Philanthropy Southeast’s  online Research Library  is regularly updated with the latest reports relevant to Southern philanthropy. Members can browse over 500 research reports, websites, case studies, and other resources we have cultivated to help funders stay abreast of trends in the field and learn about emerging best practices in philanthropy.  Below are some of the key findings and highlights of the newest additions to the Research Library. If you would like to suggest a resou ..read more

The 2024 Grantmaker Salary and Benefits Survey is open to participants now through May. Since 1980, the annual Grantmaker Salary and Benefits (GSB) Survey has provided the philanthropic sector with the most comprehensive data on foundation staff and board compensation. The annual GSB report is an invaluable tool for grantmakers to inform budgeting, talent recruitment, retention strategies, and personnel policies and practices. Your participation in the GSB survey is needed –  ..read more

Philanthropy Southeast regularly provides members with updates on the latest public policy developments in Washington and state capitols around the region, analyzing their possible impact on the charitable sector. If you would like to see an issue featured in a future Public Policy Update, contact Jaci Bertrand, Philanthropy Southeast's vice president of member engagement, at jaci@philanthropysoutheast.org .   Donor Intent Legislation Moves Toward Passage in Georgia, Kentucky ..read more

We wanted to let you know about some recent events that have deeply affected our Philanthropy Southeast family. Last week, our president and CEO, Janine Lee, was hospitalized and is now on medical leave. Our thoughts and prayers are with Janine and her family as they navigate this challenging time. Janine's family has asked for privacy as they focus on caring for her needs. However, they wanted us to share that she is in stable condition and resting comfortably. We are in close contact wit ..read more

Philanthropy Southeast regularly provides members with updates on the latest public policy developments in Washington and state capitols around the region, analyzing their possible impact on the charitable sector. If you would like to see an issue featured in a future Public Policy Update, contact Jaci Bertrand, Philanthropy Southeast's vice president of member engagement, at  jaci@philanthropysoutheast.org .   Register Today for Foundations on the Hill ..read more

Philanthropy Southeast’s  online Research Library  is regularly updated with the latest reports relevant to Southern philanthropy. Members can browse over 500 research reports, websites, case studies, and other resources we have cultivated to help funders stay abreast of trends in the field and learn about emerging best practices in philanthropy.  Below are some of the key findings and highlights of the newest additions to the Research Library. If you would like to suggest a resource or ha ..read more

The Southern Trends Report , Philanthropy Southeast’s dashboard on Southeast foundations, has recently been updated with 2021 data on foundations and grantmaking. Developed in partnership with Candid , the site provides a year-by-year look at trends in foundation growth and giving in our region The latest figures show a number of key findings: Assets of Southeast foundations rose to more than $190 billion in 2021, more than doubling over a ten-year period Giving b ..read more

Over the holiday break, the Winter 2023 issue of Philanthropy Southeast’s Inspiration magazine was released in print and online. In case you missed it, visit our website now to check out these articles: A profile of the winners of the 2023 Truist Promise Award – the Women’s Foundation of the South and the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation – and how their approaches to their work illustrate how philanthropy works on multiple levels to support communities and improve lives ..read more

At this year’s Annual Meeting, Philanthropy Southeast members elected four leaders to a first term on our Board of Trustees. They shared their thoughts with us on joining the Board and what they’d like to focus on in the year ahead.   Kristin Walker Collins Incoming CEO, Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky What made you say “yes” when asked to serve on the Philanthropy Southeast Board? I have been a part of Philanthropy Southeast since ..read more

Planning is now underway for next year’s Annual Meeting, taking place November 13-15 in Nashville, Tennessee. As we begin to build out our agenda, we want to hear from Philanthropy Southeast members about which topics we should explore in our breakout sessions. Our full agenda will include sessions focused on these four areas: Best & Next Practice –  These topics are designed to make organizations more effective and impactful in their giving (e.g., evaluation, collaboration, dili ..read more