Rural Philanthropy Publications
A selection of reports and studies from the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers related to foundations and associated organizations and functions.
Materials
- The New Landscape of Philanthropic Giving (Pt. I--Giving Continues to Grow)
Explores the ways in which the landscape of philanthropy is changing, including a discussion of women, racial and ethnic giving, online giving, rural giving and more. Originally published in 2005.
- Philanthropic Connections: Mapping the Landscape of U.S. Funder Networks (PDF, 3MB)
Explore lessons and data from a spring, 2003, scan that highlights the variety of ways that funder networks convene, collaborate, communicate and collectively act across the country.
- The Power of Rural Philanthropy (PDF)
A report commissioned in 2005 by the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers that examines trends in rural philanthropy-building.
- Rural Fund Development 101 (PDF)
Aug. 2007 guide for community leaders in rural places on community endowment fund; focus on practical tools and samples for the startup, maintenance, and leadership of community endowment.
