Legal 101: The Basics of Grantmaking to Charities

Presenter: Maya Harris, Senior Corporate Counsel, Council on Foundations

Are you required to use grant agreements? What information are you required to gather from potential grantees? This session will answer these and other frequently asked questions about making grants to charities. Participants will learn about the different types of charities and how the grantmaking rules may vary even when all of your grantees are Section 501(c)(3) charitable organizations. Learn the pitfalls and opportunities. Special topics covered will include grants to supporting organizations and grants for advocacy activity.

Document: 

Legal 101.pdf