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In this session, led by our partners Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel, you will learn how to protect your community foundation’s assets through times of economic uncertainty and recession. Participants will be taken through a series of practical actions that can be taken to survive turbulent markets and develop a financial roadmap.
No matter the size, every organization is ultimately a mosaic of the individual histories, experiences, goals, dreams, and visions for the future of its people. Community Foundations are a wonderful example of this, as they are a collective of individuals specifically focused on helping to build resilient and, therefore strong, communities. Personal resilience means having…
In this podcast, Tracey Vavrek, of Learning and Network Engagement with Community Foundations of Canada interviews Anum Siddiqui, an Institutional Portfolio Manager at Mawer Investment Management. Download to listen to the full episode.
The following is a transcript of a podcast. Tracey Vavrek, of Learning and Network Engagement with Community Foundations of Canada interviews Anum Siddiqui, an Institutional Portfolio Manager at Mawer Investment Management.
This is one of a series of resources created by Community Foundations of Canada (CFC) to support the work of our network of community foundations across the country. Similar to manuals on other topics, it is meant to provide information and ideas in a manner that reflects best practices, is adaptable, and useful. Consideration has…
Join CFC and the experts at Miller Thomson LLP for a practical session on the regulations and operations of fund establishment.
How can Community Foundations of Canada (CFC) facilitate gifts from U.S. donors into Canada? CFC provides American donors with the opportunity to donate through Friends of Community Foundations of Canada (FOCFC), is a designated 501C3 organization based in Arizona. Its tax id (EIN) is 61-1958124. American individuals, charities, and corporations and issue tax receipts that…
This short fact sheet answers some basic questions that you may be asked about a community foundation and your impact in the community. This document also provides a few simple steps that can help in opening the doors, telling the story, and ultimately getting a second opportunity to continue the conversation.
Part Four: Engaging the community and building an integrated public image plan. Fund Development is a team sport and includes all member’s participation in creating and implementing. But what does that look like? This 4 part series will explore the essential components of fund development strategies including building a plan that is aligned, effective and…