The Philanthropic Leadership Fund - Vermont Community Foundation

Our Philanthropic Leadership Fund makes possible much of the work that goes beyond grantmaking, supporting activities that strengthen the field of giving and nonprofits in Vermont.

Overview

The Philanthropic Leadership Fund: Powering the impact of giving in Vermont

VCF’s Insight Hub: The go-to resource for philanthropic knowledge, tips, tools, and best practices to support donors, grant makers, and grant seekers in generating more impact through their philanthropic activities.

Responding to Disaster: Building the infrastructure necessary to react to urgent needs.

Designing New Strategies: Innovative approaches to support our place-based mission investment portfolio resulting in more than $20 million annually in Vermont housing, economic, and community development projects.

Serving Funders and Grant Seekers: Ensuring the Foundation’s staff can provide better service to fundholders and grantees, and significantly deepen and expand our service to Vermont over the next decade.

FAQs

What is the Philanthropic Leadership Fund and how does it impact Vermont communities?

The Philanthropic Leadership Fund fuels the Vermont Community Foundation’s efforts, accelerating impact across the state. In 2023, contributions of over $400,000 enabled the Foundation to enhance its philanthropic activities, disaster response, and community investments benefiting countless Vermonters.

What does the Philanthropic Leadership Fund support beyond grantmaking?

The fund supports activities that grow the field of giving in Vermont, including nonprofit peer learning sessions, research on pressing issues, development of philanthropic products, regional giving efforts, coordinated crisis response, and statewide projects that build social capital.

How can I contribute to the Philanthropic Leadership Fund?

Your contribution to the Philanthropic Leadership Fund makes us stronger. Thank you!