For links to our members, go to finding your local Community Foundation
Philanthropy in the UK
Dame Stephanie Shirley, The British Government's Ambassador for Philanthropy "gives philanthropists a voice."
Beacon Fellowship Charitable Trust
Under the management of UK Community Foundations, Beacon runs an award scheme to reward and encourage philanthropy in the UK.
Centre for Charitable Giving and Philanthropy
Research centre which aims to develop knowledge and engage with donors, charities and practitioners.
EAPG, European Association of Philanthropy and Giving
A unique membership organisation promoting philanthropy and drawn from charities, philanthropic intermediaries, and professional advisers
Brings together interested people with catalyst charities at special events to create social change
This section of their site explains how to make your giving tax effective
Aims to develop a greater understanding of philanthropy and its place in modern society
Resources on philanthropy
Association of Charitable Foundations
The umbrella organisation for UK grant-making trusts and foundations.
Publishes funding directories, guides and websites
The International Community Foundation Movement
Community foundations around the world
Looks at the growth of community foundations across the world, comparing different regions, and explaining their growth.
North America
Community foundations of Canada (CFC)
The membership organisation for Canadian community foundations
COF community foundation locator
Links to individual community foundations in the USA
Represents grant-making foundations in the USA, including community foundations
Europe
Overview of community foundations in Europe
Australia
Australian Communities Foundation
Melbourne Community Foundation now serves the whole of Australia