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Philanthropy & Public Trust
Principles for Grantmakers &
Practice Options for Philanthropic Organizations


Foreword
  Letter from Chair and Co-Chair, Public Trust Task Force
  Philanthropy & Public Trust Initiative
 
Principles for Grantmakers
 
Practice Options for Philanthropic Organizations
  Governance
  Accountability and Communications
  Program — Grantmaking, Public Policy Engagement and Other Programs
  Finance and Administration
  Human Resources
  Fund Development (and Other Issues Unique to Community and Public Foundations)
 
Accountability Self-Assessment Tool for Private Foundations
 
Diversity Practices in Philanthropic Organizations
 
What Every Grantmaker Should Know & Frequently Asked Legal Questions


© 2007 Minnesota Council on Foundations

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This publication is intended to raise the level of practice among foundations and, therefore, may be reproduced and transmitted to those involved with this work in the field of philanthropy, providing there is full credit to the copyright owner.


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None of the information in these tools should be construed as offering legal advice. The specific advice of legal counsel is recommended before acting on any matter covered.

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Please contact the Minnesota Council on Foundations at 612.338.1989 or info@mcf.org.
 
 
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