Criteria for Philanthropy at Its Best

What differentiates an exemplary foundation from the rest of its peers? What can foundations do to improve its relevance to nonprofits, the economically and socially underserved Americans and society as a whole?

Criteria for Philanthropy at Its Best: Benchmarks to Assess and Enhance Grantmaker Impact is the first ever set of measurable guidelines that will help foundations and other institutional grantmakers operate ethically and maximize the impact of their dollars.

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Overview ( Executive Summary | In a Nutshell )
Individual Sections:

Preface
Chapter 1 - Values
Chapter 2 - Effectiveness
Chapter 3 - Ethics
Chapter 4 - Commitment
Data Analysis
Discussion Questions

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