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CNJG's website features resources from 77 philanthropy supporting organizations, their 7,000+ grantmaking foundation members, and colleague philanthropic partners. There are several different ways to search the resource library. Using the filters on the right side of this page, you can search by resource type, funding area, topic, or audience. For example, if you are looking for a case study, select that resource type, then filter by funding area, audience or topic to refine the results. Please note, the search box below only searches resources. If you're looking for news or events, use the search box in the upper right corner to search the entire site.

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Sample Foundation Code of Values
Publication Date: March, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
A sample document detailing the core values of the Betty and Davis Fitzgerald Foundation including restrictions on participation on nonprofit/grantee boards.
Resource Type Sample Document/Template
Topic Family PhilanthropyGovernance
Self-Dealing: A Concise Guide For Foundation Board and Staff
Publication Date: March, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
An overview on the self-dealing law, including definitions, common problem areas, exceptions, penalties, and resources.
Resource Type PresentationResearch
Topic Governance
Cultivating Emerging Philanthropic Leaders
Publication Date: February, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
This toolkit from North Carolina Network of Grantmakers gives practical information on establishing a fellowship program to support the next generation of foundation leaders.
Resource Type Best PracticeResource Guide
Topic Administration
A Handbook for Giving Circle Hosts: Tools and Resources for Developing and Sustaining Giving Circles
Publication Date: January, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
The Forum's handbook of tools and resources for giving circle host organizations, including tools for deciding whether to host a giving circle, key questions to ask and a checklist of giving circle and host duties.
Resource Type Resource Guide
Topic Grantmaking
The Power of Partnership: Principles and Practices for Creating Strategic Relationships Among Nonprofit Groups, For-Profit Organizations, and Government Entities
Publication Date: January, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
This book takes a no-nonsense look at the intricacies of establishing successful partnerships between nonprofit organizations, between nonprofits and for-profit companies, and between nonprofit organizations and governmental entities.
Resource Type Best PracticeResearch
Topic Strategy & Collaboration
Corporate Foundation Job Descriptions
Publication Date: January, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

Sample job descriptions for positions at a Corporate Foundation or Corporate Giving Program.
Resource Type Sample Document/Template
Topic Administration
Board Committee Descriptions and Responsibilities
Publication Date: January, 2008
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
Sample board committee descriptions, including roles and responsibilities of committee members
Resource Type Sample Document/Template
Topic Administration
New Jersey Together History and Member Feedback
Publication Date: December, 2007
Posted By: Council of New Jersey Grantmakers
CNJG Member survey ranking which issues are most important to them.
Resource Type Report
Topic About Philanthropy
What You Should Know Before Signing Your Organization's Form 990-PF
Publication Date: November, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
Resource for top officers who sign the Form 990-PF to understand the important safeguards they should undertake before signing the tax return.
Resource Type Issue Briefing
Topic Finance
Rural Philanthropy Knowledge Center
Publication Date: November, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

The Rural Philanthropy Knowledge Center contains practical information on how to start and manage a rural fund, and other useful resources on how to grow philanthropy in rural areas.
Resource Type Research
Topic About Philanthropy
Public-Private Partnerships
Publication Date: October, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
This resource monograph developed by Philanthropy Ohio provides brief case studies of several partnerships in which foundations play or have played a pivotal role, beyond funding to convening, advocacy and technical assistance.
Resource Type Best PracticeResearch
Topic Strategy & Collaboration
Rural Philanthropy: Building Dialogue From Within
Publication Date: August, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
In this report, the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy explores the disparity in giving between urban and rural nonprofits, and how geographical isolation and capacity-building needs greatly reduce the ability for rural nonprofits to secure funding. The report offers substantive recommendations on ways to make philanthropy more responsive to rural America.
Resource Type Research
Topic About Philanthropy
Guiding Beliefs & Principles for New Jersey Grantmakers
Publication Date: June, 2007
Posted By: Council of New Jersey Grantmakers
This includes insights and tips related to board governance, legal compliance, grantee communications, fiscal responsibility, public disclosure, and many other key areas of foundation governance and operations.
Resource Type CNJG Documents/ReportsResource Guide
Topic GovernanceGrantmaking
Toolkit for Racial, Ethnic and Tribal Funds and Foundations
Publication Date: May, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
This toolkit is designed to walk you through some of the key steps and choices to consider as you establish or grow your fund, reflecting lessons and experience gathered from existing funds and foundations in Black, Asian, Arab, Latino and Native-American communities.
Resource Type ResearchResource Guide
Topic Grantmaking
Community Foundation Job Descriptions
Publication Date: May, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
Sample job descriptions for positions at Community Foundations.
Resource Type Sample Document/Template
Topic Administration
Private Foundation Job Descriptions
Publication Date: May, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

Sample job descriptions for positions at private foundations.
Resource Type Sample Document/Template
Topic Administration
Foundation Chief Executive Evaluation Form
Publication Date: May, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

A sample form used by a foundation's board of directors to evaluation the chief executive officer.
Resource Type Sample Document/Template
Topic Administration
Participation Inequality: Encouraging More Users to Contribute
Publication Date: May, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

All online communities and social networks that rely on users to contribute content or build services share one property: most users don't contribute. Find out how participation inequality can affect your blog or online community from Jakob Nielsen.
Resource Type Presentation
Topic Communications
10 Common Errors to Avoid In Completing A Private Foundation's Form 990-PF
Publication Date: April, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers

For tax preparers of the 990-PF, highlights those areas most commonly completed incorrectly and provide explanations and directions for proper completion.
Resource Type Best Practice
Topic AdministrationFinance
Accountability Self-Assessment Tool for Unstaffed Foundations
Publication Date: April, 2007
Posted By: Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
This tool for unstaffed foundations includes an accountability self-assessment and a legal checklist. It is divided into nine topic sections, each of which is divided into three levels, which can help foundations tailor the tool to meet their specific interests and needs. Also included are an Excel spreadsheet to help tabulate responses, an extensive accountability resource list, and a glossary of key words and concepts used in the tool.
Resource Type Best PracticeResource Guide
Topic Governance

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