Benefits & Support

Foundations of all types and sizes are engaging increasingly in grantmaking efforts with a complexity that often calls for input from colleagues. Many of your organization's key priorities — innovative grantmaking, sound management and governance, strategic partnerships — are of paramount concern to other New Jersey philanthropies as well.

CNJG is the go-to center for information, connection, and leadership among a growing network of grantmakers throughout New Jersey. Members have access to targeted benefits and services and a powerful link to fellow funders who share a committment to addressing critical issues affecting citizens and communities across the state.

Follow the links below for details about some of the highlights. To learn more about CNJG membership, contact Theresa Jacks at (609) 341-2022 ext. 4217 or tjacks@cnjg.org

Educational Programs and Events
Developed by and for grantmakers, CNJG events provide a forum to enhance key skills and examine critical issues facing the state. Dozens of funder briefings, affinity groups, skill-building workshops, and signature events throughout the year bring members together to:

• Share best practices in grantmaking, governance, administration, and other key areas
• Explore the potential for strategic alliances and leveraging resources
• Exchange successful strategies and details about past and upcoming projects
• Engage in critical dialogues with policy and thought leaders

Targeted Communications
CNJG helps members to stay on top of relevant news, events, resources, and research. In addition to complete access to all information on this site, CNJG members benefit from:

• CNJG News, a monthly e-newsletter providing latest philanthropic news and targeted updates on key issues, trends and events
• A highly interactive CNJG Wiki where members can post comments on topics of interest and exchange information and ideas
• Perspectives, a journal containing diverse viewpoints and commentary on ideas and issues of interest to the philanthropic sector
• Breaking News, a daily summary of articles on philanthropy from around the country offered courtesy of the Council on Foundations
• A comprehensive member directory available in print and a searchable online version
• The Corporate Brief, a concise electronic news bulletin for corporate funders

Research, Discounts, and More
Members in need of timely and relevant information and resources also can turn to CNJG for:

• Family Philanthropy Online, a comprehensive searchable database providing a wealth of articles, studies, sample policies, and more
• Valuable member discounts on teleconferencing services, grants-management software, Directors & Liability Insurance, and more
• Member Inquiries, the ability to pose questions to colleagues about limitless aspects of philanthropy and grantmaking
• A Lending Library containing hundreds of books, papers, and other documents available through the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers, Council on Foundations, Foundation Center, and other affiliates