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Date:

January 29, 2 01

Memo to:

Board ofTru ees

From:

Rob Collier

Rc:

President's J cport

MeL~ng

Si nce the October Board
staff has been busy developing the Plan of Work fo r
the new fiscal year and wor~g oh activities that need to be completed in the last quarter
of this fiscal year. The follo ing bummary highlights both accomplishments and projects
in the pipeline. Additional i formation can be provided on each item.

I.

Conferences &amp; Mee in s

tArt

October 10
Detro
Grantmakers
Over 50 grantmakers met th9new CEO of the Detroit Public Schools. Dr. Kenneth
Burnley shared his vision foJ.the future of the school system, reform efforts and how
foundations could support th se efforts.

.

;

November 14
Detro t Area Grantmakcrs
Wi lliam A. McDonough, intfationally known designer and architect, and the lead
architect on the redesign of e Ford Motor Company's Rouge River complex, spoke to
75 grantmakers about enviro ental responsibility and sustainable development.
December 8
Effec~ve lfilternet Searching- A Virtual Workshop
Jenny Shangraw, Business ta Specialist fo r the Right Place Program in Grand Rapids,
presented searching tips and echniques to 15 registrants.

ArL

January 9
Detro t
Grantmakers
Funded by the McGregor Fu d, ~Survey of Problem Gamb/i11g in Metro Detroit,
was released at this meeting here 55 grantmakers learned about the impact of casino
gambling on human servicefenc~es.
January 12
Effec ve foternet Searching- A Virtual Workshop
Jenny Shangraw, Business ta Specialist for the Right Place Program in Grand Rapids,
presented searching tips and echn1ques to I 5 registrants.
January 23
ve Internet Searching- A Virtual Workshop
Jenny Shangraw, Business ta Specialist for the Right Place Program in Grand Rapids,
presented searching tips and echniques to I 5 registrants.
January 30, 31
on the Hill - Washington
23 members and staff will v i it the I 8 members of Michigan's Congressional Delegation.

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February 1, 2
Foru of RAGs Annual Meeting- Washington
Dave Lindberg serves as Tre sure~ of the Forum. Staff is leading the closing session and
hosting a special briefing wi Wi(liams Marketing Services on the Community
Foundation R&amp;D Incubator's work outside of Michigan.
February 6
Invest ent Seminar- Novi
This is a pilot afternoon semi ar for members interested in investment issues. Several
corporate members are invol ed ~ presenters.
February 11 - 14
COF amil~ Foundation Conference- Chicago
A special dinner for Michig participants is being held on the 11th_ CMF is co-hosting
the RAG reception on the 131 • T~e K-12 Learning to Give Project will have a booth for
participants to meet with tea ers for tips on teaching kids about philanthropy.
February L2
State egislative Briefing- State Capitol
More than 80 legislators and taff are expected to attend this biennial briefing.
February 19
Land se ~undcrs- Novi
Staff will assist with the qua erly ~eeting of the Land Use Funders Group
1

February 20
29 h A nual Conference Program Committee Meeting- Detroit
Over 35 members will conve'e to begin planning for the 291h Annual Conference
program, co-chaired by Julie t:ummings. and David Egner.
February 27
Conve ations Roundtable Workshop with Grantmakers
The first of three Conversati s (March 27 and April 24) in the metro Detroit area are
being held with the help of re tryat 15 members in order to strengthen relationships
between funders and nonpro ts. Ntore than I 00 grantseekers are expected to be served at
each workshop.
February 27, 28
Com unity Foundation CEO Retreat - Augusta
More than 55 community fo dation CEOs are expected for this annual two-day retreat
at Brook Lodge.
March 8, 9
Com unity Foundations Program Officers - Ann Arbor
More than 35 community fo dation program officers are expected to meet for this
annual retreat session.
March 13
nual Conference Host Committee Meeting- Detroit
Over 45 members and nonpr fits Jri11 convene to begin planning the host activities and
evening events.
M arch 15
Finan e &amp; Administration Workshop- Lansing
This is the fi rst time CMF h offered a one-day workshop on back room operations for
members.

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March 21
Strat ic P~anning Meeting- La nsing
All CMF Trustees are invite to join the Executive Committee for this continuation of the
Strategic Planning Process.
Ma rch 22
eon with Dot Ridings, COF President- Lansing
An informal lunch discussio will be offered to members with the President ofthe
Council on Foundations.
March 29
Corpo ate Services Committee Meeting- Detroit
More than 30 corporate gran akers wi ll meet to discuss CMF corporate services and
future initiatives, chaired by ynne A. Feldhouse.

Regio~al

May 10, ll
Members Meeting &amp; Board Meeting - Midland
More than 100 members are ~xpec~ed to meet at the Center for the Arts on Thursday
evening, May I 0 for the ann I Regional Members Meeting.
May
Trust ship Seminar - Metro Detroit
Yet to be scheduled, this pilo seminar with the Association of Small Foundations witt
test a new training curriculun for tJrustees of small-staffed foundations.

n.

Information Servic

The transfer of audiocassette and periodical back files to the Dorothy A. Johnson Center
at Grand Valley State Univcr ity was complctell i11 December.
The Youth Video was added o the MCFYP website. The National Youth Grantmakers
Database was exported for us by the Youth Leadership Institute in their work on a
publication about youth grant aki~g programs. About two new youth grantmaking
programs are being reported ia the MCFYP web-based survey each week. A different
YACer has been posting info arion about their YAC on the MCFYP website each
month.

CMF uses software that anal
the web, each month we get a
19, I I 0 pub! ications were deli
2000 to November 2000, wi

III.

I

s web traffic on our web sites. For document delivery via
report showing the top ten items downloaded. Over
ered via the web for the eight-month period from April
corresponding cost savings of $22,751.

Publications

Twelfth Edition of The Micll
Published in partnership with
now more than 2,000 foundat
both can be purchased for $9

l a11 Foundation Directory
he ~oundation Center this Directory notes that there are
ns in Michigan. Available in CD as well as hard copy,
by members.

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The Family Philanthropist
The winter issue highlighted
Retreat, recent family found
Management Audit. and an
Philanthropy on common co

results from the successful September Family Foundation
tion grants, data from CMF's new Family Foundation
cerpt from an article fro m the National Center for Family
cerlf affecting family foundations.

The Micltigan Scene
The winter issue highlighted activities at the 28111 Annual Con ference in Traverse City.

Asset Developments
The first issue of a quarterly ewsJetter on The Micnigan lOA Partnership
Setting lire Record Straight

l, Michigan 's Nonprofit Community- (Note back pocket)

;tl

Published by the Michigan blic Pojjcy Initiative, ajoint project with the Michigan
Nonprofit Association, this ooklet will help state policymakers better understand the
capabilities of the nonprofit ector.

S urvey of Miclriga11 Found lion Plrilantlrropy - Information for Seekin.g Founda.t ion
and Corporate Grants 2001 dition (Note back pocket)
This complimentary publica on iJ used by CM F in all sessions for grantseekers.

Leaming to Give- A Famil Foundatio11 Guidebook for Teaching Youth About
Pltilantltropy
Prepared by the K- 12 Learni g to tGive Project and our l'amily Philanthropy Ser vit;t:!&gt;,
this publication o ffers useful tips and sample lessons for families to teach their children
about philanthropy.

IV.

Partnerships

October 20, November 1, 1~, 27
Grantseeker Presentations
Four presentations were conducted for 185 granlseekers to organizations such as New
Detroit.

I

December 19
MNA 01h Anniversary Celebration - Lansing
Russ Mawby and Dottie Jo son were recognized, along with CMF, for playing key roles
in the creation of the Michig Nonprofit Association.
J a nuary 7
Worl wid~ INitiatives for Grantmaker § upport (WINGS)
Donnell Mersereau represent d CMF at a three-day retreat of representatives from RAGlike organizations from arou d the world hosted by the Ford Foundation. WINGS will be
sponsoring an international c nference in Melbourne, Australia in December 200 I.
January 11
White Hou ·e Conference on Partnerships -Washington
CMF was recognized by Firs Lady Senator Rodharn Clinton for our assistance in helping
with the Natjonal Youth Phil thropy Initiative now housed at the Coalition of
Community Foundations for outh.

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J a nuary 22, 23
Brazi Guest
Celia Cruz from GlFE, Sao aulo Brazil spent two days with staff on roUle to a
Workshop being held by the ommunity Foundation Institute of the Indiana University
Center on Philanthropy. She is interested in developing a working agreement with CMF
to support their commurtity ~1ilanthropy work.
Millio air~ and the Millennium -New Estimates of the
Forth oming Wealth Transfer - Grand Rapids
CMF is partnering with Hop College to present Dr. Paul Schervish at the GVSU Devos
Center campus.
March 9

I

March 17
Trans
Funded by the CS Mott Faun
Mersereau is the Governance
international symposium of c

tlaofic Community Foundation Network- Milan
atio-11 and Bertelsmann Foundation in Germany, Donnell
Working Group Facilitator and will be presenting at this
mm nity foundations.

March 22
Media &amp; Nonprofits - Lansing
CMF is co-sponsori ng with t e Mibhigan Nonprofit Association this first of its kind
seminar for members of the edia.
March 28
Michi an d orporatc Grantmakers Worksbop- Detroit
CMF is co-sponsoring works op with the Detroit Regional Chamber and lhe Michigan
State Chamber
May
I Black Pbilantbropy Conference- Detroit
As part of our New Ventures rojebt, staff is organizing a day of training for black
accountants and lawyers tied o thi~ Conference.
May 21, 22
Grant ake~s/Grantseekers- Grand Rapids
CMF is producing ten sessio as part of this evenl. In addition, a special meeting for
grantmakers w ill be held on t e aftf rnoon of the 22"d featuring the Nonprofit
Management Fund of Milwa ee.

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                    <text>Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the
Council of Michigan Foundations
October 2, 2000
The meeting of lhe Board of Trustees of the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) was held
at the Grand Traverse Resort, Acme, Michigan on Monday, October 2, 2000, pursuant to written
notice duly given. The meeting was called to order at 9:07a.m. by Margaret A. (Ranny) Riecker,
Chair.
Trustees and officers present in addition to Ms. Riecker:
Russell G. Mawby
C. David Campbell
RobertS. Collier
Richard K. Rappleye
Julie F. Cummings
William C. Richardson
Neeta M. Delaney
Kari Schlacbtenhaufen
Herbert D. Doan
Diana R. Sieger
Gerald K. Smith
Lynn A. Feldhouse
Ralph J. Gerson
Maureen H. Smyth
Allan D. Gilmour
Ira Strumwasser
James Greene
Elizabeth C. Sullivan
RichardT. Groos
Peter P. Thurber
Gi lbert Hudson
Kate Pew Wolters
Lloyd J. Yeo
Ann K. lrish
Olivia (Libby) P. Maynard
Trustees absent:
James A. Jenkins
Donald R. Parfet
S. Martin Taylor
CMF Staff and special guests:
Kathryn Agard, Director. K -12 Philanthropy in Education
Susan Cuddington. Executive Assistant
Rita Higgins, K-12 Philanthropy in Education
David R. Lindberg, Vi.c e President of Finance &amp; Administration
Do1mell Mersereau, Director, Community Foundations
Eric Muschler, Director, Michi~an IDA Partnership
Vicki Rosenberg, Chief Operating Officer Candidate
Leonard W. Smjtb, Chair, Michigan A ids Fund
Duane L Tarnacki, Clark-Hi ll, P.L.C.
Robert Tobin. Williams Marketing, Inc.

I. ACTION ITEMS
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the June 2, 2000 Board ofTrustees meeting and the minutes of the September 6,
2000 Executive Committee meeting wJre presented for approval.

�CMF Board ofTrus1ees
Minutes 10/00

Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, il was
RESOLVED that the June 2, :zooo Board of Trustees minutes and the September 6,
2000 Executive Committee minutes be accepted as presented.
Treasurer's Report
Mr. Rappleye presented the July 3 1. 2000 Financial Statements fo r CMF and its two supporting
organizations. Mr. Lindberg will now report. on a quarterly basis. material in-kind contributions
such as rent for the Detroit Office.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and una nimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that C ouncil of Michigan Founda tions' Board of Trustees accepts the
July 31, 2000 Financial Report as recommended by the CMF Audit and Finance
Committee.
Investment Committee Report
Mr. Doan presented the June 30, 2000 Investment Report. Mr. Lindberg will investigate the
feasibility of obtaining more current numbers from Cambridge Associates on their poo led returns
prior to the Board meetings.
Upon motio n duly ma d e, sup~orted, and una nimo usly approved, it was

RESOLVED that the Council of Michigan Foundations' Board of Trustees accept
the June 30, 2000 Investment Committee Report.
Nominating C ommittee Report
Committee Chair Maureen Smyth welcpmed Gerald K. Smith, who was recently appointed by
the Executive Committee to complete William Beckham's tenn.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the slate of candidates submitted to the membership for approval
by the Nominating CommitteJ be accepted:
Re-nominations- Class of2003 (three-year term)
Robert S. Collier, president, Council of Michigan Foundations. Grand Haven
Herbert D. Doan, chainnan. Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation, Midland
Ralph J. Gerson, executive vice president, Guardian Industries Corp., Auburn IJills
Kari Scblacbtenbaufcn, interim president. The Skillman Foundation. Detroit
Ira S trumwasser, CEO, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation. Detroit
Elizabeth C. Sullivan , vice president-programs, The Kresge Foundation, Troy

�CM F Board of Trustees
Minutes I0/00

New Nom inations- Class of2003 (three-year term)
John M . Frey, chairman, Frey foundation, Grand Rapids
.James E. Greene, director-community relations and contributions manager, Pharmacia
Foundation, KalarnazoQ
Amanda Van Dusen, principal Miller, Canfield, Paddock &amp; Stone. PLC, Detroit
Membership Report
Committee Chair Gil Hudson noted that CMF now has a total of 481 members with the addition
of 14 new members and the termination of four members since the last Board Meeting. The
2000 Membership Campaign packet was distributed along with a fax-back response form. The
minutes of the August 16. 2000 Membership Committee meeting were discussed and a
reconm1endation was made for the Committee to meet and redefine some of the issues for Board
review at the February Board Meeting.
Upon motion duly made, supported, a nd unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the Membership R e port be accepted as presented.
Government Relations Report
Committee Chair Olivia (Libby) Maynard presented the Government Relations Report. noting
that the Comminee met on August 16, 2000. The Board discussed the addition of a new goal on
the issue of Repeal of the Estate Tax, and the position ofCMF to not support or oppose tax
legis lation that has a broad impact beyond the charitable field.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved , it was
RESOLVED that CMF adopt the Legislative Goals State ment for 2000, as attached
to these minutes, with the inclysion ofGoal14 on the issue of Repeal ofth e Estate
Tax.
In addition there was discussion about GMF's relationship with state government and the
proposed resolution continuing to be a work in progress.
Upon motion duly made, s uppprted, a nd unanimously approved , it was
RESOLVED that CMF shaU respond t o opportunities to partner with state
government when the foll owinr occurs:
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There is evidence that the partnership opportunity shall advance the mission and goals
ofCMF
There is confirmation from advisors that the partnership is considered non-partisan
CMF members support the proposed partnership
The Executive Committee reviews and approves e ntering into the Partnership

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Minutes 10/00

RESOLVED further that the adoption of this resolution rescind the motion adopted
by the Board on CMF's relationship with state government at the .June 2000
meeting.
Supporting Organization Report
Committee Chair Maureen Smyth presbted the new trustees recommended for the Michigan
AIDS Fund (MAF) and Michigan CoJ11munity Foundations' Ventures (MCFV).

Upon motion duly made, sup~orted , anti unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the following individuals be appointed to the Board of Trustees of
the Michigan AIDS Fund for the three-year term ending 2003.
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•
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Franc~,

Carolee Dodge
Dickinson County Community Foundation
Jay Kaplan, Michiga n Protection and Advocacy Services
Susan Broman, Steelcase Foundation
Terri Wright, W. K. J&lt;ellogg Foundation
Barbara Jones, City o~Detroit Health Department

It was noted that each of the abQve individuals currently serves on the MAF Board and is
eligible to serve an additionall rrn.

Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the following individuals be appointed to the Board of Michigan
Community Foundations' Vc tures for the three-year term ending 2003:
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•
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•

Jack E. Hopkin , ~alamazoo Foundation
Diana R. Sieger, Giand Rapids Foundation &amp; CMF Trustee
Lucy R. Allen, agmaw Community Foundation
Olivia P. Maynard, Community Foundation of Greater Flint, &amp; CMF
Trustee
James W. McCall, Hillsdale County Community Foundation

It was noted that Mr. McCall is a new Jppointee, in addition lo the three individuals in lhe
fo llowing resolution.

Upon motion duly made, sup ( rted, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED further thM the following individuals be appointed to the Board of
Michigan Community Foundations' Ventures for tbe one year ter m ending
December 2001, and the two-year term ending December 2002.

