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Youth Philanthropy: A Framework for Best Practices
Helpful ideas and best practices from many of Indiana’s successful Youth Philanthropy programs.
Best Practices & Case Studies
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Disaster Philanthropy Playbook
The Disaster Philanthropy Playbook is a compilation of philanthropic strategies, best practices and lessons learned that have saved and galvanized local economies, nonprofits, and vulnerable populations from entering into a permanent downward spiral in the wake of disaster.
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Personnel Handbook
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This page contains personnel and employee handbook resources for community foundations.
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Civics & History Resources
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In 2026, the United States commemorates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. While the 1976 bicentennial focused on celebrating the nation’s founding, this semiquincentennial will look at the bigger picture of the American experience. This commemoration will explore Indiana's role in the nation’s history, from the actions leading to the revolutionary period until today.
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Fund Changes Flow Chart
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Community foundations can use this flow chart when making fund agreement decisions.
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Board Resolutions
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A board resolution serves as a written record of important decisions and actions approved by the organization's board.
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Considerations for Foundations in Times of Disaster
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Understand how your organization can best support your community when disaster strikes.
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Social Media Tips to Engage Gen Z in Youth Philanthropy
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IPA shares ideas to engage Gen Z on social media by promoting the amazing work of your youth philanthropy councils.
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Echoing Justice: Communications Strategies for Community Organizing in the 21st Century
These models provide examples of advocacy-focused efforts that could have useful implications for funding collaborative communications strategies and infrastructure in grassroots organizing groups.
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Legal Aspects of Fund Management
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Watch this video to be better informed on legal aspects of fund management.