Council on Foundations National Standards

The National Standards Seal indicates official confirmation from the Council on Foundations that Essex County Community Foundation meets the most rigorous standards in philanthropy. 

Through extensive examination, ECCF has proven itself in demonstrating transparency, financial responsibility, sound operational policies and accountable practices.

The National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations Program was established in 2000 in cooperation with the Council on Foundations. National Standards guide community foundations in establishing legal, ethical and effective operational practices that serve as blueprints for internal development and benchmarks for external assessment. The 43 National Standards require affirmed  Community Foundations to document their policies in donor services, investment management, grantmaking and administration.

To receive confirmation of National Standards compliance, ECCF submitted its organizational and financial policies and procedures to a thorough and demanding peer review. Learn more...