We believe philanthropy is a powerful force for good. As a nonprofit membership association, the Council is committed to expanding trust in philanthropic organizations as they work to address society's most pressing challenges.
The Council empowers professionals in philanthropy to meet today's toughest challenges and advances a culture of charitable giving in the U.S. and globally. It provides resources, legal guidance, advocacy, peer communities, and programs to support foundations and philanthropic leaders.
- Offers legal resources, compliance guidance, and sample documents
- Supports advocacy and public policy engagement
- Facilitates peer learning and leadership development
- Provides research, salary surveys, and country-specific giving guidance