff are vital to success, effectiveness, and a positive organizational culture for the team and the family. How do you support your executive director through reviews, regular connections, and planning support? How do you intentionally connect with the executive director and staff team? Can you create a two-way street to encourage communication, partnership, and best practice… Read More

Board Chair Peer Network: A Discussion About Racial Justice

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Maggie Lear, Sarah Robinson

Join Maggie Lear and Sarah Robinson to discuss racial justice journeys, practical next steps, and family discussions. Both speakers participated in the NCFP Racial Justice Learning & Action Network. They have had different journeys and will share their experiences as funders and personally. Brainstorm with the group about practical ways to activate in your foundations around racial justice. In this… Read More

Board Chair Peer Network: Navigating and Leading through Family Conflict and Disagreement

Posted on September 24, 2021 by Rebecca Trobe

How do you prepare to lead a tough meeting with your family? Join Dr. Rebecca Trobe for an interactive session of peer connections and learning together. Dr. Trobe works at the intersection of money and meaning, family, and leadership. She will join us to help address and explore how to effectively navigate and utilize your leadership before, during, and after… Read More