Topic: Governance - Page 42

Successful Succession: Inspiring and Preparing New Generations of Charitable Leaders

Posted on April 4, 2003 by Virginia M. Esposito

This Passages issue paper describes why, when, and how your family foundation’s board can prepare the next generation for charitable service. These practical and proven strategies will be of interest to any family thinking about or going through a succession process… Read More

Qualities of the Good Trustee

Posted on November 4, 2002 by John Nason

In ‘Foundation Trusteeship: Service in the Public Interest,’ John Nason revisited his exploration of the role of philanthropic governance that he began in his 1977 landmark book, ‘Trustees and the Future of Foundations.’ In his second volume, Nason offered a list of the ten qualities of a good trustee, provided here… Read More

Example of a family foundation spending policy

Posted on October 28, 2002 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Sample policy describing the goals of one foundation’s annual spending policy, and the methods it will use to achieve those goals… Read More

Statement of Board Culture (Surdna Foundation)

Posted on October 28, 2002 by Surdna Foundation

This statement from the Surdna Foundation describes the Board’s goals for the culture of its staff and board interactions… Read More

Seven guidelines for handling conflicts constructively

Posted on October 27, 2002 by Deborah Brody Hamilton

This series of suggestions provides guidance around how to identify and manage conflicts in a constructive manner. Suggestions include: ask yourself what it is that you don’t yet know; separate the problem from the person; and develop your ability to look at the conflict from the outside… Read More

Conflict of interest policy (Self Foundation)

Posted on October 27, 2002 by Self Family Foundation

The South Carolina-based Self Foundation’s policy on dealing with potential conflicts of interest between board members and grantees. The Foundation encourages board members to play an active role in the community by serving as board members or other-wise being involved with a wide spectrum of nonprofit organizations. … Read More

Dr. Mohammed Murtaza Arain: A Muslim Family’s Expressions of Faith and Philanthropy

Posted on October 21, 2002 by Lester A. Picker

This case study from ‘Faith and Family Philanthropy’ describes the of Mohammed Murtaza Arain, M.D., a well-respected Chicago surgeon. For Dr. Arain and his family, it all begins and ends with the Qur’an. Whether welcoming the new day or making decisions about his personal philanthropy, the Holy Qur’an provides a roadmap that guides their life and actions. ***** Righteousness does… Read More

Jean and Betty Fairfax: An African-American Family’s Experiences in Faith and Philanthropy

Posted on October 21, 2002 by Lester A. Picker

This account from 'Faith and Family Philanthropy' describes the stories of sisters Betty and Jean Fairfax. Born and raised in modest circumstances in Cleveland, the Fairfaxes were steeped in strong family and religious values. Those values shaped their attitudes toward life, shattering the stereotypical notion of African-American philanthropy… Read More

Opportunity of a Lifetime: Young Adults in Family Philanthropy

Posted on October 4, 2002 by Alison D. Goldberg

This Passages Issue Brief addresses one of the most important opportunities in family philanthropy – encouraging young adults to take part in the family’s giving process and to become philanthropic in their own right. What are the reasons that families involve young adults? And what can young adults themselves do to become more connected to the family’s philanthropy?… Read More

Check this: A compliance checklist for private foundations

Posted on September 24, 2002 by Jane Nober

This list is a helpful tool for family foundation boards seeking to assess whether their foundation is operating in accordance with the relevant legal requirements and whether any modifications to foundation legal documents or procedures are necessary… Read More

Successful Succession: Inspiring and Preparing New Generations of Charitable Leaders

Governance

Successful Succession: Inspiring and Preparing New Generations of Charitable Leaders

Posted on April 4, 2003 by Virginia M. Esposito

Qualities of the Good Trustee

Posted on November 4, 2002 by John Nason

Example of a family foundation spending policy

Posted on October 28, 2002 by National Center for Family Philanthropy

Statement of Board Culture (Surdna Foundation)

Posted on October 28, 2002 by Surdna Foundation

Seven guidelines for handling conflicts constructively

Posted on October 27, 2002 by Deborah Brody Hamilton

Conflict of interest policy (Self Foundation)

Posted on October 27, 2002 by Self Family Foundation

Dr. Mohammed Murtaza Arain: A Muslim Family’s Expressions of Faith and Philanthropy

Posted on October 21, 2002 by Lester A. Picker

Jean and Betty Fairfax: An African-American Family’s Experiences in Faith and Philanthropy

Posted on October 21, 2002 by Lester A. Picker

Opportunity of a Lifetime: Young Adults in Family Philanthropy

Posted on October 4, 2002 by Alison D. Goldberg

Check this: A compliance checklist for private foundations

Posted on September 24, 2002 by Jane Nober

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