National Standards

In 2006, the Community Foundation of North Central Washington was confirmed in compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations. The Council on Foundations and leaders of the community foundation field created the National Standards to aid community foundations in establishing legal, ethical and effective operational practices that demonstrate transparency and financial responsibility.

In addition, National Standards were developed to distinguish community foundations from other philanthropic vehicles, build the capacity of community foundations to carry out their missions, and assist the field with self-regulation in a manner viewed positively by the Internal Revenue Service. With National Standard Designation, donors are assured that they will receive the highest standards of care and accountability with the Community Foundation of North Central Washington.

A detailed description of these standards is available from the Council on Foundations.