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Minutes 10100

For tbe C lass of 2001
• Jeanne Snow, GraJ;td Traverse Regional Community Foundation
• David A. Woodworth, Upper Peninsula Community Foundation Alliance
For the Class of2002
Neeta Delaney, JacFon County Community Foundation &amp; CMF Trustee

•

Michigan AIDS Fund
Leonard Smith, Chair, Michigan AlDS Fund, noted that the search committee for an Executive
Director is ready to begin the intervie process with a diverse pool of candidates. Recently. the
Michigan AIDS Board held a retreat with a main focus on grantmakiJ1g strategies and stability of
fundraising.
Michigan Community Foundations' Ventures
Donnell Mersereau, Community Foundation Program Director, introduced Bob Tobin, Principal
of Williams Marketing Services, of Grand Rapids, to present a briefing on the targeted advisor
marketing carnpaign starting in Octobet and being introduced at the Annual Conference. Mr.
Tobin showed examples of the ads to bf presented in Business Week and the Wall Street Journal
Online. Ms. Mersereau noted that 41 c9mmunity foundations have now mel standards agreed to
for participation in the collaborative projects of MCFV. The remainder of tilt: community
foundations are working on meeting surdards by the end of the year.
fl.

REPORTS

28'h Annual Conference
Program Co-Chairs Lynn Feldhouse and Ira Strumwasser highlighted tile Final Program and
noted that registration has exceeded I ,opo. Appreciation was expressed by all for the work of the
Program Committee, Host Committee, and CMF staff in putting together another outstanding
Annual Conference Program.

Family Philanthropy
[
Family Foundations Chair, Julie Cummmgs, reported on the success of the weekend Family
Foundations Retreat with guest faculty±andra Hughes from the National Center on Nonprofit
Boards and Graham Phaup from the lns "tute for Global Ethics. There is consensus that families
appreciate the smaller crowd- 82 in att ndance- so tills format will be added to the annual Plan
of Work.
K-12 Education in Philanthropy Project Report
Russell Mawby and Kathy Agard commented on efforts to add depth to the Project within
schools iliat have volunteered to have teachers in each grade level include the philanthropy
lessons in their curriculum over the nex, 3-5 years. Ms. Agard noted that Barbara Dillbeck has
joined the Project as a ''teacher in residTcc," from the Holland Michigan School system.

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Minutes 10/00

President's Report
Mr. Collier welcomed Vicki Rosenber , CMF's new Chief Operating Officer, scheduled to begin
in late November. Mr. Collier then in oduced Eric Muschler, Michigan JDA Partnership
Director, who briefly highlighted the fDA Preliminary Business Plan that was distributed al the
meeting. Mr. Tobin then outlined U1e frogress made in the Strategic Planning Meeting, Sunday
afternoon, October I, by reviewing ke~ issues and stakeholders identified.
Ill.

OTHER BUSfNESS

Chair Ranny Riecker presented CMF's graduating Trustees Ka te Pew Wolters, Peter Thurber,
and Jim Jenkins, with resolutions for t.Qe completion of their terms on the Board of Trustees.
Kate, Peter, and Jim will continue their CMF suppon serving on the Advisory Cabinet. Mr.
Collier shared the special letter received from .Jim Jenkins, who is now working for the Deere
Company in Moline, lllinois.

U pon motion duly made, sup~o rted , and una nimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that whereas Peler P. Thurber bas served the Council of Michigan
Foundations and its membership as a Trustee with vi ion and commitment since
1991 ...

•

WHEREAS in his role as Vice C hair for Private Foundations, he guided the

•

WHEREAS he exhibited exemplary dedication and loyalty to CMF's mission as
Investment Committee Chair...

•

WHEREAS be provided t oughtful guidance to help ensure the overall financial
stability of the Michigan 9 ommunity Foundations' Youth Project (MCFYP)...

•

WHEREAS be was gener~us with his time as a member of the Executive
Committee...

•

AND WHEREAS be exemf.lifies the philanthropic spirit through his community
leadership, encouragemen , and personal example...

program with caring and expertise, thereby contributing to the development of
improved and targeted m, mbership services ...

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of T rustees expresses their heartfelt appreciation
to Mr. Thurber for his years of service as a Member, Trustee and Vice C hair, and
look fonvard to his continued counsel as a member of the CMF Advisory Cabinet.
And,
Upon motion made, supporte and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that whereas Kate Pew W olters bas served CMF and its membership
as a member of the Board of ~rustces with vision a nd dedication since 1991...

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Minutes I 0/00

•

WHEREAS she encourag d the growth and enhancement of philanthropy
through her thoughtful a d knowledgeable guidance of the CMF Membership
Committee...

•

WHEREAS she shared her creative and invaluable talents as a member of the
23rd Annual Conference Program Commjttee...

•

WHEREAS her trusteesh~p of the Michigan AIDS Fund has provided care and
hope to those dealing wit~ the disease...

•

WHEREAS, through the Steelcase Foundation, she has initiated numerous
projects to strengthen and improve the weU-being of people in numerous
communities...

•

AND WHEREAS she eXeipplifies the philanthropic spirit through her
community leadership, encouragement, and personal example...

BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees expresses their deepest gratitude and
appreciation to Kate Pew Wolters for her generosity of time and leadership, and
look forward to her continue~ counsel as a member of the CMF Advisory Cabinet.

And,
Upon motion made, supporte(J and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that whereas, Jfes R. Jenkins bas served the Council of Michigan
Foundations and its members ip as a member of the Board of Trustees since 1991...
•

WHEREAS his concern ~ r increasing and improving philanthropy in the tate
of Michigan greatly enha ced CMF corporate services ...

•

WHEREAS, through the Dow Corning Foundation, be has initiated numerous
projects to strengthen and improve the weU-being of people in numerous
communities ...

•

AND WHEREAS he exerqplifies the philanthropic spirit through his community
leadership, eocourageme,t, and personal example...

BE IT RESOLVED that the ~oard of Trustees expresses their deepest gratitude and
appreciation to James R. Jenltins for his leadership, and look fonvard to his
continued counsel as a membt r of the CMF Advisory Cabinet.
Ms. Riecker also acknowledged the special role of the Rotary Club of Traverse City and its
supporting organizations in promoting philanthropy in northwest lower Michigan and requested
approval of the following resolution:

�CMF Board of Trustees

Minutes I0/00

Upon motion made, supporteU and unanimously approved , it was
RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of the Council of Michigan Foundations
salutes the Rotary Club of Tr~versc City, and its supporting organizations, Rotary
Charities of Traverse City ana Rotary Camps and Services of Traverse City, for
grantmaking, volunteerism and leadership that is increasing, improving, and
enhancing philanthropy both in the Grand Traverse Region and all of Michigan by:
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Encouraging the development of community philanthropy,
Supporting the revitalizarlon of downtown Traverse City,
Promoting growth that pr~tects the environment and community character,
Nurturing the developmcrit and potentia l of area youth,
Tackling tough issues, such as affordable housing,
Preserving na tural resourtes for future generations,
Enhancing cultural and rJcreational opportunities, and
Serving as a model for service clubs and communitie in M ichigan a nd
throughout the world,

The next regularly scheduled meeting dr the CMF Board of Trustees will take place February I S.
2001, at the University Club, in East Lansing.
There being no further business to come before the Board, Ms. Riecker adjourned the meeting at

ll :IO a.m.

./

RobertS. Collier
President

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Key Trends Affecting CMF
Pltilanrltropy (n} -The JJiVing ofone's time, talent or treasure intended

for I he sake ofano1her- or for the common good

Robert L. Payton.
Learnmg to Gn·e Project, 2001

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At the dawn of the 21 century, American society is experiencing phenomenal c hange;
change that presents important implications for CMF as it develops a new five-year
strategic plan. This document provides a sununary of key trends or indicators significant
to CMF's future. Developed by CMf staff. it, along with "Writing the Next Chapter," and
data to be obtained through interviews, surveys, and focus groups, will constitute the
primary data source for the st~ategio planning process. The major categories of trends or
indicators distilled from a thorough environmental scan are:
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Society: The Information Age
Wealth &amp; Giving: Individua..l and Organized Philanthropy
The Non-Profit &amp; Public Sectors
RAGS as Associations

Society: T he lnform ~tio n Age
The late 20th and early 21 st centuries are marked by the transition from an industrial to
information-based economy, globalization, diversity, an expanding economic and
technological divide between the least and most advantaged citizens, social aJjenation,
concern about the decline of civil society in America, and the maturing of Boomers and
Gen Xrs whose lifestyles and desires are markedly different from their elders. Rapid
technological advances are a major factor in these trends, redefining work. life.
communi ty, and c ulture. These c hanges have stimulated a search for meaning and
connectedness. and the creation of c(&gt;rnmunitiies free of geographic and political
constraints, and focused around such things as place, interest, faith, and lifestyle.
Key factors are:

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Technology
Impacting all aspects of life and work
Catalyzing c reation of ''communities of interest"
Transforming business practices across sectors
Changing how we learn and connect
Supporting global migratiop. of ideas, values, best practices
Increasing divide between rich and poor

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Society
Increased concern about need to strengthen civil society
Predominance of middle class values when middle class is shrinking, and gap
between rich and poor expanding
Search for values. sense of community, and spirituality
New definitions of community driven by globalization and technology
Widening demographic gap between young and old (majority white elderly vs.
majority diverse youth)

Wealtb &amp; G iving: Individual and Organized Philanthropy
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The late 20' century saw an explosion in the growth of foundations, changes in forms of
giving led by "venture philanthropists", and increased opportunities for giving by aJJ
citizens. This growth has been accompanied by increased media scrutiny, calls for higher
foundation payout rates, and the general public's continued lack of knowledge about
pl1ilanthropy and its impact.

Individual Giving. More people are generating more wealth faster today than at
any time in history. Many mqrc are beginning to benefit from what some researchers
project will be the largest intergenerational transfer of wealth ever (estimated at several
trillion dollars over the next 20 to30 years). At the same time, philanthropy is becoming
democratized- invo lving pebple of all ages. cultures, and socio-economic strata- and
recast in response to donors' desire for personal involvement in giving. Much of this
levelmg has been fueled by the dramatic growth of new wealth; recognition of giving to
individuals and social clubs by people o f color as philanthropy; increased numbers of
community and family foundations; emergence of the Internet as a giving tool; increased
employee and customer involvement in corporate giving through volunteerism, employee
staff giving committees, and matching gift programs; charitable fund options offered by
financial services flrms; and new forms of philanthropy like giving circles that empower
citizens at all income levels.
Orga11ized Pltilallthropy. Many donors, social commentators, and professional
advisors are expressing a desite to better define and enhance the impact of philanthropic
act ivity. They are challenging tradit~onal philanthropic organizations to do more and
encouraging the use of new, potentially higher-yield approaches to social investing such
as social venture funds and giying circles. "Venture philanthropists" are creating new
models of giving characterized by highly focused funding, support for strengthening
grantee business practices, and expectations of significant and measurable results in
relatively quick time frames. To increase the impact of their resources, new and existing
foundations and corporations are forming unique cross-sector collaborations and
partnerships often with shared leadership resulling in changing roles across sectors.

Factoid: According to the IRS, there are 2,290 foundations in Michigan of\vhich 831
were formed within the past Jive years - 125 in the firs/len months of2000 alone.

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Key factors are:

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Demographics of Giving
More people generating more wealth than at any time in U.S. history
Largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history
Increase in number of U.S. millionaires and billionaires
U.S. wealth concentrated in fewer households
Giving as a percentage of personal income unchanged for 30 years
I 0% of households making p4% of all contributions
More than 75% of $175 bilhon donated in 1999 coming from living donors
Wealthy giving away tiny percentage of assets during lifetime
80% of wealthy giving onJy in response to routine gifi requests
Reduction in corporate grant dollars due to mergers and acquisitions
Approaches to Giving
Growth in number of community foundations
Explosive growth in numbet of family foundations
Increased giving by people 9fcolor to traditional causes a nd NPOs
Growing interest in new forms of giving (e-philanthropy, giving circles, etc.)
Increased donor inter~t in personal involvement in giving
Increased emphasis on training next generation of family philanthropists
Growing tendency of donors to take proactive stance
Gruwing investment in building NPO capacity
Move to niche funding to increase impact and create distinct public image
More foundation interest in partnerships and cross-sector collaborations
Increased globalization of g~ving by family and corporate foundations
rntemet transforming donor research, networking, and giving
Support for Giving
Increased demand for donor-advised funds
Entry of financial services firms into donor service market
Expansion in number and type of giving vehicles available to donors through nonprofit and for-profit firms and community foundations
Growing family foundation demand for education and personalized technical
assistance
Expansion of Internet-based networking, resources, and on-line giving options

The Non-Profit &amp; Public Sectors
Over the last 20 years, the non-profit sector has expanded faster than any other economic
sector in the U.S., seeing a 100% intrease in the number ofNPOs. Most N POs are small,
organizationally fragile, and often undercapitalized. Public policy reforms have led to
devolution and privatization compounding NPO fragility and shifting responsibility from
the public to the non-profit sector in many areas. These reforms have increased NPOs'
reliance on private sector funding l¢~ding to the proliferation of"special projects"

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designed to attract funding and genl::ral operating dollars and to an increase in
public/private partnerships. More recently, the public sector has begun increasing its role
as a monitor of the non-profit sector. The changing relationship between the non-profit
and public sectors has been complicated in Michigan by the introduction oftenn limits.
At the federal level, redistricting may reduce Michigan's influence on publ ic policy.
Key factors are:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Doubling ofNPOs over past 20 years causing confusion/duplication of effort
Fragile NPO sector: many small, undercapitalized, poorly managed
lncreasing tendency by NPOS to adopt private sector practices
Decreasing distinctiveness between public and private sectors
Devolution and privatization increasing N PO reliance on private sector funding
Increased scrutiny of sector Jeading to creation of standards and accountability
General lack of awareness/understanding of philanthropy among general public
Growing perception of foundations as stewards of"public funds"
Evolving relationship with elected state officials complicated by term limits
Expanding government role1 i.e., watch-dog, policy enforcer, partner
Possible decrease in Michigan influence at federal level due to redistricting

RAGs as Associat ions
Across the globe, RAGs and other ty-pes of associations are feeling the impact of
increased competition, technology, globalization, more and more diverse members,
competing member expectations based on generation-specific needs, higher member
expectations for maximun1 benefit and person al service. To stay relevant and effective in
a rapidly changing environment. leading associations are adopting more sophisticated
business practices, expanding and refining their use of technology, expanding member
categories, assuming new leadership roles, entering into non-traditional partnerships and
collaborations, and seeking wnys to generate greater revenues from traditional and nontraditional sources.
Factoid: One of/he first RAG8 created in the U.S., CMF:
• Has the largest membership base (469 in 1999 vs. 361 for the 2"d largest. 246.for
J'd largest with a/mos/50% serving less than 100 members.):
• Offers the broadest selection ofcomp1·ehensive grammaker serv1ces;
• Has the largest budget and staff
Key factors:

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Member Expectations
High quality, customized pr9grams and services based on generational
preferences
Help brokering partnerships and collaborations
Proactive servant-leadership
On-demand access to infonnation and services

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•

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Effective advocate with state government
Leadership for best practic~s and standards
Organizational D esign
Shared leadership
High performing/high! accoUntability boards
Knowledgeable staff supple~ented w ith consultants
Nimble
Prizing intellectual capital over financial and physical assets
Entrepreneurial
Customer focused: building product into every service, service into every product
Technology savvy
Global in mindset and culture

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�Attachment B

CMF Long Range Planning
Notes on January 24 Executive Committee Meeting
The first portion of the Executive Committee meeting focused on the Strategic Planning
process. Vicki Rosenberg presented an overview of key trends affecting CMF (see " Key
Trend&lt;; Affecting CMF", and "CA1F Competitors") after which Bob Tobin of Williams
Marketing facilitated a discussion. The fin al discussion regarding strategic planning
focus on data-gathering tools1 processes, and timelines.
Key Trends &amp; Competitors
Following Vicki Rosenberg's presentation, the Executi ve Committee and CMF staff
identified those issues or trends ther believe need greater attention. Those areas are:
• Addressing member expectations
• Offering programs live and on-line
• Better serving corporate [under$, independent, and famil y foundations. (The
Executive Committee believes that CM F is providing high levels of service to
community foundations).
• Faith-based organizations as competitors or collaborators.
Evaluating CMF
In a discussion facilitated by Bob Tobin, the Executive Committee and CMF staff
discussed how well CMF's services meet member expectations and how much its
organizational design reflects characteristics of successful associations. Key points
fo llow:
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Personal service, tailored tO generational preferences
The group generally agreed that members who use CMF's services lind them to
be o f excellent quality. Ho'f{ever, many members either aren' t aware of CMF's
services or choose not to use them. One person noted that some members support
CMF largely for the advocacy work it does with policy makers. Another noted the
importance of determi~;~ing which services wi ll retain or attract younger members.

A discussion followed aboulf (a) the importance of doing market research to
determine why members do and do not use CMF services. with particular
emphasis on independent foundations and younger members; (b) the need for
CMF to better market Its sel,'vices; and (c) whether CMF could meet increased
demand for services should new marketing efforts be successful. The group
seemed to concur that CMF does not currently have the capacity to meet
significantly increased demand on its own, but that it may be able to do so
through strategic alliances and partnerships. The group also identified the need for
CMF to begin charging for its services as an important issue. It agreed to table
this discussion until a later time.

