Effective Foundation Boards: A Guide for Members of Institutionally Related Foundation Boards

Institutionally related foundations are an important partner to all institutions of public higher education. As public colleges, universities, and systems respond to a shifting landscape, related foundations have become increasingly important to their financial sustainability, commitment to academic access and educational excellence, and institutional integrity. Effective Foundation Boards is designed to meet a new standard of board engagement.

As a complement to Effective Governing Boards (a central resource for institutional governing bodies), it offers a set of governance standards that speaks to the unique role that institutionally related foundations play in public institutions.

(Versions for independent and public boards also available.)