Foundations
Mobilizing and deploying philanthropy to impact the most important causes of our lifetime.
Foundations are increasingly looking beyond traditional grantmaking to spark broader movements, strengthen grantee sustainability, and mobilize peers around shared priorities. Whether launching a new foundation, accelerating the flow of philanthropic capital, or increasing the impact of existing programs, leaders need strategic partners who can translate vision into action.
CCS helps foundations mobilize like-minded funders, build sustainable fundraising capacity among priority grantees, and establish the strategies and infrastructure needed to launch or evolve philanthropic entities for lasting impact.
CCS has impacted the foundations sector by…
… developing partnership frameworks that enabled foundations to quickly deploy resources to address an urgent global health crisis.
… advising a community foundation on the expansion of fundraising infrastructure and strategies to accelerate their impact.
… leading fundraising trainings for foundation grantees, equipping organizations with the skills and systems needed for long-term growth.
We partner with community, institutional, corporate, and family foundations to design innovative giving models and maximize resources to achieve meaningful and lasting impact across the causes you support.
How we do it
By working alongside your team through strategic fundraising counsel, we grow recurring investments, secure corporate support, pursue grant opportunities, and optimize program service revenues to translate your fundraising goals into actionable plans.
Arkansas Children’s Foundation
“CCS served as a trusted partner in our campaign, not only helping us to uncover new fundraising prospects, but driving activity forward and building the capacity of our team. We appreciate CCS’s studied approach to campaign work, and their focus on goals and outcomes. The onsite director worked seamlessly with our team, provided excellent support, and allowed us to spend time where it had the greatest impact—with our donors.”
The CCS perspective
on foundations philanthropy
Understanding Foundation Types for Successful Engagement and Partnership
If your nonprofit organization seeks to engage a foundation to secure funding, this article will help you understand the two key areas of the foundation landscape, offering an overview of foundation types and basic best practices.
5 Steps to Maximize Your Year-End Fundraising Appeal
Did you know that 31% of annual giving occurs in December, with 12% taking place in the last three days of the year? Does your non-profit organization have a strong year-end strategy to take advantage of these powerful trends? Read our five steps to maximize the success of your year-end fundraising appeal.
Fundraising From Family Foundations: An Introduction
Family foundations are an excellent source of nonprofit support. Read this article to learn about their goals, concerns, and how to connect to maximize impact for your nonprofit.