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Brokering ofPartnerships and Collaborations: Public and Non-Profit Sectors
The group agreed that CMF successfully brokers a good number of partners hips
and collaborations. Hqwever, it questioned the degree to which these partnerships
and col1aborations align with CMF's mission. The "Tobacco Settlement"' project
was raised as an example of,a project that may not be sufficiently aligned. This
concern, one member noted, is historical and dates back to the first State of
Michigan/CMF partnership involving the energy surplus.
The group found it difficult to assess CMF's brokering role. Questions were
raised about member ~xpectation s. and how CMF presents brokering or
partnership opportunities to the public sector. A related comment was made
regarding the value of providing a session on designing effective partnerships at
the 200 I CMF annual conference.

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Proactive servant leadership across sectors
The group felt CMF was doi,ng very well in Lhis area.

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Easy access. on demand communications
The group identified this as another marketing issue.

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§.horter, more focused meetings and events
The group agreed that all members value the networking opportunities oiTered at
CMF's annual conference. One member noted that im.lt:pemlent foundations need
networking opportunities to better understand what others are doing.

•

Effective advocacy with state government
CMF does well with state departments and the Governor, but does poorly with
state representatives b~causeofterm l imits. It needs to quickly build relationships
with legislators so that it's influence in Lansing remains strong after the Engler
administration concludes. 1L was further suggested that CMF help foundations
develop strong relatiorlships with local governments.

•

Leadership for best prbctices and standards
CMF has eiTectively helped community foundations with best practices and
standards. The group agreed that CMF should help other types of foundations to a
much greater degree, emphasizing best practices rather than standards (which
some members oppose).

•

Shared leadership by high performance, accountable boards
The group rated CMF very hjgh in Lhis category.

•

Intellectual assets valued more than physical assers
.The group agreed that this statement reflects CMF's values.

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•

More entrepreneurial business practices
The group agreed that CM:B does well here, although there was some room for
improvement. It cautioned CMF to focus on its core values and strengths in all
situations. The group suggested removing the term "business"' from this factor.
Enabled by e-commerce. odvanced technology
The group agreed that CMF is becoming increasingly sophisticated in its usc of
technology.

•

Agile. global mindset with shared decision-making
The group suggested that CMf strengthen shared decision-making.

•

Customer focused, building product into eve1y service, service into eve1y product.
No comments.

Gathering Information: Stakeholder Groups and Planned Techniques
Bob Tobin rev iewed draft plans fot gathering data through focus groups, personal
interviews, and a member survey to obtain input from the full spectrum of CMF
members. The Executive Committee agreed to the following:
•

Conduc ting a special survey of CMF Trustees with a check-off for those Trustees
interest in sharing additional thoughts through a one-on-one interview;

•

Using already planned meetings and events as opportunities to conduct focus
gropus of mixed groups of members.

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fntervicwing fi ve indi idual$ representing the different member categories
(corporate. private, family, community and othe r).

•

Having consultants conduct all interv iews and focus groups.

Moving Forward
February board meeting
The group agreed that the February J5, 200 I Board meeting presented a good opportunity
to:
•
•

Review the " Key Trends'· document
ldentjfy and provide perspective on the live priority areas identified January 24:
C ustomer focused, building product into every service. service into every product
Brokering of partnerships and collaborations bet\veen public and nonprofit sectors
Effective advocacy with state government
Leadership for best practices and standards
How we serve the next generation

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Solicit board input (discllSsion on these items)
Review our input gathering prqcess and tools

Input gathering
With the Executive Committee's approval, CMF will proceed with a qualitative member
survey and focus groups as quickl&gt;; as possible so as to have some results ready for the
March 21,2001 Executive Committee meeting. Interviews and focus groups will be
completed by late April. The Executive Committee recognized that this schedule may
delay the May completion date for ilhe first draft of CMF 's strategic plan.

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COUNCIL OF MICIDGAN FOUNDATIONS
Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday &amp; Friday, May 10 &amp; 11,2001
Ashman Court Hotel
11 I West Main Street
Midland, MI 48640-5154
(800) 282-7778
(Map Enclosed)

AGENDA

TAB

Thursday, May 10, 2001
1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Strategic Planning
6:30 p.m.
Regional Philanthropy Evening
I.

Call to Order

II.

Strategic Planning
Bob Tobin, Will iams Group
• March 22, 2001 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes
• Summary of Data Gathering
• Draft Vision &amp; Values Statements

Margaret A. (Ranny) Riecker
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ATTACHMENT A
ATTACHMENT B
AITACHMENTC

Friday, May 11, 2001
8:00 a .m.
Continental Breakfast
8:30a.m. -11:30 a.m. Board of Trustees Meeting
I.

Call to Order

II.

Action Items

Margaret A. (Ranny) Riecker

2

A.

Approval of the February 15, 200 I
Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes

B.

Treasurer's Re port
I . Endowment Funds

Richard K. Rappleye
Robert S. Collier

3

c.

Investment Committee

Herbert D. Doan

4

D.

Nominating Committee

Maureen H. Smyth

5

E.

Membership Committee

Gi Ibert Hudson

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F.

Strategic Planning

Robert S. Collier

.In 4ssrx:iation of Fmmdttlions and C01pomtlons Jfakiug (,mnts for Oxmttlbili

7
Purpt~ses.

�Board of Trustees Agenda
May 10 &amp; II , 2001

Page2

ill.

Discussion Items
A.

29th Annual Conference

Julie F. Cummings

8

B.

Family Philanthropy

Julie F. Cummings

9

c.

Learning to Give Update

Russell G. Mawby

10

D.

President's Report

RobertS. Collier

11

E.

Other

IV.

Executive Session

V.

Adjournment
Next Meeting Date
Wednesday, October 31,2001
Detroit Marrion Renaissance
CMF 29th Annual Conference

October 31 -November 2, 2001

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Date:

April 26, 2001

Memo to:

Board of Trustees

From:

Julie Cummings, Co-Chair
29m Annual CMF Conference Program Committee

Re:

29th Annual CMF Conference

The update on 291h Annual Conference activities is as follows:
Conference Date:

October 31 -November 2, 200 I

Theme:

"Honoring the Past, Embracing the Future"

Location:

Marriott Renaissance, Detroit

Honorary Conference
Chairs:

William Clay Ford &amp; Mrs. Walter B. Ford 11

Program Committee
Co-Chairs:

Julie F. Cummings, Trustee
Max M. &amp; Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation
&amp;
David Egner, President
Hudson-Webber Foundation

Host Committee
Co-Chairs:

Lorna Utley, President
General Motors Foundation
&amp;
Glenn F. Kossick, Executive Director
Metro Health Foundation

(invited)

Over 55 sessions are slated for the three-day conference which will focus on issues
surrounding healthcare prevention, community development, education, prisoner reentry, investments, diversity, historic preservation, trusteeship, and a number of technical
and "how to" sessions related to family, independent, community, corporate, and public
charity grantmaking.

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Invitations have been extended to the fo llowing plenary speakers:
Wednesday, October 3 1
3:45- 5:00p.m.

Thursday, November I
12:00- 1:45 p.m.
4:00- 5:00p.m.
Friday, November 2
12:00 -2:00p.m.

Robert Rubin, former Secretary of Treasury and
Mayor Dennis Archer

William C lay Ford, Jr.
Ken Burns

Donors Platform w/Jackie Joyner-Kcrsee
and her husband Bob Kersee

The Host ~ommittee is in the process of putting together a number of exciting host
events and tours that will showcase Detroit's 300111 anniversary. Samplings of the tours
under development include the downtown historic theatres, underground railroad sites,
the furniture factory, Cranbrook campus, Comerica Park, downtown economic
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Thursday afternoon an invitation has been extended to Ken Burns who will share his
story about Jazz, and how he came to be known as one of America's leading storytellers.
The host event will feature a strolling dinner theme with a number ofjazz artists at the
newly-renovated Science Center. The jazz performance featuring Marcus Belgrave and a
number of acclaimed Detroit jazz artists, will be held at one of the local theatres.
The Conference flyer will be mailed May 7'11 and registration materials are scheduled to
go out in July.

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April 26, 200 I
Memo to:

Board ofTrustees

From:

Susan Howbert, Program Director for Southeast Michigan

Subject:

Detroit Office and Southeast Michigan Program

I am happy to report that the work of the Detroit office continues to grow by leaps and
bounds, and pleased to highlight the following activities:

City Connect Detroit
Over the past year, CMF has been assisting a collaboration of fourteen grantmakers, city
officials, ~d technical assistance providers in an initiative to develop a program in
southeast Michigan that would improve relationships between sectors, increase capacity
of local organizations and city departments, and attract new grant dollars to the region.
ln January 2001 , a new nonprofit organization, City Connect Detroit, was established and

an Interim Board was elected, chaired by Kari Schlachtenhaufen, President of The
Skillman Foundation and a CMF Trustee. The organization's mission is to strategically
solve problems for the betterment of the people of southeast Michigan, with an initial
emphasis on Detroit, through focused collaborations and joint grant applications among
local government, grantrnakers and nonprofit organizations that share similar goals. The
goals of the new 501 ( c )3 are to :
• Identify and prioritize major problems and opportunities of principal concern to the
participating sectors;
• Create collaborations to address these problems and opportunities; and,
• Identify funding opportunities and secure resources from federal, state, and local
government and foundations to address these problems through collaborative
appli cations.
At present the organization is seeking funding for a $3.45 million, five-year
demonstration period. A search committee, chaired by Gerald Smith, President of Detroit
Youth Foundation and a CMF Trustee, has been established to begin the process of hiring
a President/CEO of the organization. ln the meantime, Pat Babcock, Di rector of Public
Policy of the Kellogg Foundation, will assist the Interim Board with funding procurement
and search committee support as part of his current assignment with CMF. The Skillman
Foundation is providing Pat with an office for his work with City Connect Detroit.

2001 Conversations Roundtable Workshops
The second series of three roundtable "Conversations" workshops, held in Southeast
Michigan on February 27 at Focus Hope, March 27 at Macomb Community College and

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April 24 at the Max. M. Fisher Building, was very well received. Over 300 people and
28 foundations participated in the workshops that were developed to provide an
opportunity for funders and nonprofits to come together and converse informally about
issues of common concern. An addition to this year's workshops, was the special
funding, provided by the Kellogg Foundation, to document and disseminate the
information generated from the 2001 Conversations Workshops.
Members of the Conversations Planning Committee include: Harriet Cooper (who
recently retired), The Jewish Fund; Richard Dunlap, The Kresge Foundation; Carlotta
Mills, The Kresge Foundation; Miguel Satut, W.K. Kellogg Foundation; Elizabeth Stieg,
The Carls Foundation; and John Ziraldo, Thompson-McCully Foundation.

CMFIMNA/COF Conversation on Organizational Effectiveness
This sum.n:ter, CMF and MNA are cosponsoring, with COF, a meeting for lwenty
participants in the Detroit area on organizational effectiveness. An equally-balanced
group offunders and nonprofit representatives will be invited to participate in a half-day
conversation facilitated by Marcia Sharp, Millennium Communications Group, Andover,
Massachusetts.

CMF's Presence in Southeast Michigan
CMF's presence in Southeast Michlgan continues to expand. I represent CMF at a broad
array of foundation and nonprofit events and meetings, in addition to responding to
requests for information and resource support from grantmakers and grantseekers. Phone
requests are averaging about 15 calls a day in the Detroit office.

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Date: April 27, 200 1
To:

Ranny Riecker, Chair and Members of the CMF Board ofTrustees

From: RobertS. Collier
Re:

Board Creation of Two Endowment Funds

Board review and action on the following two resolutions creating the Michigan
Community Foundations' Youth Project Fund and the Dorothy A. Johnson Education
Fund is requested.

RESOLVED that the Board of T rustees approve establishment of the Michigan
Community F oundations' Yout h Project (MCFYP) Fund, a permanent endowment
fund as approved by the W.K. Kellogg F oundation, by using the grant dolla rs
remaini ng f rom the Round 12 challenge grant, with a purpose to support the
ongoing technical assistance and training needs of community founda tion youth
advisory committees in Michigan.
And
RESOLVED furtb er, that the Board of Trustees approves, retroactively as of
November 1999, establishment of the Dorothy A. Johnson Education Fund, as a
permanent endowment fund created fro m the gifts of many foundation and
individua ls to honor the work of CMF's President Emeritus, Dorothy A. J ohnson,
with the F und being used to support speakers for CMF's Annual Conference and
special training activities promoting Principles and Best Practices for grantmakers.
Background

MCFYP Endowment F und
There is a need to continue to provide technical assistance to the 86 community
foundation youth advisory committees throughout Michigan. This assistance is provided
through regional trainings, a summer statewide leadership event, one-on-one site visits,
adult advisor training and an interactive website. While some oflhis assistance can be
supported by the Mawby Fund for Kids endowment, additional funds are required.
On November 30, 2000 CMF submitted a request to Kellogg to establish a Michigan
Community Foundations' Youth Project Fund as a permanent endowment with the grant
dollars remaining from the final Round 12 Youth Challenge. Community foundations
have until December 31, 2003 to collect the pledges they submitted as of December 31,
1998, to be eligible for final round 12 Youth Challenge grant dollars. Based on those
outstanding pledges, management projects that $1,055,505 will remain from the original

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Kellogg Challenge funds that can now be used for this purpose. In a letter dated
February 16, 2001, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation approved the request to establish the
MCFYP Endowment Fund.
Dorothy A. Johnson Education Fund

While the creation of a fund to honor Dorothy Johnson was approved in Executive
Session, this action bas never been made part of the official record of CMF. In reviewing
the records for the establishment of this fund, management feels the permanent records
should include a formal Board resolution approving the establishment of the fund as a
permanent endowment, along with it's intended purpose.

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                    <text>Date:

April 26, 200 I

To:

Board ofTrustces

From:

Julie F. Cummings, Chair, Family Philanthropy Committee

Subject:

Family Philanthropy Report

We are pleased to highlight the following activities for family foundations:

The Family Philanthropist
The spring issue of The Family Philanthropist focuses on creative and strategic
communication efforts that can enable family foundation trustees to preserve integrity
and intent while enhancing the power of giving. The issue was developed with the help
of Lynn Afendoulis, The Greystone Group, who recently wrote a tribute book on G.A.
Mason for the Mason family. The newsletter will be mailed in May.
Trustee Leadership Seminar
CMF is co-hosting a pilot program on Trustee Leadership with the Association of Small
Foundations (ASF) on June 21, 2001 at The Village Club in Bloomfield Hills, MI.
ASF received a two-year grant from the Mott Foundation to support the development of a
Trustee Leadership Seminar Series. The program content is being designed and delivered
by the National Center for Nonprofit Boards and the Support Center for Nonprofit
Management.
The two desired outcomes of the seminar are:
• Trustees will increase their knowledge of basic trustee roles and responsibilities in the
governance of their foundations; and,
• Trustees will identify ways they can improve the operation of their foundation's
board.

Family Philanthropy Regional Luncheon
The Trustees of the Martin Family Foundation and the Speckhard-Knight Foundation are
hosting a Family Foundation Trustees' luncheon and discussion in Ann Arbor on
Tuesday, June 12, 2001. Family Foundation Trustees will have an opportunity to meet,
discuss family philanthropy. and share information on funding interests and program
activities. Rob Collier will do a short talk on "The State of Philanthropy in Michigan"
and Susan Howbert will speak about the many family foundation services and activities
ofCMF.

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Second Annual Family Foundation Retreat - September 28 -30
We are excited about the plans being made for CMF's Second Annual Family Foundation
Retreat on September 28- 30, 2001 at Crystal Mountain Resort, located in
Thompsonville, MI. We are delighted that Robert Selverstone, Ph.D, Westport, CT, will
be faci litating the retreat. Bob has conducted over 800 workshops on values and
communication, and, at last year' s annual conference, he led a dynamic workshop on
effective communication that helped participants improve their ability to both
communicate their vision, values and priorities, and also to hear and learn from others.
The retreat concept was developed in response to our family foundation members' desire
to be able to include in CMF activities, those family members who are not easily
available during the work week, and to have a more intimate environment within which
to discuss issues that are unique to family foundations.
The sessions and activities being developed for the retreat will focus on learning how to
communicate values most effectively, and developing strategies for telling the family
story, planning for generational inclusion, and integrating family values and interests into
a meaningful program of giving.

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April 27, 200 I

Memo to:

CMF Board ofTrustees

From:

Richard K . Rappleye

RE:

CMF &amp; Supporting Organizations' March 31,200 1 Financial Statements

Resolved: That the CMF Board of Trustees approve the March 31,2001 internal
financial statements.
Due to the timing of this year's Board meeting. which normally takes place in early June, the
year-end audit will not be presented at this meeting. The 2000-0 I audit will start on April 30,
200 I, with final numbers expected by late May. The audit report will then be reviewed by
the CMF Audit &amp; Finance Committee in early June and followed by the CMF Executive
Committee. Copies of the audit will then be mailed to each Board member in late June.
Enclosed are the March 31, 2001 internal financial statements that wi ll be reviewed by the
CMF Audit &amp; Finance Committee on April 30,2001.

Core Operations
Note 1: Member Contributions
Membership dues are based on asset levels for foundations and grant making levels for
Corporate giving programs. The variance from budget is due to a decrease from the W.K.
Kellogg Foundation, which was generously offset by an increase in their Additional
Contribution.

