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Start a Rural Fund
In this section, you will find a number of helpful documents and best practices to help you start a rural fund.Here we highlight key questions and pitfalls identified by fund leaders and include resources to help you in each stage of formation.
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- Rural Philanthropy: Mission and Goals
Clearly outlining your mission and values are important for setting the path and direction of your organization. - Rural Philanthropy: Management
Learn effective strategies to operate and organize your community fund or foundation. - Rural Philanthropy: Structure and Type
Information to help you choose whether to create a freestanding foundation or affiliate your local fund with a community foundation.