Research

Information for Seeking Foundation & Corporate Grants

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Released: 05/2007

Information and data on Michigan foundations and corporate giving programs along with helpful tips on researching, applying and getting grants.

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Resource Type: Best Practice, CMF Publication, Research
Audience: Nonprofit Staff, Grantseekers
Topic: Finance, Grantmaking, Monitoring & Evaluation, Resource Development & Fundraising


The 2013 Millennial Impact Report

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Released: 08/2013

This report provides a guide for organizations to better understand the Millennial generation, immerse them in the cause, and maximize the impact of their interest, time, and giving.

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Resource Type: Report, Research
Audience: All Members, Community Foundation, Public Foundation
Topic: Facts, Figures, Trends, Donor Development


Snapshot of Today's Philanthropic Landscape

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Released: 09/2013

The second edition of CCS's Snapshot of Today’s Philanthropic Landscape is intended to serve as a guidebook for navigating the philanthropic terrain in the United States.

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Resource Type: Report, Research
Audience: All Members
Topic: Facts, Figures, Trends


International Grantmaking

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Released: 11/2013

United States International Grantmaking (USIG) is a project of the Council on Foundations in partnership with the International Center for Not-For-Profit Law. The USIG project facilitates effective and responsible international grantmaking by U.S. foundations.

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Resource Type: External Link, Research
Audience: All Members
Topic: Grantmaking, Monitoring & Evaluation
Funding Area: International/Foreign Affairs


Benchmarking Foundation Administrative Expenses: Update on How Operating Characteristics Affect Spending

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Released: 09/2012

This report explores how variations in foundations' characteristics, activities, and giving levels influence charitable (program-related) administrative expense levels for a sample of the largest independent foundations between 2007 and 2009.

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Resource Type: Report, Research
Audience: All Members
Topic: Facts, Figures, Trends, Administration, Management & Finance


Better Together: Regional Alliances and Small Community Foundation Sustainability

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Released: 08/2005

This research project finds that regional alliances take multiple forms and, despite inherent challenges and potential pitfalls, are a valuable vehicle for community foundations seeking to minimize operating costs and enhance service quality.

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Resource Type: Report, Research
Audience: Community Foundation
Topic: Sector Leadership & Collaboration, Peer Networks


Bank of America Study of High Net-Worth Philanthropy - 2007

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Released: 12/2007

This study of high net-worth philanthropy explores the philanthropic patterns of high net-worth households by looking for statistical differences in the way certain groups of individuals donate relative to other high net-worth households.

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Resource Type: Report, Research
Audience: Community Foundation, Consultants/Advisors
Topic: Facts, Figures, Trends, Donor Development


How Far Have We Come?: Foundation CEOs on Progress and Impact

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Released: 12/2013

This report, based on a 2013 survey by CEP, reports on foundations who make at least $5 million in grants annually and the CEOs’ attitudes and practices in relation to foundation impact.

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Resource Type: External Link, Report, Research
Audience: All Members, Executive Staff
Topic: About Philanthropy, Effectiveness


Is There Enough Affordable Housing in Your County?

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Released: 03/2014

To inform public debate about assisted housing policy and strengthen policy outcomes, Housing Assistance Matters highlights research and analysis about the need for and benefits of well-managed public and assisted housing.

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Resource Type: External Link, Research
Audience: All Members, Program Staff
Topic: Facts, Figures, Trends
Funding Area: Housing/Shelter


Rural Fund Development 101:Starting and Growing Rural Community Endowments

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Released: 03/2007

This guide will help you understand the basics of community endowments and how to create one.

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Resource Type: Forum Publication, Research
Audience: Regional Associations, Community Foundation
Topic: Community Philanthropy, Rural Philanthropy


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