Note 2: Conference Income
The variance from the projected amount of$525,000 is due to the timing of$20,000 in
contributions for family foundation programming, which are anticipated to be received in
200 1-02.

Note 3: Investment Income
The variance from budget is due to the interest income earned on funds received for special
projects.

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Note 4: Wages
$37,000 ofthe variance is due to the COO's position which was filled on 11-20-00. The
remaining variance is due to the following amounts that were allocated to special projects.
Tobacco

IDA
Payout s tudy (data gathering)

$12,600
22,800
7, 114

Note 5: Occupancy
The variance from budget is due to the In-Kind contribution ($8,400) from the Skillman
Foundation for their donation of the Detroit office space. An offsetting entry has been made
to Additio nal Member Contributions.

Note 6: Computer
The variance from the projected amount of $70,000 is due to the timing of work perfo rmed in
upgrading the main data base at CMF, which will fall into 2001-02.
Misc. software &amp; maintenance agreements
TMIS upgrade
Network consulting
Microsoft Office 2000 Upgrade
HP LaserJet 41 OON
Charter Internet Service

$7,042
2 1,668
15,588
3,200
1,799
112

Note 7: Travel
$5,400 of the variance from budget is due to the lease cost associated with a second vehicle,
which in the past had been donated by a member. The increase in airline costs account for
the remaining increase from budget.

Note 8: Conferences &amp; Meetings
The variance from budget is due to the expenses associated with the October 2000 Annual
Conference, which was offset by additional revenue. Thanks to the addition funds provided
from the Dorothy A. Johnson Educational Fund the 2000 Annual Conference broke even.

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Russell G. Mawby Fund
Expenses charged to this fund were:
Directories for Michigan Legislature
Michigan Gives
D. Johnson work on Payout Study
Foundation Center Directory Data for Legislators
Strategic Planning
4-10-00 K-12 Funders meeting
C lear Porter Novelli estimate not paid

$4,640
6,700
6,250
4,959
32,475
2,975
(7,500)

Dottie Johnson Educational Endowment Fund

Conference Expenses
This fund was used to support speaker expense for the Annual Conference. The major
expenses charged to this fund were Robert Kennedy, Jr. and the artists-in-residence.

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Council of Michigan Foundations &amp; Supporting Organizations
Consolidated Balance Sheet
March 31 , 2001

I
II Supporting Organizations
Michigan

CMF
Core &amp;
Special
Projects
ASSETS
Cash &amp; Equivalents
Investments
Grants Receivable
Due From Other Funds
Property. Plant &amp; Equipment- Net
Other Assets
Total. Assets

LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable
Other Liabilities
Grants Payable
Total Liabilities
NET ASSCTS (FUND BALANCE)
Unrestricted &amp; Temp Restrict.
Endowment Funds
KYIP Fund
Total Net Assets
Total Liabilities &amp; Net Assets

dlindberg/fsstate/fs00-01 IFs0331 0 1.xls-1

$5,346,873
2,517,329
977,159
499,528
26,580
$9,367,469

Endowment
Funds
$125,509
8,913,720
(23,752)

$9,015,477

$7,174.116
11,295.816
(1 ,004,387)
15,954
1,185
$17,482,684

$310.746
788,554
50,980

$1,150,280

$

$910,882
29,353
940,235

AIDS
Fund

MCFV

$
0

8,427,234

35,682

193,897
193,897

280,729
316,411

17.288.787

833,869

Total
$12,957,244
20,209,536
3.305,883
0
515.482
27.765
$37,015,910

$946.564
0
503,979
1,450,543

8,427,234

9.015,477

17,288,787

833.869

26,549,890
9,015,477
0
35.565,367

$9,367,469

$9.015,477

$17,482,684

$1,150,280

$37,015.910

9,015,477

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Council of Michigan Foundations &amp; Supporting Organizations
Consolidated Statement of Activities and Changes In Net Assets
4-1-00 to 3-31-01

Council o f M ichigan Foundations
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CMF

Core

Of!!ratlons
Revenues
Member Contnbuhons
Addrtional Member Conlrobutions
Other Grants
Conference Income
PUI&gt;Ilcatlons &amp; Llbfary Services
Other lnoome
Investment Income
Total Revenues
Program/Admin Expenses
Salat1es &amp; Benehts

Occupancy
Telephone
Equopment lease &amp; Maontonance
Postage
Supplies
Insurance
Equopment &amp; Furniture
Oepteclalion
Computer
AsSOCiilioon Dues
BookS &amp; SubscnptJOns
Pubhcallons &amp; Printing
Professional &amp; Contracted Services
Travel
T ralning &amp; Setn~nars

Conference &amp; Meebng
Galnl(loss) Sate of Fotes Assets
Overhead Charged to Spe¢al Projec
Total Program/Admln
GRANTS
Challenge Grants
M•n•ill&lt;lnts
Team Up/Arlit Oeai/Coltaborellve
Computer
Other Grants
Total Grants

s

700,935
234,950
7,808
503.339
87,301
98
129,558
1,663,989

605.772
39.246
25,951
3,601
34,983
31.636
5,429
8.265
49,464
15.S72
7,048
99.560
32,327
38,790
11,020
547,495

Speci al
ProJecl.t

E.n dowmenl
Funds

s17.050,280

64,787

1.1110
4 ,197

245

153,756
17,209,843

(1,041.615)
(976.583!

735.101
22,304
6.906
24,707
19,495

14.473

9
(7,885)
81 ,910
(21.906)

980
13,958
46,258
916,201
66,272
8,210
133,584

6,640
6,700
36,978
3,021
48,090

262
i9,328)
1.547.011

9,328
2,077.894

115,900

CMF
Total

$700,935
234,950
17,122.875
504,949
91 .743
98
(758,301)
17.897,249

1,355,348
61 ,550
32,857
28.508
54.458
31.636
5.438
560
27.558
16,552
27,646
154,518
985,504
126.083
19,230
729.169
262
3 658 895

Supporting Organizations
Michigan
AI OS
MCFV
fund

$263,855
52,643
11,543
67.739
1960.591 )
(584,811)

418,644
925
18,669
1,389
17,067
14.268
2.443

$1 ,498,449

20,051
1,518.500

25,851
9 J25
4,842
3.376
930

12,817,604
12,817,604

Excess Revenues Over Expenditures

116,978

2.314.14:5

BegoMong Net Assets
Transfer from MCFV
Excess Revenues Over Expendilures
Ending Net Assets

983,1162

5,012,149

116.978
$1 ,100.940

2.314,1 4 5
$7,326,29.4

$700,935
234,950
18,885.119
557 592
103 286
67 837
(1 718.841)
18 830.936

1 799 841
62475
E0951
29897
76.367
49 280
8811
580

26826
9415
85
3 ,451
32.105
826,567
41 ,888
8466
124 305

34.722
439,405
12.361
1,265
8.637

2 251 476
182.332
28 961
881111

1 546 513

547.114

5 725 434

5440
860

42413
17497
31.097
221 '\45

728 841

726,841
20,710

0
0
0
0
0
0

Comb10ed
Total

20.710

12,817,804
12.817.804

63.526
419,745
1,232.822

684,091
664 ,091

63 526
13 921 640
14 734 717

(1.092.483)

1.338,640

(3.364,146)

287 295

(1738 211)

9.727.584
380.376
(1.092.483)
$9,015,477

15,723,695
380.376
1,338,640
$17,442,711

21,033.309
(360.376)
(3.364, 146)
$17,288,787

546.574

37 303578

287.295
$833,869

(1 ,738.211 )
$35.565,367

�Council of Michigan Foundations
Core Operations
Internal Statement of Activities
4-01-00 to 3-31-01

Revenues
Member Contributions
Additional Member Contributions
Other Grants
Conference Income
Publications &amp; library Services
Other Income
Investment Income
Total Revenues

-

12 Month
Budget
2000-01

12 Month
Actual
3/31/01

12 Month
Projected
3/31/01

730,000
225,000

$700,935
234 ,950
7,808
503,339
87,301
98
129,558
1,663,989

$692,000
230,000
9.800
525,000
88,000
1,000
110,000
1,655.800

Note 1

605,772
39,246
25,951
3,801
34,963
31,636
5,429
8,265
49,464
15,572
7,048
99,560
32,327
38,790
11,020
547,495
(9,328)
1,547,011

645,000
41,000
30,000
4 ,600
43,000
33,000
6,000
18,000
70.000
16,000
6,500
102 ,000
39,000
32,000
5,000
552 ,000
(9,300)
1,633,800

Note 4
Note 5

400,000
82,000
60,000
1,497,000

Program/Admin Expenses
Wages
681,000
Occupancy
34,000
Telephone
3 1,000
Equipment Lease &amp; Maintenance
4,600
Postage
45,000
Supplies
31 ,000
Insurance
7,900
Equipment &amp; Furniture
19,000
Computer
34,000
Association Dues
16,000
Books &amp; Subscriptions
6,500
Publications
105,000
Professional &amp; Contracted Services
45,000
Travel
25,000
Training &amp; Seminars
7,000
Conference &amp; Meeting
420,000
Overhead Allocation Special Projects
Total Program/Admin
1,512,000
Grants
Challenge Grants
Mini-grants
Team Up/First Deal/Collaborative
Computer
Other Grants
Total Grants

23

0

0

0

Excess Revenues Over Expenditures

(15,000)

116,978

22,000

Beginning Net Assets
Excess Revenues Over Expenditures
Ending Net Assets

983,962
(15,000)
968,962

983,962
116,978
$1 ,100,940

983,962
22,000
$1,005,962

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Note 3

Note 6

Note 7
Note 8

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CMF Endowment Funds
Consolidated Statement of Activities and Changes In Net Assets
4-1-00 to 3-31-01

A llen
Fund
Revenues
Member Contnbutlons
AddollCOaf Member Contribuliotls
Other Grants
Conference Income
Publlcarlons &amp; Library Services
Othe&lt; Income
lnvesunent lnalfll8
Torat Revenues

Mawby
Fund
For Klda

s

$

$

Endowment Funds
Johnson
EducaUonal
Fund

Russell G.
Mawby
Fund

s

s

63.687

Community
Foundation
Endowment

12 Month

12 Month

To~t

Budl!et

s

$

1.100

so

64 787

245

12Month
Projected

76400

245

300
75.000

j15.607!
48.080

j190.680!
!190.435!

Program/Admln Expenses
Wages

!94.776)
(94.776)

14,373

j80.989)
!79.889)

j659.564)
!659.5641

100

(1,041.816)
(976.584)

14,473

847.000

847.000

151.700

24,000

15.000

Occupancy
Telephone
EQuipment lease &amp; Maintenance
Posrage
Supphes
Insurance
EQuopmenl &amp; Fumolure
Computer
Association Dues
Books &amp; Subscriptions
Pubhcabons &amp; Pnnbng
Professional &amp; Conrnlded Services
Travel
Training &amp; Semonar.1
conrerence &amp; Meeung
Total Program/Admin

500

2.000

4,640
6,700
36,976

2.600

6,640
6700

36,976
421

3,021

5,000
10,000
43.000
6.600

2.000
10.000
30.000

3.600

500

4,600

4.407
52,723

4,Qg2
18.886

39.592
39.692

Excess Revenues Over Expenditures

43.480

(243,t 58)

(113,662)

(119,581)

Begonntng Net Assets
Transfer from Other Assets
Excess Revenues over Expenditures
Ending Net Assets

130,154

1,684,445

48.091
115.901

49.000
138.600

56.000
116,600

(1.092485)

708 .400

35 100

9 ,727 5&amp;6
380.376
(1.092.4&amp;5)
$9.015477

9.727.586

9.727.586

GRANTS
Challenge Grants
MonoGrants
Team Up/Flrsr Oeai/Col\abora~ve
Computer Loan
Other Grants
Total Grants

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1.005.606

(659,564)
6.006.907

380.376
43.480

$173.634

!243,158!
$1,441,287

!113.662!
$764,812

pt9,581)
$886.025

(659,564 )
$5.729.719

400.000

708,400

35,100

$10.435,986 $ 10.162.686

�Date:

April 30,2001

Memo to:

CMF Board of Trustees

From:

Herbert (Ted) D. Doan

Re:

CMF 3-31-01 Investment Report

Resolved: That the CMF Board of Trustees accept the March 31,2001 In vestment
Report.
On a quarterly basis, the combined Investment Committee for the Council of Michigan
Foundations (CMF), Michigan Community Foundations' Venture (MCFV) and the
Michigan AIDS Fund (MAF), meet to review the investment perfonnance for the
operating and pennanent endowment funds. The reports contained in this section arc the
return infonnation that will be reviewed by the lnvestment Committee on May I , 200 I .
The enclosed Investment Report has been broken down into three sections.

Investment Performance Report
The bench-mark is based on the targeted asset allocation fonnula listed below.
S&amp;P 500
S&amp;P 400
S&amp;P 600
International
Short Bond
Bond
Cash

40%
10%
6%
14%
IS%
15%
0%

Since the equity portion of the permanent funds is invested in index funds, the variances
from the bench-marks are primarily due to investment management fees, and the variance
in the asset allocation mix from the target established by the Investment Committee and
approved by this Board.

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Asset Allocation Report
The Investment Committee has approved an asset allocation re-balancing policy that
instructs the CMF VP of Finance to rebalance the endowment fund portfolios on a
quarterly basis.
To keep administrative time to a minimum CMF maintains one checking account to pay
all endowment fund expenses. The negative cash balances are due to endowment fund
expenditures from the CMF checking account, which are periodically reimbursed by
transferring cash from the endowment funds back to CMF.
Investment Performance C omparison Report
One of the bench-marks the Investment Committee has been tracking, is the Cambridge
Associates, [nc. pool of colleges, universities, and foundations. Since the release of this
quarterly report typically lags the end of our quarter, by two to three months, the latest
comparative numbers available are December 31, 2000.
The variances from the Cambridge actual one-year rate of returns, are primarily due to
the returns in the venture capital and private equity market, which are categories not
allowed under our current investment po licy. You will note that over a three-year period
the endowment funds that have been fully- invested during this period, track relatively
close to the Cambridge pool.
The Committee will continue to monitor the differences with the Cambridge pool
carefully, and consider adj ustments to the asset allocations where appropriate.

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Council of Michigan Foundations
Permanent Funds
Investment Performance Report
March 31 , 2001

Compound Annual
Two Year
Actual
Bench
Return
Mark
1.68%
2.18%

William Allen Fund

One Year
Actual
Bench
Return
Mark
-1 1.37%
-9.69%

Mawby Endowment Funds

-10.20%

-9.69%

2.78o/o

2.18%

4.45%

417%

-9.84%

-9.69%

2.89%

2 18%

4.55%

4.17%

-10.51%

-9.69%

1.84%

2.18%

4.85%

4.17%

-7.74%

-9.69%

N/A

N/A

Community Found Endowment
KYIP Fund
Johnson Educational Fund

N/A

Bench Mark
Is based on the various indices tha t the portfolio is attempting to duplicate using the
targeted asset allocation adopted by the Investment Committee.

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Three Year
Actual
Bench
Return
Mark
3.80%
417%

N/A

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Council of Michigan Foundations
Asset Allocation
March 31 , 2001
Investment
Balance
3/31 /01

Actual
Asset
Allocation

Targeted
Asset
Allocation

Operating Fu nds
CMF Operating Fund

$6,117.434

100%

100%

MCFYP Operating &amp; Special Projects

$6,243,858

100%

100%

$359,833

100%

100%

Michigan AIDS Fund

Note: All operating funds are invested in money market accounts

End ow ment Funds
Russell G. Mawby Endowment Fund to Improve &amp; Increase Philanthropy
and Ruth &amp; Russ Mawby Fund for Kids
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equrlles

$

(41,116)
774,704
1.493.414
2,227,002

-1.8%
34.8%
67.1%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

($2,744)
33.698
78,990
$109,944

-2.5%
30.7%
71.8%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

$91,489
1,890.828
3,747.400
$5,729,717

1.6"/o
33.0%
65.4%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

$34 ,107
3,788,311
7,503,102
$11 .325,520

03%
33.4%
66.2%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

-1.0%
34.7%
66.3%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

s

William Allon Endowment Fund
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

Community Foundation Endowment
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equrties

KYIP Fund
Cash Equrvalents
Fixed Income
Equrhes

Johnson Educational Fund
Cash Equivalents

-

Fixed Income
Equities

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($8,658)
307,184
587,498
$886,024

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Council of Michigan Foundations &amp; Supporting Organizations
Permanent Funds
Investm ent Performance Comparison Report

12131100

IQuarter Ending 12-31..()()1 I One Year Ending 12-31..00 I IThree Years Ending 12·31.001
Actual
Return

Cambridge
Foundation
Pool

Actual
Return

Cambridge
Foundation
Pool

Actual
Return

Cambridge
Found abOn
Pool

Mawby Funds

-3.05%

·1 . 10%

·079%

3 70%

9.61%

11 20%

Allen Fund

· 2.97%

·110%

·1 35%

3.70%

938%

11 20%

Community Foundation Fund

·2.31%

·110%

-028%

3 70%

g83%

11 20"4

KYIP

·2.97%

·110%

-063%

3.70%

902%

1120%

0 Johnson Educational Fund

NIA

N/A

N/A

NIA

N/A

Bench Marks
Wilshire 5000
S&amp;P 500
LB Aggregate
CPI-U

10 8%
123%
64%
26%

-10.8%
-91%
116%
34%

Note Cambridge returns ere based on a pool of 2n foundations, colleges and univerSities.
Cambndge returns reported are median numbers

Asset AltocaiKln
Cambridge
Pool
US Equities
lnternallonal Equities
Fixed Income
Casn
Other
Total
Other
Real Estate
Venture Capital
Pnvate Equity
Hedge Funds
High Yield Bonds
Oil &amp; Gas Partnerships
Distressed Securities
Arbilrage
Other

• Represents the latest return numbers available from Cambridge.

