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NCCF receives National Standards
North Carolina Community Foundation in Top Philanthropic Tier Nationally
Meets Rigorous Standards for Quality and Accountability
The NCCF has met the nation’s highest philanthropic standards for operational quality, integrity and accountability, according to Steve Gunderson, president and chief executive officer of the Council on Foundations (COF), which awards the designation. The COF is a national professional association based in Washington, D.C.
“This is similar to the Good Housekeeping Seal for community foundations,” Gunderson said. “It says that the NCCF has demonstrated a commitment to operational quality, integrity and accountability.”
The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations Program requires community foundations to document their policies for donor services, investments, grantmaking and administration. The program is designed to provide quality assurance to donors and their legal and financial advisors. About 200 community foundations nationwide have been confirmed in compliance.
For more information on the COF, visit www.cof.org.
NCCF receives Charity Navigator’s four stars – again
The Foundation has received Charity Navigator’s highest rating for sound fiscal management for the second consecutive year. The four-star rating is based on operational quality, financial efficiency and integrity, accountability and growth of programs and services.
“This recognition comes at a time when donors are taking an especially close look at accountability, transparency and quantifiable results,” said NCCF CEO Jennifer Tolle Whiteside. “We appreciate the concerted efforts of our staff and statewide and affiliate boards and volunteers who have allowed us to receive this honor again.”
Only 18 percent of the charities evaluated by Charity Navigator have received at least two consecutive four-star rankings. For more information, visit www.charitynavigator.org.
