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Resources for Effective Philanthropy

In Our Toolkit

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Top Questions to Ask When Evaluating Nonprofits 

Giving to nonprofits is personal, often born of a passion for a cause and a deep conviction to be part of critical work. But finding an organization with a worthy mission is only the start of the giving process. Our Senior Director of Philanthropic Impact compiled a list of guiding questions for individuals and families to empower their giving.
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Resources for Evaluating Nonprofits

Spur Local: Greater Washington Nonprofit Catalogue
Charity Navigator: Nonprofit Evaluator
Candid: Foundation and Nonprofit Directory

Donor Bill of Rights

To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support; The Donor Bill of Rights was created by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy (AHP), the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), and the Giving Institute: Leading Consultants to Non-Profits.

 

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National Center for Family Philanthropy

The National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP) offers educational gatherings, trainings, and toolkits for family foundations of all structures and sizes. Topics range from governance and impact investing to navigating family dynamics.

Fellowship for Young Jewish Donors

Slingshot offers a 15-month program for young Jewish philanthropists looking to expand their impact and become leaders in their family’s philanthropy. National Slingshot Fellows develop technical philanthropic skills and build relationships with influential leaders in philanthropy, the Jewish community, and beyond.