May 13, 2008

Foundation giving grows despite weak economy

Grantmaking foundations in the U.S. gave $42.9 billion last year, up 10 percent in the face of a slowing economy, a new report says.

Resources

Growing into financial security

This is the second in a three-part resource series from PJ on grassroots transitions.

Focus on North Carolina

Cumberland funder investing in impact

The Cumberland Community Foundation received over $4.7 million in 2007, and had just over $40 million in assets at the end of the year.

Special Reports

Planned Giving 2008

In this special report, PJ looks at tools and techniques for planned giving. We also feature experts' advice on key planned-giving vehicles and on engaging donors.

Blog Inside Philanthropy

Jobs

President/CEO
Give2Asia
Business and Finance Director
Greene Resources, Inc.
Program Manager
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation

Resource Directory

Northwestern University School of Continuing Studies
Nonprofit Continuing Education
Nonprofit Insurance Alliance Group
Alliance of Nonprofits for Insurance, Risk Retention Group

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