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42.2%
12.7%
23.6%
4 0%
17 5%
100.0%

3.0%
3.5%
1.7%
5.3%
08%
0.4%
06%
1.7%
0.5%
17.5%

CMF
Target
56.0%
14.0%
300%
00%
0.0%
1000%

N/A

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TAB 10

April 26, 2001
Memo to:

Ranny R.iecker, Chair, &amp; Board of Trustees

From:

Russell G. Mawby and Kathryn A. Agard

Re:

Update on Learning to Give

As Attachment A - the progress report indicates, great activity is taking place at Learning
to Give. Because the majority of current fund ing ends between December 31, 200 l and
March 3 l , 2002, the Steering Committee is focusing on funding strategies. This memo
provides brief highlights on these funding strategies. We will have more news to share at
the Board Meeting.
I.
Federal Government
We have retained the fmn of Alcalde &amp; Fay that is working with us on federal funding of
a five million dollar, two-year, nine-state pilot. The pilot is summarized in Attachment
B. Congressmen Ehlers, Hoekstra, Upton and Kildee are all being most helpful in our
efforts to have this fund ed as part of the President's expanded funding for character
education. An invitation has been extended to First Lady Laura Bush to serve as
Honorary Chair of a National Advisory Committee. Alcade &amp; Fay has a focus on
educational issues and serve as lobbyists for Grand Valley State University and the
Houston Public Schools.

II.
Corporate
Discussions are underway with Ogilvie Worldwide and two of their clients about possible
funding for the leamingtogive.org website. The goal is to have an interactive website that
can provide online professional development for teachers interested in being better
prepared to deliver the Learning to Give lesson plans as part of their daily classroom
work.
III.
Foundation Funding
Bill Richardson, who is also Chair of the Council on Foundations, aided Kathy and Rob
Collier in providing a briefing for Dot Ridings, President of the Council on Foundations,
on her March 22 visit to Michigan. Kathy and Rob are working with Dot's staff to
develop a communications strategy for helping to raise the awareness of Learning to Give
within the philanthropic community.
Requests are being submitted to present funders, such as the Lilly Endowment.
Anonymous, and Kaufman for continued support. In addition, we are approaching
regional funders for support in five of the targeted states identified in the federal
initiative. As Dottie Johnson has pointed out, the stars seem to be a ligned with
Washington, and we need to develop "passion partners" with foundations in five key
states. We look forward to discussing these strategies wilh you at the Board meeting.

�42

Council of Michigan Foundations

ATTACHMENT A

Learning to Give
Progress Update
Units and Lessons
Themes:
A proposal to support the establishment of a national level content advisory
committee has been approved by The Fetzer Institute. The first committee will meet
in early October 2001 . The committee will review the philanthropy strands,
standards and benchmarks; agree to write about the project in their professional
journals; and represent the project on occasion.
Lessons
Grades

Units
Web-site
March
2001

K-2

3-5
6-8

9-12
Total

44
71
42
71
228

Web-site
Sept.

Grades

Web-site
March
2001

2000

Web-site
September

2000

25
28

K-2

10
41
104

3-5
6-8
9-12

9
18

5
6
1
11

Total

62

23

10
15

Piloting: The summer institute teachers continue to pilot lessons in their
classrooms.
Summer Writers: Sixteen teachers each are scheduled to write lessons and units
targeted to complete the unexplored benchmarks this summer.
Fairness Review: Three meetings were held of the Fairness Review Committee
{five days of meetings in total) . The Committee was expanded to include new
members. They have reviewed all of the new lessons. Subsequent meetings are
scheduled in July and August to review the new summer lessons, and to complete
evaluation of the draft test questions.
Field-testing: Continues. Field-test teachers' comments continue to be very
positive. A new and sophisticated database tracking system is being completed. This
will provide an easy platform for analysis of return rates, teacher participation, and
other key management data regarding field-testing .
Publication of Lessons: Lessons continue to be published and sold, as well as
available for free on the web.
Parent Involvement: National research on Parent Involvement, sponsored by the
McGregor Fund, is completed. Small group discussions were held with separate
parenUcaregiver groups and teacher groups at Van Zile Elementary School and
Chadsey High School of the Detroit Public School District; and with elementary and
secondary parents/caregivers and teachers in the Southfield Public Schools. Family
involvement strategies have been added to the new lessons and will now be

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included as a part of the teacher professional development this summer. Two
publications are under development. The first is a technical report written for
educators, the second is a "user friendly" report written for parents and other
interested parties.

Teacher Support Materials
White House Conference Video-tape: Through the leadership of CMF, the South
Carolina Public Broadcasting Station edited a video of the White House Conference
on Philanthropy. The video and a high school lesson, and middle school lesson are
being distributed to school principals in Michigan for placement in their building
resource center.
Briefing Papers
Papers have been written by graduate students at Indiana University, and Grand
Valley State University. These papers are currently being received from the fall
semester. It is anticipated another 20-25 papers will be added to the Web site by
June.
In addition, the first major review of literature "Great Expectations" is completed. This
review analyzes the philanthropic themes expressed in the book. Two English
teachers have been recruited to continue this type of analysis, helping to build the
teacher resources beyond the social studies.
High School Textbook: A proposal for a high school level textbook, student
workbook, teacher workbook, and CD-ROM has been funded by the Charles Stewart
Mott Foundation through a challenge grant. Proposals to meet the challenge have
been sent. Once funding is secured, there is an eighteen month schedule for the
writing . Preliminary conversations are also underway with potential publishers.
Other Teacher Materials: Teacher resources continue to be developed including:
The newest teacher support materials are vignettes, with pictures, of the founders of
major foundations nationally and in Michigan. These vignettes bring a human face
to the work of foundations. We will continue to build this resource.
Pilot Schools
Pilot schools are buildings that have committed to teaching lessons at each grade
level within at least one building in their district. Dr. Dennis VanHaitsma has been
representing LTG in recruiting the pilot schools. Currently twenty schools have either
made the commitment or are in the final stages of seeking approval and will begin
piloting the lessons in the fall.
Assessment
The standardized tests have been framed regarding length and type of questions.
Draft questions at grades 5, 8, and 11 have been written for benchmarks in themes 1
and 2 (Definition of Philanthropy and Philanthropy and Civil Society). Themes 3 and
4 are currently being reviewed . The Fairness Review Committee will be evaluating
the questions this summer.

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Professional iOevelopment
Masters Degree in Philant hropy Education
Ferris State University is very interested in developing a Masters Degree in
Education with a concentration in philanthropy. Many of the classes will be offered
online, providing the opportunity for all of our field-test teachers across the country to
participate. An initial potential pool of PhD level adjunct faculty members is currently
being recruited. During the next few months the program will be designed for
submission to Ferris for final consideration.
Continuing Education and Graduate Credit
Continuing Education and Graduate Credit will be offered for the summer institutes
at Olivet College (graduate credit through Central Michigan University).
Summer Residential Institutes and in-service professional development for
Teachers scheduled
Olivet College
June 17-19
30 Teachers
Olivet College
June 28-30
Writing completion workshop
Case Western
June 24-27
30 northern Ohio teachers
DISSEMINATION
Web s ite
A new and sophisticated search engine has been added to the site. This allows a
teacher to sort lessons by grade level, philanthropy theme, Michigan Content
Standard, or key word . You might want to visit the site to see this great new
addition . The contract with MSU for web-design was extended through June 2001
Print
A new monograph "Learning to Give" was produced for family foundations.
Direct Consultation
Provide direct consultation to Michigan Department of Education Service-learning
grantee school districts
GOVERNANCE, FUNDING AND MANA GEMENT
Youth Advisory Committee: Working through the Youth Board of MCFYP,
volunteer young people are forming a "virtual" community to provide initial review
and feedback on the Web-site.

Offices: The LTG offices will be moved in June from the administration building of
the Muskegon Area Intermediate School District to a classroom building nearby.
This provides larger office space and more privacy.
Staffing: Judy Wright, founding Executive Secretary for LTG, was married on March
3, 2001 . Her new married name is Judy McAlister. In addition, Judy will be retiring
effective March 31 , 2001. Judy's position has been filled by Marla Touzel.

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Grants Received:
Charles Stewart Matt Foundation Textbook Challenge
Michigan Community Service Commission
Contract for service-learning support
Fetzer Institute
National Content Advisory Committee
Grants Pending:
Surdna Foundation

Textbook Challenge

$100,000
43,500
150,000

150,000

Evaluation:
The second, three-year evaluation has been designed. The components include:
teacher surveys, teacher journals, stakeholder interviews, and analysis of student
work.
Strategic Partnerships
Completed
Partnerships/Endorsements

National Forum of RAGS
Association of Fundraising Professionals

National Council for Black Philanthropy

Educational Endorsements Underway
Social Science Education Consortium
Educators for Social Responsibility
Center for Civ1c Education
National Council for Social Studies
Education Commission for the States
National Education AssociatiOn
American Federation of Teachers
National Alliance of Business
National Alliance for Civic Education
National Association for the Education of
Young Children
National Middle Schools Association

Independent Sector•
Council on Foundations•
National Council of Nonprofit Associations•
United Way of America
Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy, Urban
Institute

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ATTACHMENT B

Learning to Give
A National Demonstration P r oposal

L earnitJg to Give is a public-private partnership worki ng to assist K-12 educators in teaching as
part of their daily curriculum, the core democratic values of voluntary citizen participation serving and charitable giving - for the common good. By teaching the "civic face" of good
character, Learni11g to Give is educating the next generation of leaders about opportunities offered
by the nonprofit sector, a sector representing 13% of the US economy.
More than 900 teachers in 30 states are now using 500 plus lesson plans created and tested by
teachers in Michigan and Missouri. The response from teachers has been overwhelmingly positive.

"Students need to know that I heir acts have value in aiding their
neighbors, their community. and their world," third grade teacher.
National and regional private foundations have invested more than $3 million to date in Learning
to Give, and there is strong interest in continuing to develop lesson plans on philanthropy and the
nonprofit sector. However, the help of the federal government is needed in distributing and
promoting the use of these lesson plans so that more of our children can benefit from the value that
giving and serving add to character education.
Signs suggesting a decline in civic engagement in our society can be seen in a demise of courtesy
in commonplace transactions (road rage); in a declining commitment to family (too little time spent
with children); in a lack of community spirit (neighborhoods where people keep to themselves);
and in political disengagement across the land (empty voting booths and public cynicism about
current affairs). Several major national studies confirm the reality of these impressions. The role
of an educated citizenry knowledgeable and committed to individual rights and community
responsibility is centerpiece of the belief system that holds the nation together.
Designed by active classroom teachers, the Learning to Give lessons are teacher-tested and
standards-based through a rigorous quality assurance process assuring fairness, age
appropriateness, and adaptability. Service-learning is incorporated as a part of every unit. The
lessons, with teacher and student resource materials, are offered for free on the Leamingtogive.org
website. The lessons can also be freely used by youth educators, religious instructors, or others
interested in citizen education in democracy.

LearnitJg to Give seeks $5 million in federal support for a two year, nine state pilot.
Leveraging continued private foundation funds, this is the next step in providing teachers in every
K-12 classroom with easy to use lessons on giving and serving through state-based and locally
designed implementation strategies.
Working through universities in California, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New
Hampshire, Texas, and Wisconsin, Learning to Give will partner to provide the materials, teacher
professional development, technical support, and additional fund-raising assistance needed to

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assure the infusion of the lessons in grades K-12 of at least twenty school districts in each of these
states.
Interested. univ~rsities will be selected in these states because of both their strong graduate
programs m philanthropy and nonprofit management and undergraduate programs in K-12 teacher
preparation. The results from investing in these eight demonstration states will include:
•

1.400 teachers using the lessons in 140 new pilot school districts (districts integrating the
content in to their K- 12 curriculum)

•

70,000 K-12 students participating in two or more units of study on giving and serving each
year

•

540 new publications to s upport classroom learning (briefing papers, posters, and other
collateral materials)

•

450 new Teacher-Consultants (classroom teachers prepared to provide peer education on
Learning to Give through workshops and in-service seminars)

•

500 new lesson plans related to giving and serving

•

28 new underg raduate education courses for pre-service teachers focused on the role of
citizen participation-giving and serving-in a democracy

•

52 new internship opportunities for teachers and nonprofit graduate students to work
directly in the nonprofit field

While based in Muskegon Michigan, Leaming to Give has been endorsed by a number of national
organizations including the Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, the National Association
of School Boards, the National AJliance of Business CoaJjtion for Education Reform, and the
National Council for Social Studies. A national advisory committee of key representatives from
the public, private, and non-profit sectors is being formed to complement the core technical
committee that has representatives from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards,
the Indiana University Center on Philanthropy and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. An invitation
has been extended to First Lady Laura Bush to be honorary chair of tbe National Committee.

L earni11g to Give commits to continuing to provide lessons and other products to teachers,
students, parents, and community leaders for free via the Internet as a model of the process and
benefits of"voluntary citizen action intended for the common good"-philanthropy. This is only
possible through the financial support of the federal government in this unique public -private
partnership.
"I hope to help my students develop a sense oftheir function in their communities.
It is an essential task in a world needing to maintain community", a high school teacher.
For more information about L eaming to Give and details on this proposed partnership with the
Federal Government, please contact Dr. Kathryn Agard, Executi ve Director at 23 1-767-7206 or
email her at kagard@remc4.kl2.mi.us.

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Date:

April 27, 2001

Memo to:

Board of Trustees

From:

Gilbert Hudson, Chair, Membership Committee

Re:

Membership Report

I.

Total of Approved Members as of 1130/01

483

II.

Applications for Membership r eceived since 1/30/01

+14

Ill.

Approved at February 15, 2001 Board Meeting - 5

Family Foundation:
David A. Brandon Foundation, Ann Arbor
David A. Brandon, President
The CampbeU Fund, Ann Arbor
Brian P. Campbell, President
Klopcic Family Foundation, Grand Rapids
Donald L. Klopcic, Jr., Vice President
The McLoughlin Family Foundation, Cassopolis
Michael T. McLoughlin, President
T he Jamison Williams Foundation, Birmingham
R. Jamison Williams, Jr., President
IV.

Applications since February 15, 2001 - 9

Family Foundation:
The Barber Foundation, Kentwood
Gerald Barber, President
Tom &amp; Sarah Borman Found ation, Birmingham
Johanna Borman, Vice President
Buhr Foundation, Ann Arbor
Martha Grimes, President
Lila Cherri Foundation, Troy
Lila Cherri, President
Sehn F oundation, Bloomfield Hills
Barbara Sehn Day, Manager
Shubeck Mansour Foundation, Kalamazoo
Michael Shubeck, Director
Skendzel Family Foundation, Traverse City
Jean M. Skendzel, President
Jerry L. &amp; Marcia D. Tubergen Foundation, Grand Rapids
Jerry L. Tubergen, President and
Marcia D. Tubergen, Vice President
Public Foundation:
Michigan State Bar Foundation , Lansing
Linda K Rexer, Executive Director

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Membership Report
April 27, 200 I
Page Two

v.

Memberships Terminated After 1/30/01

- 6

ANR Pipeline Company
(company closed)
AT&amp;T
(no office in Michigan, not using CMf services)
AXA/Equitable
(moved corporate giving out of state)
Patricia A. &amp; William E. LaMothe Foundation
(not using CMF services)
Noble County Community Foundation
(not using CMF services)
William Lyon Phelps Foundation
(moved out of state)

VI.

Total Membership as of 4/27/01

491

Current membership composition is as follows:
Private:
Family Foundations
lndependentFoundations
Community:
Foundations
Affiliates
Donor-Advised Funds

56@ 11 %
38@ 8%
5@ 1%

Corporate:
Foundations
Giving Programs

34@ 7%
44@ 9%

Public:
Foundations
Donor-Advised Funds
Out-of-State Associate:
Private Foundations
Individual Philanthropist:

VTI.

279

57%

99

20%

78

16%

29

6%

4

1%

2
491

0%
100%

212@43%
67@ 14%

27@ 5%
2@ -0-

4@ 1%
2@ -0491 100%

Total new members for the fiscal year 4/1100 - 3/31101
Total new members since 3/31/01

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April27, 2001
Memo to:

Ranny Riecker, Chair, and Members of the Board ofTrustees

From:

Maureen H. Smyth, Chair, Nominating Committee

Re:

Report of the Nominating Committee

I.

