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Community Foundations National Standards® (National Standards) is an accreditation program created by community foundations for community foundations. They are peer-driven, voluntary, and self-regulatory.
- Value of Community Foundations National Standards
National Standards are used by community foundations of all...
- National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations®
National Standards set consistent expectations among...
- Value of Community Foundations National Standards
National Standards are used by community foundations of all sizes, scopes, and areas of focus throughout the United States. They provide vital guidance on how community foundations should operate, distribute funds, and determine impact on the communities they serve.
The Community Foundations National Standards accreditation seal represents a community foundation's commitment to rigorous, sector-driven best practices that exceed federal and state law requirements and demonstrates accountability and excellence to communities, policymakers, and the public.
National Standards set consistent expectations among community foundation boards and practitioners, helping them focus and make effective use of time and talent. They also provide a framework for documenting, communicating and providing training and technical assistance to advance best practices.
All community foundations receiving accreditation must meet 26 National Standards. These standards show that the community foundation strives to achieve operational excellence. Mission, Structure, & Governance. Resource Development. Stewardship & Accountability. Grantmaking.
The Community Foundations National Standards accreditation seal represents a community foundation's commitment to rigorous, sector-driven best practices that exceed federal and state requirements to demonstrate accountability and excellence to communities, policymakers, and the public.
The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® accreditation program represents a community foundation’s commitment to go above and beyond federal and state law requirements to demonstrate accountability and excellence to communities, policymakers, and the public. What are the National Standards?