Effective Practice


Effective foundation practice applies to every aspect of foundation activity. This section offers a wealth of information and resources that can help your foundation understand and increase its effectiveness.

CMF promotes effective practice and offers members opportunities to:

  • Build skills and knowledge through introductory and advanced education programs and resources - including our annual conference, the nation's largest regional gathering of grantmakers
  • Stay informed about the latest developments in laws and regulations, best practice and grantmaking issues through our newsletters, e-communications and Web site.

In This Area

Links

  • The Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP)
    CEP’s mission is to provide management and governance tools to define, assess, and improve overall foundation performance.
  • GrantCraft
    GrantCraft offers practical insights and tools that illuminate the challenges and skills of the craft of grantmaking and help you be a more effective grantmaker.
  • Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO)
    Grantmakers for Effective Organizations is a coalition of grantmakers committed to building strong and effective nonprofit organizations.