Slate of Officers for 2001-2002

In accordance with the bylaws of CMF, Article IV, Section 2, the Annual Meeting of the Board for
the appointment of officers shall be held during the months of April, May or June each year- the
first meeting after the April I start of the Fiscal Year. Therefore the following slate of officers was
approved by the Nominating Committee today and is presented for your consideration.
There are three changes to note in this slate of officers. First, we are deeply appreciative of the
leadership provided by Ranny during this past two years of transition at CMF and thank David for
his will ingness to be the new Chair. Second, Julie is being recommended for Vice Chair-Private,
instead of Secretary, to replace David in that position. Third, we are recommending that the
position ofSecretaryffreasurer be combined as allowed by the bylaws and appreciate Dick's
willingness to assume both responsibilities. This third recommendation is being made because the
duties of the Secretary are minimal and combining the two positions is common practice according
to the National Center for Nonprofit Boards.

RESOLVED that the following individuals be elected to the offices as specified for a one year
term effective May 11, 2001.
C hair
Vice C hair- Private Foundations
Vice C hair - Community Foundations:
Vice Chair- Corporate:
Secretaryffreasurer
President:

H.

C. David Campbell, President,
McGregor Fund
Julie F. C ummings, Trustee, The Max M. and
Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation
Diana R. Sieger, President, The Grand Rapids
Community Foundation
Lynn A. Feldhouse, Vice President, Secretary,
Daimler Chrysler Corporation Fund
Richard K. Rappleye, Vice President Field
Services, C.S. Mott Foundation
Robert S. Collier , Council of Michigan
Foundations

Nominees for the Class of2004 (Board list attached)

Please submit your recommendations for new Trustee Nominees to Rob Collier. Our goal is to
have a Nominating Committee Meeting in August to approve the slate of nominees for the Class of

2004.

�33

COUNCIL OF MIC HIGAN FOUNDATIONS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
January 200 I
Current Board ofTrustees
Originally
Elected
Class of200 I

(9)

C. David Campbell, President
Lynn A. Feldhouse, V. P./ Sec.
Allan D. Gilmour, President
Neeta M. Delaney. President

McGregor Fund
DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund
The Gilmour Fund
The Jackson County
Community Foundation
Elizabeth Kennedy Fund
Ann K. Irish, Presidentffrustee
Les Cheneaux Community Fund
Olivia P. Maynard, Trustee
W. K. Kellogg Foundation
William C. Richardson, Pres. &amp; CEO
Maureen H. Smyth, Vice Pres. Prog.
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
S. Martin Taylor, V.P. Corp.&amp; Pub. Aff. DTE Energy/
and President
Detroit Edison Foundation
C lass of2002

1995
1997
1998

Jackson
Harbor Springs
Cedarville
Battle C reek
Flint

2000
1995
1998
1995
1992

Detroit

1998

(9)

Gerald K. Smith, President
Julie F. Cummings, Trustee
Richard T. Groos, Trustee
Gilbert Hudson, Chairman
Donald A. Parfet, Treasurer
Richard K. Rappleye, Vice President
Margaret A. Riecker, Chair
Diana R. Sieger, President
Lloyd J. Yeo, President
Class of200J

Detroit
Auburn Hills
Dearborn

Detroit Youth Foundation
Max M. and Marjorie S. Fisher Fdn.
Barry Community Foundation
!Judson-Webber Fuundation
Donald &amp; Ann Parfet Family Fdn.
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation
Harry A. &amp; Margaret D. Towsley Fdn.
1l1e Grand Rapids Community
Foundation
Wickson-Link Memorial Foundation

Detroit
Detroit
Hastings
Detroit
Kalamazoo
Flint
Midland

2000
1996
1999
1996
1991
1996
1998

Grand Rapids
Saginaw

1998
1999

Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Fdn.
Frey Foundation
Guardian Industries Corporation

Midland
Charlevoix
Auburn Hills

1997
2001
1997

Pharn1acia Foundation
Council of Michigan Foundations
The Skillman Foundation

Kalamazoo
Grand Haven
Detroit

2001
1994
1995

Blue Cross Blue Shield
of Michigan Foundation
The Kresge Foundation
Miller, Canfield, Paddock and
Stone, P.L.C.

Detroit

1994

Troy

1997

Detroit

2001

(9)

Herbert D. Doan. Chairman
John M. Frey, Chairman
Ralph J. Gerson, Executive V. P.
James E. Greene, Director Community
Relations &amp; Contributions
RobertS. Collier, President
Kari Schlachtenhaufen,
Interim President/Secretary
Ira Strumwasser, Executive Director
&amp;CEO
Elizabeth C. Sullivan. VP-Program
Amanda Van Dusen, Principal

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April 27, 200 I
Memo to:

Ranny Riecker, Chair, &amp; Members of the Board of Trustees

From:

Rob Collier, President

Re:

President's Report

As the auditors arrive to help us wrap up the past fiscal year, we have a busy month
ahead and look forward to seeing you in Midland on May 10 and II.

Conferences &amp; Meetings
May 1 -55 members will be panicipating in the Michigan Evening as part of the Annual
Conference of the Council on Foundations in Philadelphia.
May 8 - After the monthly meeting of Detroit Area Grantmakers, CMF is partnering with
area members and the affinity group, Grantmakers in Aging, to offer a special seminar
Making Our Communities Senior Friendly.
May 10- The Learning to Give Steering Committee meets in the morning in Midland.
Whi le we have our strategic planning session in the afternoon, Donnell Mersereau will be
working with a fiLm crew on Growing Community Foundations, our new video project.
We are excited to have 83 registrations for the Regional Members Dinner.
May 14- We are assisting Senator Levin in convening grantmakers to discuss two
educational initiatives after he speaks to the Economic Club of Detroit.
May 16-18 -Our New Ventures Project Consultant, Pat Solomon, has organized a day of
seminars for African American attorneys and accountants. as part of the National Black
Philanthropy Conference in Detroit.
May 21 ,22 - Staff are working with our colleagues at the Michigan Nonprofit Association
on Grantmakers/Grantseekers 2001 in Grand Rapids. It is a great agenda that we have
mailed to all members. In addition, we have invited 200 grantmakers from West
Michigan to the closing lunch with Robert Putnam and for an afternoon discussion with
Pat Wysbinski, staff to the Milwaukee Nonprofit Fund- an innovative collaborative
effort.
May 29-3 1 -Brochures have now been mailed for The Heart ofthe Philanthropi!.·t, a
special retreat being presented by the Fetzer Institute. This is a special opportunity for
grantmakers, and we appreciate the Lnstitute's support of this Retreat as well as for a
recent grant to the Learning to Give Project.

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Publications
You will soon be receiving the Spring issue of The Michigan Scene. It is important to
note, as we look at the accomplishments of the past year, that the two websites are
becoming an increasingly important dissemination tool with 32,236 publications
downloaded from cmif.org and 3,278 from mcfyp.org.

Partnerships &amp; Dissemination
As the attached report from Susan Howbert reports, the three Conversations Workshops
for Grantseekers have been a big success. This is an important part of our networking
function. A follow-up summer workshop with the Council on Foundations on
organizational effectiveness is now being planned.
The Joyce Foundation has approved a grant of$55,000 to continue its support of the
Great Lakes Community Foundation Environmental Collaborative. Fifteen shoreline
community foundations will be able to host public policy experts as part of this grant.
A team from the Coalition of Community Foundations for Youth visited Michigan for
two days as part of their effort to develop a National Youth Philanthropy Initiative that
will serve as a technical resource and convenor on this issue.
We are now preparing the first progress report to the Michigan Community Services
Commission on the Tobacco Partnership. As the second attachment I have included a
sample of the 293 grants made in the initial dis tribution of $2.1 million.
CMF Trustee and Kresge Foundation Vice President Elizabeth Sullivan chaired a
productive strategic planning meeting of the Aspen Institute's Michigan Nonprofit
Research Fund. There is consensus that the relationship with Aspen should continue but
the Fund needs a home io Michigan instead of Washington. We are going to explore how
CMF can do more to promote the results of the research commissioned by the Fund.
I enjoyed speaking to the Marquette Economic Club on April 16 and met with the
Executive Committee of the Upper PenLnsula Community Foundation Alliance. Their
strategic planning process, facilitated by Pete Christ from Battle Creek, is going well.
There is consensus on continuing the "Hub" backroom operation that is helping with
economies of scale.

Staffing
I am pleased to share that Kari Pardoe, a Junior at Central Michigan University, member
of the MCFYP Committee, and alumnae of the Marshall Community Foundation YAC
will be our Mawby Intern this summer. She starts on May 7 and looks forward to
attending the Board Meeting. We will also have Jamal Chilton, a student at Duke and
alum of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation YAC, with us on a part-time basis.

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Sample Tobacco Settlement Partnership Grants
Midland Community Foundation
Gladwin-Human Aid
The grant supports creation of the Gladwin County Youth Tobacco Prevention Resource
Center- a "one-stop shopping" collection of resources for community lay people as well
as education professionals. The initial stage of this project includes l ) a resource library
(pamphlets, books, videos, visual aids and teaching resources) available at a central
location for everyone to use, 2) community education (local tobacco prevention specialist
would be available to present material to parents and groups, as well as a speaker brought
in for training parents, educators and other community members interested in youth
tobacco issues), and 3) a marketing campaign (to promote library, trainings, and a general
awareness of youth tobacco issues).
Cadillac Community Foundation
Cadillac-Wexford County Council on Aging
Michigan Emergency Pharmaceutical Program for senior citizens, which provides
fmancial assistance for purchasing prescription drugs to needy elderly people.
C harlevoix Community Foundation
Northwest Community Health Agency
The Alveoli Adventure: This interactive tobacco prevention program teaches youth about
the harmful effects of smoking and tobacco use; students sit inside an inflated model of a
lung and Jearn about the respiratory system
G r and Haven Community Foundation
Grand Haven Public schools
5th grade students will do an animated movie that portrays the effects of smoking
Grand Traverse Regiona l Community Foundation
Kalkaska Area Interfaith Resources
Supporting emergency pharmacy, respite and food for seniors in this rural County.
Community Foundation of the HoUand/Zceland Area
Holland-Evergreen Commons
Support for door to door transportation services for frail or health-impaired adults LO the
Evergreen Commons Adult Day Care Program. This five-day per week service will be
offered to those within the Holland and Zeeland counties. Lack of adequate
transportation to and from the day care program will be reduced by 75%, as a reason for
non-participation.
Monroe C ommunity Foundation
Monroe County Opportunity Program
Expansion of the Unmet Emergency Needs Program to include the need for glasses,
hearing aids, and dental care for seniors.

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Rochester Area Community Foundation
Rochester-Older Person's Commission
To expand current courses at the Older Persons Center including strength training, tai chi,
yoga, low impact aerobic, muscles in motion and balance and strength.
Community Foundation for Southeastern Michigan
Detroit-Michigan Opera Theatre
Support for additional performances of the outreach opera project, "The Night Harry
Stopped Smoking," which helps elementary children understand how their dreams can be
threatened by smoking.
Upper Peninsula Community Foundation Alliance
Houghton-Wisconsin-Upper Peninsula Substance Abuse Services
Support for an Improvisational Youth Theatre Troupe, developing performances that
address youth risk factors.

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Council of Michigan Foundations
February 15, 2001
The meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF)
was held at the University of Michigan, Michigan Union, in Ann Arbor, Mi.chigan, on
Thursday, February I 5, 2001, pursuant to written notice duly given. The meeting was
called to order at I 0:08 a.m. by Margaret A. (Ranny) Riecker, Chair.
Trustees and officers present in addition to Ms. Riecker:
Gilbert Hudson
C. David Campbell
RobertS. Collier
Olivia (Libby) P. Maynard
Julie F. Cummings
Richard K. Rappleye
Neeta M. Delaney
Gerald K. Smith
Herbert D. Doan
Maureen H. Smyth
Lynn A. Feldhouse
Ira Strurnwasser
John Frey
Elizabeth C. Sullivan
Ralph J. Gerson
Amanda VanDusen
RichardT. Groos
Lloyd J. Yeo
Special guests and CMF staff:
Glen Jack, Executive Director, Michigan AIDS Fund
Leonard W. Smith, Chair, Michigan AIDS Fund
Robert Tobin, Williams Group
Heather Young, Williams Group
Susan Cuddington, Executive Assistant to the President
Jeri Fischer, Director of Membership Services
Sandra Katt, Assistant Vice President. Corporate Services and Education
David R. Lindberg, Vice President of Finance &amp; Administration
Gail Powers-Scbaub, Director of Technology and Informational Services
Vicki Rosenberg, Vice President &amp; Chief Operating Officer

I. ACTION ITEMS
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the October 2, 2000 Board of Trustees meeting were presented for
approval .

Upon motion duly made, supported , and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the October 2, 2000 Board of Trustees minutes be accepted
as presented.

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February 15,2001
Page 2

Treasurer's Report

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Mr. Rappleye presented the December 31, 2000 Financial Statements for CMF and its
two supporting organizations. He noted that the in-kind contribution from the Skillman
Foundation for the Detroit office space is now reflected as requested in the October
Board meeting. Dave Lindberg reported that with the approval of the Finance Committee
an overhead allocation has been developed and will be applied to special projects such as
the Tobacco Settlement and the lOA project.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the Council of Michigan Foundations' Board ofTrustees
approve the December 31, 2000 Financial Statements as recommended by the
CMF Audit and Finance Committee.
Investment Report
Mr. Doan presented the December 31, 2000 Investment Report.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that Council of Michigan Foundations' Board of Trustees
accept tbc December 31, 2000 Investment Report.
Membership Report
Gil Hudson, Membership Committee Chair, introduced Jeri Fischer, Director of
Membership Services, to give the Membership Committee report. She noted that since
the printing of the Board book, five new farrtily foundation member applications have
been received, and that one corporate member, ANR Pipeline Company, is no longer in
business. CMF's total membership, as of2/14/0l , is 487. A list of potential new
members in Michigan was distributed to Board Members, and they were asked to contact
one foundation on the list if they know a contact person or board member.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the report of the Membership Committee be accepted as
presented, with the addition of the following new CMF Members noted:
David A. Brandon Foundation, Ann Arbor
Klopcic Family Foundation, Grand Rapids
Jamison Williams Foundation, Birmingham
Benjamin &amp; Marion Bregi Foundation, Traverse City
The Campbell Fund, Ann Arbor
Lila Cherri Foundation, Troy

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February 15,2001
Page 3

Executive Committee
The minutes of the January 24, 200 l Executive Committee were presented.

Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the minutes of the January 24, 2001 Executive Committee
be accepted as presented.
Budget

Mr. Rappleye presented the CMF Budget Summary 2001-02, previously reviewed by the
CMF Executive and Audit &amp; Finance Committee. The Board discussed the proposed
membership contribution category changes and there was consensus to postpone any
changes until a complete membership dues structure review could be completed. An
analysis of the Council on Foundation's dues structure compared to CMF's will be
included in the review.

Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved it was
RESOLVED that the Council of Michigan Foundations' Board of Trustees
approves the 2001-02 Budget as recommended by the CMF Executive and
Audit &amp; Finance Committees, with the exclusion of Note A: Member
Contributions.
Plan of Work

Mr. Collier reviewed the Results of the 2000-2001 Plan of Work to date, and presented
the proposed 2001-2002 Plan ofWork (attached) as reviewed and approved by the
Executive Committee.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the 2001 -02 Plan of Work be accepted as presented.
Government Relations Report
Ms. Riecker reponed on another successful Capitol Hill visit to Washington that included
22 CMF representatives, who visited a11 of the Senators and Representatives, except
Senator Dingell, who was in a day-long meeting. The group received a positive response
from the legislators, and key discussion items were: simplification of the excise tax,
repeal of the estate tax, the lRA charitable Rollover, and the charitable Non-Itemizer.
Committee Co-chair Libby Maynard distributed a memo reafftrming CMF' s
recommended position on the Federal Excise Tax on private foundations. It was noted
that action was being requested as a result of the successful Washington visit.

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February 15, 200 I
Page 4

Government Relations Report Cont'd
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED tbat CMF support a reduction in tbe excise tax to a flat one
percent, instead of tbe present complicated formula, and further support
efforts by Congressman David Camp to introduce legislation to attain this
goal.
Ms. Maynard informed the Board ofCMF's new opportunity to use the services of
Patrick Babcock, Director of Public Policy for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. M r.
Babcock will spend approximately 40 percent o f his time working with CMF on public
policy issues. A Public PoHcy Committee job description was also distributed to Board
members (attached). Mr. Collier noted that tbe intent oftbe committee is to promote
dialogue with legislators, but not to take positions on legislative issues.

Upon motion duly made, supported, a nd unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED tbat CMF create a Public Policy Committee.
Chair Riecker excused herself from the meeting at this time a nd asked Vice-Chair David
CampbeLl to serve as Chair for the balance of tbe meeting

II.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

29th Annual Conference Update

Conference Co-chair Julie Cummings updated the Board on the 291h Annual Confere nce
to be held October 3 1 -November 2, at the Marriott Renaissance Hotel, in Detroit. The
first meeting of the Program Commi ttee is scheduled for February 201h and the first Host
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Committee Meeting will be March 13 h.

Learning to Give Report
Rob Collier informed the Board that the Bush Administration has shown a strong interest
in the Learning to Give K-12 Project as well as Governor Engler. The new publications
for fami ly foundations, Learning to Give, was unveiled at the Family Foundations
Conference in C hicago on February 12.

