About Us
The Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers (the Forum) is a national philanthropic leader and a network of 33 regional associations of grantmakers. It supports philanthropy by strengthening the ability of all regional associations to fulfill their missions; these associations promote the growth and effectiveness of philanthropy in order to improve life in their communities.
The Forum organizes its activities and applies its resources against six priorities:
- Strengthen: We strengthen effective and efficient geographic associations and provide support and services to them.
- Connect: We leverage the assets of our network.
- Expand: We promote greater participation in geographic associations.
- Knowledge: We share knowledge and informed practice.
- Voice: We communicate clearly philanthropy’s impact and interests.
- Channels: We develop partnerships based on beneficial exchange.
In This Area
- Board of Directors Roster
Listing of the Forum's current Board of Directors.
- Financial Information
Information on the Forum's finances, funders and auditor's statement.
- Forum Partnerships
The Forum works closely with a number of philanthropic organizations. Read more about our partners.
- Forum Publications
The Forum produces publications on a wide variety of topics and issues in philanthropy. Explore our selection of publications.
Materials
- Forum Staff Directory
The Forum values your questions and concerns. View our staff contact information to find out how we can help you.
- Forum Bylaws (PDF)
Review the bylaws and governance of the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers. Last updated July 26, 2010.
- History of the Forum (PDF)
Learn about the history of the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers and its members, from the 1940s to the present.
- Regional Associations of Grantmakers
Explore how regional associations of grantmakers promote the growth and effectiveness of philanthropy.