Your Member Benefits
Explore what’s in store for you within our highlights listed below.
As a CMF member, you have exclusive access to member benefits across our pillars of Equity, People, Policy and Practice.
Engage in Year-Round Virtual & In-Person Learning Opportunities
- Check out our Events Calendar to join an in-person or virtual convening as part of our year-round learning lineup. Some events are open only to members.
- Join thought-provoking conversations led by sector leaders and nationally renowned experts as part of our main stage series during the CMF Annual Conference. Current members receive a discounted ticket rate to attend the annual conference.
Expand Your Professional Network
- Collaborate with your peers across the state and share best practices through CMF’s Peer Communities. These communities are open only to current members.
- Join an upcoming Networking Event hosted by role, foundation type or region.
Access the Latest Data, Trends & Insights from the Sector
Access published resources and on-demand recordings featuring the latest trends, data and best practices emerging from the sector in CMF’s Knowledge Center. Select resources are available only to members.
Connect with CMF’s Curated Equity Resources, a digital, ever-evolving hub of materials that supports all CMF members in advancing their equity journeys wherever they may be on pathways of discovery, dialogue and dedicated action.
Receive CMF’s News which features storytelling, data and resources, peer work in action and learning opportunities to support all in their equity journeys.
Enjoy Exclusive Member Access to Our Career Center
Access CMF's Career Center to post and explore new job opportunities in our sector. CMF members can share postings at no cost as a member benefit.
Connect with Trusted Experts Offering Legal & Operational Guidance
Ask CMF! Our team of experts is here to answer your technical questions, track down research and connect you with high-quality practices in grantmaking, legal and operational insights, sample documents and more! CMF Experts in Residence Brittany Kienker, Ph.D., and Jennifer Oertel provide 1:1 direct service to CMF members and elevate emerging issues that are relevant to our CMF community and the field at large.
Get engaged by submitting a question to Brittany Kienker, CMF’s Knowledge Insights Expert in Residence, and connect with Jennifer Oertel, CMF’s Impact Investing Expert in Residence.
Explore Curated Resources & Supports for Youth, Emerging and Experienced Leaders
- Apply to participate in CMF’s Leadership Development & Mentoring Program, which supports emerging leaders and expands the network of experienced leaders. This is only available to current CMF members.
- CEOs and Executive Directors are annually invited to join our Foundation Leaders Cohort to connect with peers and deepen their leadership practices. This cohort is only available to CMF members.
- Access resources and learning opportunities to empower youth to be engaged in philanthropy.
Advance Your Policy & Advocacy Engagement
Deepen relationships with your state and local policymakers through annual events such as Foundations in Lansing and Foundations on the Hill.
Explore our curated resources and engage in timely briefings and opportunities for advocacy action through our Government Relations Public Policy Team.