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Giving in Connecticut 2015

Publication date: 
12/2015

Giving in Connecticut 2015 looks at charitable giving in Connecticut and by Connecticut grantmakers and residents (FYE 2013), including: individual giving through reported contributions, bequests made through estate giving, and foundation giving. Beyond the data, analysis about cross-sector collaboration, stories about funders making a difference, and quick facts about CCP members are also included.

When Brain Science Meets Public Policy: Rethinking Governance of Early Childhood Systems

Publication date: 
02/2015
This report summarizes what states are doing to promote the development and management of high quality, demonstrably effective early childhood systems. It focuses on one of the central challenges in the systems-building process: the critical role and structure of governance when service delivery involves many agencies. Two potential models of governance are suggested, along with some thoughts about each approach.
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Public Policy Materials
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CCP Members
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Early Childhood

CT Philanthropy Digest - October 2015

Release Date: 
10/22/2015
The October Digest includes feature headlines: Black Philanthropy Is on the Move; CT Among 18 to Receive 2nd-Year National Preschool Funding; Foundation to Invest $200 Million into Universal College and Career Readiness; New London Youth Win New School District Policy; Pilot "Free to Succeed" Expands Prison Ed Program for Women; Finding Help Just Got More User Friendly; Unveiling of Unusual Artifact to be Filmed Thanks to Grant Support; New Strategic Plan to Improve Life for Eastern CT Region; Renewed Mission, Look, to Help Foundation Connect with Donors, Community; AND regular topics -- PHILANTHROPY NEWS LINKS; EVENTS & TRAININGS; GRANTS, RFPS & OTHER OPPORTUNITIES; PEOPLE and JOBS IN PHILANTHROPY!

Member eBrief - October 2015

Release Date: 
10/08/2015
A monthly benefit of Council membership, the October 2015 Member eBrief features: CCP Programs & Meetings; CCP Updates; Member News & Releases; New Resources; Colleague News and Other Events. Remember to login to access this member benefit!
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CT Philanthropy Digest - September 2015

Release Date: 
09/17/2015
The September Digest includes feature headlines: CCP Continues to Supports Charitable Deduction Tax Extenders; Campaign to End Homelessness Moves to Next Level; New Partnership to Give Boost for Fairfield County Young Adults; Families Have 'Brighter Futures' Thanks to Foundation Support; New Strategic Plan for Community Foundation of Eastern CT; In Celebrating 20 Years, Foundation Gives 20 Surprises; AND regular topics -- PHILANTHROPY NEWS LINKS; EVENTS & TRAININGS; GRANTS, RFPS & OTHER OPPORTUNITIES; PEOPLE and JOBS IN PHILANTHROPY!

Member eBrief - September 2015

Release Date: 
09/03/2015
... Colleague News Other Events CCP Member Survey   YOUR response will help us to better serve YOU in 2016. We want to know what you think about our work. Your response and those of your colleagues and board members will ...
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CT Philanthropy Digest - August 2015

Release Date: 
08/20/2015
The August Digest includes feature headlines: Rural Philanthropy: Trends in in Connecticut; Funders in Southeastern CT Launch Employment Initiative for Homeless Families; Partnership Produces 'Road Map' for Metro Hartford Region; Strategic Investments Make Region More Welcoming; Foundation Announces New Mission; CT Youth Groups Gain Funding for Student Voice, Leadership; Newman's Own Foundation Launches Fellowship Program; Partnership Provides More Summer Jobs for Youth; AND regular topics -- PHILANTHROPY NEWS LINKS; EVENTS & TRAININGS; GRANTS, RFPS & OTHER OPPORTUNITIES; PEOPLE and JOBS IN PHILANTHROPY!

Member eBrief - August 2015

Release Date: 
08/06/2015
A monthly benefit of Council membership, the August 2015 Member eBrief features: Get on the Map; Policy Update; Council Programs & Meetings; Member News & Releases; New Resources; Colleague News and Other Events. Remember to login to access this member benefit!
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Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice

Publication date: 
02/2015
Independent Sector’s Principles for Good Governance and Ethical Practice is the foremost guide for sound and successful practice by charities and foundations in the United States. Thirty-three principles succinctly provide clarity about legal compliance and public disclosure, effective governance, strong financial oversight, and responsible fundraising.

CT Philanthropy Digest - July 2015

Release Date: 
07/30/2015
... Strengthening Families Practice Model, the Differential Response System, and Child and Family Team Meetings.  Read ... challenge grants to match donations made at your event in response to a challenge. Grants are for events that will take ...
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CCP Members
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Member eBrief - July 2015

Release Date: 
07/09/2015
A monthly benefit of Council membership, the July 2015 Member eBrief features: Get on the Map; Two Salary Surveys; Policy Update; Staff Share and Learn at NE Network Meeting; Council Programs & Meetings; Member News & Releases; New Resources; Colleague News and Other Events. Remember to login to access this member benefit!
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Get on the Map!

Get on the Map (GOTM) is a campaign to improve the quality, timeliness and availability of grantmaking activity across the country. GOTM captures grantmaking data which is more detailed than reported on the Form 990. This data will be available through an online mapping tool engineered by the Foundation Center (Candidi), in partnership with Connecticut Council for Philanthropy.

The Social and Economic Value of Private and Community Foundations

Publication date: 
12/2008
According The Philanthropic Collaborative's 2008 report every dollar that private and community foundations provided in grants and support in 2007 produced an estimated average return of $8.58 in direct economic benefits. The report found that the program areas generating the biggest returns include arts and culture, for which $5.2 billion in foundation support helped produce an estimated $51 billion in direct benefits, and education, for which $9.7 billion in foundation support helped produce an estimated $49 billion in benefits. Foundations also were responsible for some 9.2 million jobs, $511.9 billion in household income, and $145.4 billion in local, state, and federal revenue.
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Community Foundation
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Member eBrief - June 2015

Release Date: 
06/04/2015
... >>   "We are Watching," is Maggie Osborn's response to the "Who Will Watch the Charities?" New York ...
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