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Resources & Publications


Browse CMF's collection of online resources designed to help you be a more effective grantmaker. Purchase our popular guides - The Michigan Foundation Directory and Establishing A Charitable Foundation in Michigan - in the store and download the rest of our resources here.

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In This Area

  • Newsletters
    Current and archived issues of CMF's member newsletters: Memo to Members and The Family Philanthropist.
  • Toolkits
  • Store
    Resources and publications available for purchase online.

For Download:

  • Michigan Foundation Directory Order Form
    17th Edition - Released September 2011 in print only
    The most complete resource of Michigan grantmaking - an invaluable resource for grantseekers, providing updated and streamlined information on 1,500+ foundations that accept grant applications in Michigan. Download the form to send in or Order online.
  • 2012 Community Foundations Data Book [PDF]
    A snapshot of Michigan community foundations. Summary assets, grants and gift information; investment return; summary field of interest and request type breakdowns; grants with impact; leadership role and more - based on the results of the 2012 Community Foundation & Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Surveys. Available to CMF members only.
  • 10 Common Errors to Avoid In Completing A Private Foundation’s Form 990-PF [PDF]
    Designed for the 990-PF foundation tax preparer, this document focuses on the clear and accurate completion of that form, with tips to avoid common mistakes and potentially misleading entries.
  • 2011 Community Foundations Data Book [PDF]
    A snapshot of Michigan community foundations. Summary assets, grants and gift information; investment return; summary field of interest and request type breakdowns; grants with impact; leadership role and more - based on the results of the 2011 Community Foundation & Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Surveys. Available to CMF members only.
  • Accountability Self-Assessment Tool for Private Foundations
    Private foundations can use this tool to ensure they are complying with federal laws and to assess how well they are engaging in recommended practices for being accountable to the public.
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For Purchase:

  • Toolkits
    You can purchase these resources to help your organization learn and talk about important topics. These toolkits contain a collection of tools and information that typically include facilitators guides, presentations, communications tools and more. Please review each toolkit to see what audience and tools are provided with each toolkit.
  • Michigan Foundation Directory
    Produced in partnership with the Foundation Center, the Michigan Foundation Directory is the most complete resource of Michigan grantmaking - an invaluable resource for grantseekers, providing updated information on 1,500+ foundations in Michigan that accept grant applications.