President's Report

Mr. Coll ier noted CMF's successfullnvestment Sem inar held in Novi. and the upcoming
Finance &amp; Administrative Seminar, scheduled March 16th, in Lansing. Dot Ridings,
COF President, will speak on March 22 at the City Club in Lansing; all board members
are invited. Rob reviewed the new publications included in the Board book: the 2001
edition of the Survey ofMichigan Foundation Philamhropy and Selling the Record
Straight on Michigan 's Nonprofit Community.

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February 15, 200 I
Page 5

President's Report Cont'd

CMF will be distributing a video of the White House Conference on Philanthropy,
featuring Dottie Johnson, to every middle and high school library in the state of
Michigan. Rob introduced Leonard Smith who introduced the Michigan AIDS Fund's
new Executive Director, Glen Jack.
Neeta Delaney provided an update on the marketing and branding activities of Michigan
Community Foundation's Venture with community foundations. She noted examples of
the ad campaign, and reported that forty-five of the fifty-six current CMF community
foundation members have met the operating standards required to participate in the
campaign. The R&amp;D lncubator Committee is now being formed to continue this work.
Strategic Planning Session w/ Bob Tobin, Williams G roup

Mr. Tobin highlighted CMF's Strategic Plan-to-date:
The five priority areas identified are:
I . Focus on customer, build product into every service, service into every product
2. Broker partnerships/collaborations between sectors
3. Advocate effectively with state government
4. Provide leadership for best practices
5. Attract and meet the needs of the next generation
One focus group has been conducted consisting of a mixed group of members facilitated
by Karen Tice of FERA. Each member tilled out a profile, so we know what
organization is represented. The member survey will be mailed in March, both
electronically and via hard copy, to our core membership list, requesting a response from
one staff member and one trustee from each o rganization. Some preliminary survey
responses are expected in time for the March 22"d Executive Committee meeting, along
with results from the first Focus Group. The next full-Board Strategic Planning session
will held the afternoon of May 10, prior to the Regional Members' Meeting, at the
Ashman Court Hotel, in Midland.
The next regularly-scheduled meeting of the CMF Board ofTrustees, will take place May
10 &amp; II , 2001 , at the Ashman Court Hotel, in Midland.
There being no further business to come before the board, Vice-Chair David Campbell
adjourned the meeting at 2:45p.m.

Chair

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President

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Date:

April 27,2001

Memo to:

Ranny Riecker, Chair, and Members of the Board of Trustees

From:

Rob Coltier &amp; Vicki Rosenberg

Re:

Additional Support for Strategic Planning Process

The fo llowing resolution and background information related to the Strategic Plan is
presented for your consideration and action.
RESO L VE D tha t $45,000 from the 2000-2001 C ore Budget fund ba la nce be
allocated .f or additional stra tegic planning services.
Background
At the June 2, 2000, Board Meeti ng a resolution was passed approving a one-year
contract with Williams Marketing Services of Grand Rapids, now the Williams Group,
for $45,000 for strategic planning services. The Strategic Planning process is on
schedule for completion and presentation to the membership at the Fall Conference in
Detroit. We are pleased with the leadership skills provided by Bob Tobin of the Williams
Group for this process.
In order to complete this process and allow for Mr. Tobin to assist the staff with
implementation task forces, we would like to extend this contract to November 30, 2001
and increase the dollar amount to $72,500. We want to add that Mr. Tobin's planned
activities were expanded by his facilitation of three planning days with staff. This has
been a valuable learning experience for staff, who have made a significant contribution to
this planning process!
The balance of $ 17,500 included in this request wi U be used to reimburse FERA
(Formative Evaluation Research Associates) of Ann Arbor for their services in leading a
focus group of members in February in Detroit and for design, dissemination, and
tabulating the membership survey.
We look forward to discussing this matter with you and appreciate your participation in
the strategic p lanning process.

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Board of T rustees Strategic Planning Session
May 10,2001
I :30 p.m. to 5:00p.m.
Ashman Court Hotel
Midland, Ml

AGENDA
1:00 p.m. Report &amp; Discussion: Work Completed to Date
• Data Gathering Results
Action: Determine if more data collection is needed and if so, in what areas.
o Focus Groups
o Member Survey
• Situational &amp; Trends Analysis Results
Action: Reach consensus on final Vision &amp; Values Statements and on vision
metrics and stakeholder perceptions
o SWOT Analysis
o Vision Statement &amp; Vision Metrics
o Values Statements &amp; Stakeholder Perceptions

2:30 p.m.

Break

2:45 p.m.

Small Group Work: Six Purpose Areas
Action: Validate or refine descriptions of each purpose area
Develop at least one major goal for each purpose area
Group # 1 - Advocate
Group #4 - Promote

Group #2 - Educate
Group #5- Network

Group #3 - Lead
Group #6- fncrease

3:45p.m.

Small Group Reports &amp; Consensus Building
Action: Reach consensus on descriptions of/major goal(s) for purpose areas

4:15p.m.

Presentation &amp; Discussion oflnfrastructure Goals &amp; Strategies
• Marketing &amp; Communications
• Education &amp; Net\vorking
• Member Services

5:00p.m.

Conclude

A summary ofthe day 's work will be presented to the Board the next morning, to ensure that
those members not present on May J{jh are informed.

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Summary of CMF 2000/2001
Strategic Planning Process
History: Phase I
In June 2000, the Board of Trustees approved a strategic planning process and allocated funds to
retain the Williams Group (then Williams Marketing) to assist it in that process. Phase I of
planning - covering September 2000 through April2001- included Board and Executive
Committee meetings, data gathering via focus groups and a Member survey, and intensive staff
work. Major accomplishments of Phase I include:
•

Completion of internal and external factors and trends reported in " Writing the Next
Chapter" (Tobin), " Key Trends Affecting CMF" (stall), and the analysis ofCMF's
Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) (Board and staff).

•

Completion and analysis of focus groups and surveys to obtain member input involving:
a focus group of eight members from family, corporate. community, and independent
foundations in the southeastern region; four focus groups with 19 "next generation"
family foundation members, and a Member survey to which 235 members responded.

•

Completion of a draft strategic plan comprised of a new vision statement, beliefs/values
statements, major goals and key strategies to achieve those, and benchmarks or metrics to
be used in measuring CMF's success in achieving its new goals.

Phase II of the Strategic Plan will occur between May and October 200 I. Key objectives for this
phase are:
•

•
•

Refining aJI components of the plan based on Board input obtained at its May 2001
meeting. The major focus of the refinement will be finalizing major goals and adding
key strategies and tactics to achieve those.
Completing a plan for the internal reorganization of CMF to strengthen its infrastructure
in support of achieving the new strategic plan.
Presenting the plan to members at the Fall 200 1 Annual Conference.

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3

Minutes of March 22. 2001
Executive Committee Strategic Planning Session

On March 22, 2001 , members of the Executive Committee, Board and CMF staff, met for a
strategic planning session. Vicki Rosenberg opened the meeting and then turned it over to Bob
Tobin, who facilitated the session.
Data-gathering. The first issue discussed was the status of data-gathering efforts. Members
briefly discussed: (1) FERA's report ofthe February 1, 2001 focus group in Detroit that involved
nine members representing corporate, independent, fam ily, and community foundations; and (2)
the final version of the Member Survey which was distributed to CMF's key contact person in
each member organization. As a result of this discussion, members requested that CMF find
ways to collect data from "next generation" family foundation members.
SWOT Analysis: The second issued discussed was the draft SWOT analysis (SWOT=
strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats). Members suggested the following changes to
the analysis:
•

•
•
•

Strengths: (1) change "Michigan's strong base of organized phHanthropy" to Michigan's
strong culture of philanthropy; (2) add collegiality; (3) change "comprehensive
knowledge" to "global knowledge".
Weaknesses (1) add "imbalance of influence and service based on member type and
size."
Opportunities: (1) add "CMF's roJe as an effective connector of different constituency
types".
Threats: (I) add "segregating members by type "which members believe threatens
member to member exchange and learning; (2) add "for profit competition for members
and member services", and (3) change "diminished relationship with state legis lature due
to terms limits" to" diminished relationships with state government".

Values: The third issue discussed was the list of values drafted by CMF staff. Members
suggested the following regarding this Hst: (I) remove "nonpartisanship" and consider replacing
it with "neutrality"; (2) add "common good"; (3) keep "servant-leadership"; (4) remove
"relationships" because it is implicit in "inclusivity" which was also on the list.
Vision: The fo urth issue discussed was a draft vision statement. Members discussed several key
ideas to be included in the vis ion statement, including "civility", "common good", and the
difference between the work of CMF and the work of its members. A final suggestion was made
to revise the statement to read "To engage the citizens of Michigan in effective philanthropy,
contributjng to the common good." There was agreement that this was an improvement over the
previous version, but needed additional work.
Vicki Rosenberg thanked the Committee for its input and assured them that staff would followup on their request to gather data from "next generation" family foundation members and
continue working on the SWOT, values, and vision statements for review at the May I 0, 200 I
Strategic Planning session in Midland.

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ATTACHMENT B

Date: April 27, 200 I
Ranny Riecker, Chair and Members of the CMF Board of Trustees

To:

From: Vicki J. Rosenberg
Robert S. Collier
Re:

Summary of Data Gathering
Focus Group &amp; Member Survey

Introduction
In winter 2001, CMF hired Formative Evaluation Research Associates (FERA) to design and
implement two data gathering efforts to provide significant member input to the strategic
planning process. These included:
•

A February 1, 2001 focus group held in Detroit with nine CMF members representing
independent, community, and family foundations and corporate giving programs ranging
in asset size from under 5 million dollars to $100 million or more with I to over I 0 years
experience. Members included paid and volunteer staff, trustees, and one donor.

•

A Member s urvey disseminated to CMF's key contact person, in all487-member
organizations, requesting responses from at least two individuals-- a senior staff member
and trustee, or, for family foundations, two trustees ifthere were no paid staff.
Attachment 2(A) provides aggregate data on:
o The importance of and CMF's effectiveness in addressing its six purpose areas;
o The importance ofCMF serving as an intermediary
o The importance ofCMF sharing information outside of Michigan
o Member satisfaction overall ("Are there ways CMF can better serve members?")
o Overall value of membership in CMF ("Perceptions of overall value")
o ProfiJes of respondents by: ( 1) foundation type, asset size, and years in existence;
and (2) respondents' role and years in the field.

•

In April 200 I, Susan Howbert and Vicki Rosenberg of CMF conducted four " next
generation" family foundation focus groups via conference call to obtain these
members' unique perspectives. Participants included 18 family members and one staff
member.

In total, 263 individual members, representing close to 200 foundations, provided direct input
into CMF's strategic planning process. A consolidated summary of findings from the February I
Focus Group and Member survey follows. A separate summary of the "Next Generation" focus
groups and a list of those participants serves as Attachment 2 (B).

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Summary of Key Findings
Overall, the majority of CMF members:
•
•
•
•

•

•

•

•

Get "excellent" or "good" value for their membership
Endorse the current mission
Need clarification of our purposes, particularly increase, promote, and lead
Expect members to be our highest priority, with emphasis on:
o Every action being of benefit to members first
o Knowing every member and their needs
o Meeting every members' needs while recognizing the diversity of those needs
o Providing equitable service across membe.r types, asset levels, and location, with the
stronger calls coming from corporate givers and famil y foundations
Endorse the value of principles and best practices, with emphasis on:
o Education
o Technical assistance
o Dissemination of knowledge developed in Michigan and elsewhere
Want improved communication, with a focus on:
o Better promotion of CMF
o High quality web and print based products
o More ways for two-way communication between staff and members
o More ways to access infonnation
Endorse networking as one of the most valuable purposes, with a focus on:
o More issue-focused opportunities relevant for all members regardles:; of type
o More opportunities for member-to-member exchange and peer education
o Expanded regional and statewide offerings
Question the intermediary role, with a focus o n:
o The role of members in the decision making process
o Costs/benefits to members and CMF
o Clarity of connections to mission and purposes

The data-gathering also identified tension points around two issues:
• Increasing Philanthropy in Michigan. What's the appropriate balance between encouraging
and assisting in the creation of new family foundations vs. growing the assets of community
foundations?
• Membership Growth. What are the costs/benefits of continuous growth in membership on
the quality of the membership experience?
A fuller presentation of findings will be presented at the Board Strategic Planning Session on
May 10. If you would like a full set ofthe data, p lease contact Vicki Rosenberg.

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Date: April27, 200 1
Ranny Riecker, Chair and Members of the CMF Board of Trustees

To:

From: Vicki J. Rosenberg
Robert S. Collier
Summary of Key Findings
Next Generation Family Foundation Conference Call Focus Group Series

Re:

Introduction

Between April 17 and 26,200 1, Susan Howbert and Vicki Rosenberg conducted four
conference call focus groups invo lving 18 next generation family foundation trustees and
one family foundation staff member residing in six states. Our goal was to gather input
regarding this group of members' experiences, ideas, and needs to inform the strategic
planning process. The calls focused on five key issues:
I . How participants first learned about CMF
2. How participants believe CMf has helped them with their philanthropic work
3. How participants believe CMF could improve its support to next generation
members
4. How CMF might attract new fam ily foundation members
5. What CMF might consider regarding the strategic planning process

Each call was very active, animated and informative, providing us with valuable insights
into next generation members' experiences, interests, and needs.

Key Findings
•
•

•
•

Most participants learned about CMF from relatives or friends
Most participants placed highest value on CMF for:
o Networking and educational opportunities, particularly the annuaJ conference
and last year's family foundation retreat. As a result of hearing others'
comments about the conference, an out-state member plans to attend her first
this year
o Resources and publications, particuJarly "how-to guides" to LrUstee
respons ibilities and foundation operations
o Events that encourage cross-generational discussions among family members.
Having issues as focal points of discussions provides common ground for
families struggling with communication and control issues
All participants identified generational inclusion and transfer of control as their
greatest concern
Participant requests for new services included:

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Summary of Key Findings: Next Generation Family Foundation Focus Groups
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o
o
o

•

•

A primer on family foundation trusteeship for next generation members
More accessibility to resources via the web
More structured opportunities for networking among next generation members
in one day or weekend workshops
o Workshops on improving communication and trust-building between
generations
o Delivery of publications to their homes rather than foundation offices
Participant ideas for attracting new family foundation members included:
o Offering free trial memberships
o Asking members to contact nonmembers
o Working with advisors to the wealthy and placing ads in trade publications
o Offering discounts to first time conference attendees
o Offering free conference registration with sponsorship from a member
o Offering more retreats/events for family foundations only
Participant thoughts for the strategic planning process:
• Hold annual conference the ftrst week in October every year
• Work with a marketing ftrm to broaden awareness ofCMF
• Provide a place on the conference registration form for indicating interest in
particular sessions to inform conference planning (repeating popular sessions
is one example)
• Encourage more diversity among conference speakers
• Convene more conference calls for networking and outreach to members -they enjoyed talking with us and their peers!

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Family Foundations Next Generation Conference Call Focus Group Series Participants
Mary Frey Bennett
Third Generation Member. The Frey Foundation

Robert &amp; Cheryl Binda
Trusteec;, Guido A. &amp; Elizabeth H. Binda Foundation
Lori Colina-Lee
Trustee, Colina Foundation

Jennifer Flores
Trustee, Harry A. &amp; Margaret D. Towsley Foundation

Jomaric Goergc
Trustee, Colina Foundation

Diane Hullet
Trustee, Alden &amp; Vada Dow Fund

Carol Paine--McGovern
President, Paine Family Foundation

Bonnie K. Mills
Program Coordinator, A lden and Vada Dow Fund

Mark Morley
Trustee, Morley Foundation

Thomas Paine
Trustee, Paine Fami ly Foundation

Leann Rowland
Secretary/Treasurer, Drake-Quinn Family C haritable Foundation

Suz Scbalon-Till mann
Secretary. Schalon Foundation

Deborah 0. Stephens
Director, Ransom Fidelity Company

Betsy Upton lover
Junior Trustee, Frederick S. Upton Foundation

Robin Terry
Trustee, Gordy Foundation, Inc.

Margaret E. Thompson
Trustee. Harry A. &amp; Margaret D. Towsley Foundation

Michael M. Upton
Trustee, Frederick S. Upton Foundation

Ca rrie Byrns Viii
Trustee, Frederick S. Upton Foundation
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Formaove Evaluation Research Associates

Council of Michigan Foundation's Member Survey 2001
Key Findings
The Council of Michigan's Foundation mission is:
196 (86%) Great as is 29 ( 13%) Needs to be refined 2 (I%) Needs to be changed

SomeVolue
25%

r

PoorValue
1%
Excellent
Value
45%

Perceptions of
ove.r all value

Are there ways CMF
can better serve
members?

Good Value
47%

Importance of CMF's Purposes and Effectiveness in each area (N=235)

Scale: 1 = Very, 2 = Quite, 3 =Somewhat, 4= Not Too, and 5 = Not At All
Importance

Effectiveness

(Mean)

(Mean)

1.4

1.7

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.1

Lead

2. 1

2.2

Network

1.7

2.0

Promote Phtlanthropy

1.7

2.4

2.5

N/A

2. 1

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Advocate
Educate
Increase Resources

Serve as lnlcrmcd mry
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Formam·e Emluation Research Associates

CMFPlan

Information about Respondents
Otha
N&gt;&lt;6(3%)
Pub he Chanty
Na9 (4'/o)

Types of
Respond ants

Independent
N• 36(15%)

1

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Less than 2 Ycan

N~ll (S%)

Affiliate N:l S (6%)
Cofllorate/Corporatc
giving program
N"'24 ( 10%)

-Community
N~S I (35%)

Organization
Asset Levels
In Mlllions

SI M ·SSM
N&gt;&lt;6S(28%)

2toSYcars
N=26(11%)

Organizations'
Ytars in
Exlstance

5 to 10 Years
N-43 (19*/o)

More than 10 Years
N• IS2 (66Yo)

Yea rs
Respondents have
Served in Field
of Philanthropy

2 to 5 Years
N=40(18%)

S to 10 Years
N=49(21%)

Staff Member
(68YoCEOs)

Respondents'
Roles

N~129(55%)

Trusrce/
Board Member
N- 112 (48Yo)

C/1/F Memher Sum.'y 200/ Key Findings

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ATTACHMENT C

Date: April27, 2001
To:

Ranny Riecker, Chair and Members of the CMF Board of Trustees

From: Vicki J. Rosenberg
Robert S. Collier
Re:

Draft Vision &amp; Values Statements

Background
The most recent additions to the draft strategic plan are revised draft vision and values
statements. These statements reflect input from CMF Staff and Board Members.
The vision statement articulates what we hope to achieve by the end of the next five
years. We believe that the draft vision is doable, measurable, motivational, and distinctive
to CMF.
The values statements express what CMF is and hopes to be within the next five years.
These statements, developed by Staff and Board Members, will guide our day-to-day
work, and, we hope, represent how our members and key stakeholders know us. These
statements have evolved from an initial list of six words -- learning, innovation, servantleadership, excellence, inclusivity, and relationships to the four presented below. The
explication of each value draws on our beliefs and ties directly to one or more of our six
purposes. For ease of reference, the purposes are underlined.
Revised Vision Statement:
Making Michigan the best state for organized philanthropy.
Revised Values Statements
We Build Relationships to Last - with our members first- and with the philanthropic,
non-profit, private, and public sectors, and the general public second - through
advocating and networking. Our goal is to know every member well, to represent every
individual engaged in organized, Michigan-based philanthropy, and to include a diverse
group of members in our thinking and planning. Our existing and future relationships
with leaders in all sectors are built to bring added value to our members individuaJiy and
collectively.
We Act as a Servant-Leader for organized philanthropy - by promoting and increasing
philanthropy in Michigan. We serve by understanding and meeting members' individual
needs. We lead by anticipating and then meeting members' collective needs. In this role,
we espouse the highest ethical standards. Our success is measured by the health and

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Draft Vision &amp; Values Statements
Page 2

vitality of organized philanthropy in Michigan and by the level of civil society in our
state -- now and in the future.
We Have, Share, and Seek Knowledge- with members and in support of members through education and networking. Our knowledge is personified by staff with deep
expertise in philanthropic principles and best practices worldwide - from the technical to
the topical to the philosophical, and with skills in research and communications; by
members who continually redefine best practices and represent expertise in a vast array of
subjects and on a wide range of issues; and by partners and collaborators who enrich our
understanding of the needs for and impact of organized philanthropy.
We Strive for Excellence in Everything We Do - through a strong infrastructure-- clear
goals, strong leadership, expert staff and effective management systems- that enable us
to be nimble, entrepreneurial, and good stewards of our resources. These qualities allow
us to provide our members with the best, most comprehensive services avaiJable to
organized philanthropy anywhere. We believe to achieve excellence requires CMF as a
whole -- each staff member and the Board of Trustees -- to reflect, innovate,
communicate, grow, and improve. Our goal is to have all members recognize CMF as
the most valuable association to which they belong.

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c:mfSlcmif.org • www.cmif org

Special Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, October 2, 2001
The University Club ofMSU Ballroom
3435 Forest Road
East Lansing, MI 48909-7157
(5 17) 353-5111
(Map Enclosed)

AGENDA
9:30a.m.

TAB

Refreshments

I.

Call to Order

C. David Campbell

A. Nominating Committee Report

Maureen H. Smyth

II.

Strategic Planning Update Vicki Rosenberg &amp; Bob Tobin

Ill.

Phase ll Committee &amp; Task Force Reports - Q&amp;A

1

A. Government Relations Olivia P. Maynard
Action Items
Legislative Statement
State Philanthropy Ca11cus

2

B. Education-Networking Elizabeth C. Sullivan
Action Item
Core Education Framework

3

C. Technology
Richard K. Rappleye
Action Item
Rapid Response System

4

D. Services
C. David Campbell
Action Items
A pilot program for charging fees
Establishing a Foundation -serving advisors/clients
Policy on serving grantseekers

5

·~

An Association of Foundations and Corporations Waking Gmnts for Charitable Purposes.

�C MF' Board Meeting Agenda
October 2, 200 1
Page 2

12:00 p.m.

LUNCH

Phase II Reports continued ...
E. Membership
Gilbert Hudson
Discussion Items
Changes to Membership Categories
Membership Plan for 2002- retention and new
Confirmation of Benefits of Membership
F. Marketing/Communications Neeta M. Delaney
Action Items
Logo and position statement for CMF

6

7

TV.

Policy on Inclusion for CMF:
Clarifying our Position &amp; Designing Next Steps
Bob Tobin

8

V.

Measuring Progress on Strategic Plan Implementation:
Revisiting Guiding Questions &amp; Draft Vision Metrics
Bob Tobin

9

VI.

Next Steps
PhaseD planning continues
Presentation at November 1 Annual Members Meeting
Rob Collier

VII.

Adjournment
Next CMF Board Meeting
Wednesday, October 31,2001
9:30 a.m. - 11 :30 a.m.
1
29 h Annual Conference
Marriott Detroit Renaissance

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Council of Michigan Foundations
May 11,2001
The meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF)
was held at the Ashman Court Hotel in Midland, Michigan, on Friday, May 11 , 2001 ,
pursuant to written notice duly given. The meeting was called to order at 8:30a.m. by
Margaret A. (Ranny) Riecker, Chair.
Trustees and officers present in addition to M s. Riecker:
C. David Campbell
Olivia (Libby) P. Maynard
RobertS. Collier
William C. Richardson
Kari Schlachtenhaufen
Julie F. Cummings
Diana R. Sieger
Neeta M. Delaney
Gerald K. Smith
Herbert D. Doan
Maureen H. Smyth
Lynn A. Feldhouse
Ira Strumwasser
Richard T. Groos
Elizabeth C . Sullivan
Gilbert Hudson
Amanda Van Dusen
Allan D. Gilmour
Ann K. Irish
Lloyd J. Yeo
Russell G. Mawby
CMF Staff:
Kathryn A. Agard, Executive Director, Learning to Give Project
Susan Cuddington, Executive Assistant to the President
Jeri L. Fischer, Director of Membership Services
Susan Howbert, Director, Family Philanthropy Services, Detroit Office
Sandra G. Katt, Assistant Vice President, Corporate Services and Education
David R. Lindberg, Vice President of finance &amp; Administration
Kari Pardoe, Russell G. Mawby Intern
Gail Powers-Schaub, Director of Technology and Informational Services
Vicki J. Rosenberg, Vice President &amp; Chief Operating Officer

I. ACTION ITEMS
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the February 15, 2001 Board of Trustees meeting were presented for
approval.

Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the February 15, 2001 Board of Trustees minutes be
accepted as presented.

�CMF Board of Trustees
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Page 2

Treasurer ' s Report
Dave Lindberg announced that the audit by PriceWaterhouseCoopers had just been
completed, and a final report will be mailed under separate cover to the Board. Mr.
Lindberg presented the March 31, 2001 Financial Statements for CMF and its two
supporting organizations as reviewed by the CMF Audit and Finance Committee.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that Council of Michigan Foundations' Board of Trustees
approve the March 31, 2001 Financial Statements as recommended by the
CMF Audit and Finance Committee.
Endowment Funds
Rob Collier discussed the need for additional funds to continue to provide technical
assistance to the Community Foundation Youth Advisory Committees across the state of
Michigan. While the Mawby Fund for Kids endowment provides some assistance, the
W.K. Kellogg Foundation has approved CMF's request to establ ish the MCFYP
Endowment Fund, with the remaining funds from the Kellogg Youth Challenge grant
funds. He also noted the need to retroactively approve the work of the Executive
Committee in creating the Dorothy A. Johnson Education Fund.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees approve the establishment of the
Michigan Community Foundations' Youth Project (MCFYP) Fund, a
permanent endowment fund as approved by the W .K. Kellogg Foundation,
by using the grant dollars remaining from the Round 12 challenge grant,
with a purpose to support the ongoing technical assistance and training needs
of community foundation youth advisory committees in Michigan,
And
RESOLVED further, that the Board of Trustees approve, retroactively as of
November 1999, establishment of the Dorothy A. Johnson Education Fund,
as a permanent endowment fund created from the gifts of many foundation
and individuals to honor the work of CMF's President Emeritus, Dorothy A.
Johnson, with the Fund being used to support speakers for CMF's Annual
Conference and special training activities promoting Principles and Best
Practices for grantmakers.
Investment Report
Committee Chair Ted Doan presented the March 31, 2001 Investment Report.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that C ouncil of Michigan Foundations' Board of Trustees
accept the March 31, 2001 Investment Report.

�CMF Board of Trustees
Minutes ofMay II , 2001
Page 3

Nominating Report
The Board recognized Ranny Riecker, Chair, for her excellent job leading CMF through
its transition period over the past two years. Committee Chair, Maureen Smyth presented
the slate of officers for 2001-2002. Rob Collier noted the proposed combination of the
Secretary/Treasurer position is in accordance with the CMF Bylaws. The Nominating
Committee will evaluate a recommendation to nominate a youth grantmaker to serve on
the CMF Board.
Upon motion duly made, supported!, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the following individuals be elected to the offices as
specified, for a one-year term effective May 11, 2001.
Chair:

Vice Chair- Private Foundations:

Vice Chair- Community Foundations:

Vice Chair - Corporate:

Secretary/Treasurer:

President:

C. David Campbell
President
McGregor Fund
Julie F. Cummings
Trustee
The Max M. and Marjorie
S. Fisher Foundation
Diana R. Sieger, President
The Grand Rapids
Community Foundation
Lynn A. Feldhouse
Vice President &amp; Secretary
DaimlerChrysler
Corporation Fund
Richard K. Rappleye
Vice President Field
Services, Charles Stewart
Mott Foundation
Robert S. Collier
Council of Michigan
Foundations

Membership Report
Conm1ittee Chair, Gil Hudson, introduced Jeri Fischer, CMF Director of Membership
Services, to present the Membership Committee report. Rob Collier reviewed the CMF
Accomplishments document (distributed to the Board at the meeting) that will be sent to
all members as part of the membership renewal campaign. The Membership Committee
will present a proposed plan for membership renewal at the fall Board Meeting.
Upon motion duly made, supported!, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the report of the Membership Committee be accepted as
presented.

�CMF Board of Trustees
Minutes ofMay II , 2001
Page 4

Strategic Planning Update
Rob Collier highlighted the results of the May 10 Strategic Planning Meeting
(PowerPoint presentation attached). The Board discussed and approved the revisions
recommended in the purpose statements. Mr. Collier discussed the next steps for Phase II
of the Strategic Plan, including the continued involvement of Bob Tobin from the
Williams Group. He noted the Strategic Planning process is on schedule for completion
and also for presentation to the membership at the 291h Annual Conference in Detroit.
Upon motion duly made, supported!, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that $45,000 from the 2000-2001 Core Budget Fund balance be
allocated for Phase II of the Strategic Plan.
Connect Michigan Alliance
Rob Collier requested the Board's counsel regarding CMF's position on the Connect
Michigan Alliance, a new statewide nonprofit organization that will be the key entity for
promoting volunteerism in Michigan. This Alliance will be funded by the income from a
$20 million endowment campaign; a $10 million allocation from the Legislature has been
approved and must be matched by the private sector. The Board asked Rob to resign
from the Campaign Cabinet due to the fact that a number of CMF members will be asked
to financially support this campaign.
Upon motion duly made, supported, and unanimously approved, it was
RESOLVED that the CMF Board of Trustees support the creation of the
Connect Michigan Alliance as a unique public and private statewide
organization to promote, strengthen, and sustain volunteerism for the
residents of Michigan.
II.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

291h Annual Conference Update
Conference Program Committee Co-chair Julie Cummings updated the Board on the 291h
Annual Conference to be held October 31 - November 2, at the Marriott Renaissance
Hotel in Detroit. Jackie Joyner-Kersee &amp; her husband, Bob Kersee, are confirmed
plenary speakers. Detroit's 3001h Anniversary will play a large role in the Conference,
with Mayor Archer scheduled to open the conference.
Family Philanthropy
Vice-Chair, Julie Cummings, presented the Family Philanthropy Report and highlighted
the upcoming events: the Regional Family Foundation Luncheon in Ann Arbor, the
Trustee Leadership Seminar with the Association of Small Foundations in Bloomfield
Hills, and the Second Annual Family Foundation Retreat at Crystal Mountain Resort.

�CMF Board of Trustees
Minutes ofMay II , 2001
Page 5

Learning to Give Report
Russ Mawby highlighted the activities of the Learning to Give Project. More than 500
lesson plans have been created by teachers for all grade levels. Many pilot school districts
are coming on board, as well as Ferris State University, which offers a Master's Degree
with a concentration in philanthropy. The Project has been working with lobbyist,
Alcalde &amp; Faye, and as a result, the word "giving" has been added to the definition of the
Character Education Bill. "The White House Conference on Philanthropy" videotape,
narrated by Paul Newman, has been disseminated to all middle school &amp; high school
libraries in the state of Michigan with two lesson plans developed for Project teachers.
Because the majority of the Project's funding ends between December 3 1, 200 I and
March 31, 2002, the Steering Committee is focusing on future funding strategies.

Corporate Services
Lynn Feldhouse, Vice Chair Corporate Services, highlighted the philanthropy articles in
the latest issue of the Michigan Forward magazine. Ms. Feldhouse announced that she
and Mark Neithercut are the newly-appointed Co-chairs of the Detroit Area Grantmakers
Committee.

President's Report
Mr. Collier reviewed the upcoming CMF events included in his written report. Mr.
Collier shared that For Good. For Ever. is now federally protected, and he distributed the
For Good. For Ever. luggage tags, designed by Williams Group. Susan Howbert
reported on the activities of the Detroit office. Trustee Kari Schlachtenhaufen reported
that Pat Babcock has been a great asset to the City Connect project.
The Board of Trustees held an Executive Session that adjourned at 11:55 a.m.
The next scheduled meeting of the CMF Board of Trustees will be held October 31,
2001 , at the Marriott Renaissance Hotel in Detroit, MI.
There being no further business to come before the board, Chair, Ranny Riecker
adjourned the meeting at 12:00 p.m. and officially presented the gavel to new Chair,
Dave Campbell.

Margaret A. Riecker, Chair

Robert S. Collier, President

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Wednesday, October 31, 2001
Marriott Renaissance Detroit
Michelangelo, Level 4
8:30 a.m. Breakfast with Staff
9:30 a.m. Board Meeting
11:30 a.m. Adjourn with Board Picture

AGENDA

L

TAB

Call to Order
C. David Campbell
Introduction ofNew Trustees

ACTION ITEMS

II.

Approval of Minutes
May 11, 2001 Board ofTrustees Meeting
July 23, 2001 Executive Committee Meeting
October 2, 2001 Special Board ofTrustees Meeting

III.

Treasurer's Report

Richard Rappleye

2

IV.

Investment Committee

Robert Swaney, Jr.

3

v.

Nominating Committee

Maureen Smyth

4

VI.

Membership Committee

Gil Hudson

5

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TAB

VII.

Supporting Organization Committee
Maureen Smyth
Michigan AIDS Fund

6

Leonard Smith, Chair

Michigan Community Foundations' Ventures
Jack Hopkins, Chair
VIII.

Strategic Planning

Vicki Rosenberg

7

REPORTS

IX.

29th Annual Conference

Julie Cummings

8

X.

Learning to Give

Russ Mawby

9

XI.

President's Report

Rob Collier

10

XII.

Fuh1re Meeting Dates
February 19, 2002

University Club, East Lansing

June 15 &amp; 16,2002

Meijer Gardens, Grand Rapids

September 30, 2002

Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island

XIII.

Other Business

XIV.

Adjournment

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To:

C. David Campbell, Chair, CMF
Maureen Smyth, Chair, Supporting Organization Committee

From:

Jack Hopkins, Chair, MCFV
Donnell Mersereau

RE:

2001 Annual Report
Michigan Community Foundations' Ventures

Mission: To support joint programs of community foundations that result in
economies of operations and growth in assets.
Board of Trustees
Jack Hopkins, Chair
Mariam C. Noland, Vice
Chair
Robert G. Tambellini,
Secretary/Treasurer
Lucy R. Allen
Elizabeth A. