MCF - Grantmaking Resources

Minnesota Council on Foundations Grantmaking Resources

•	Principles for Grantmakers
•	E-Newsletters
•	Upcoming Programs
•	Public Trust/Accountability
•	Diversity Resources

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Grantmaking Resources

Philanthropy can be defined in many ways. The word comes from the Greek, meaning "love for mankind." Modern definitions include the concept of voluntary giving by an individual or group to promote the common good and improve the quality of life.

In the United States, the term "philanthropy" is also used to describe the granting of money to nonprofit organizations by foundations and corporations. This type of giving is often referred to as organized philanthropy or grantmaking.

• What is a foundation?
• Common types of grants

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Basics
•	Principles for Minnesota Grantmakers and Practice Options for Philanthropic Organizations
•	What Every Grantmaker Should Know and Frequently Asked Legal Questions
•	Diversity/Inclusiveness
•	How Effective Nonprofits Work
•	Toolkit for Giving

Resources by Grantmaker Type
•	Corporate
•	Community
•	Family
•	Independent

Resources by Role
•	Board of Directors/Trustees
•	Communications
•	Development
•	Leadership and Emerging Leaders
•	Finance/Investment
•	Human Resources
•	Program Officers

Resources by Issue
•	Advocacy/Public Policy
•	Arts
•	Disaster Recovery
•	Diversity/Inclusiveness
•	Education
•	Environment
•	General Operating Support
•	Health
•	International
•	Rural Philanthropy
•	Volunteerism
•	More

Tools
•	E-Newsletters
•	MCF Programs
•	Form 990-PF Resources
•	Minnesota Grantmakers Online

More Resources
•	Minnesota Grantmaking Facts
•	Grantmaker Deadlines
•	Careers in Grantmaking
•	MCF's Jobs Page
•	Philanthropy News and Events
•	Nonprofit Newspapers
•	Minnesota Philanthropy/Government Links
•	National Philanthropy/Government Links
•	Regional Associations of Grantmakers
•	Nonprofit Calendar

Non-Member Networks
•	Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy Minnesota (EPIP-MN)
•	Grants Managers Network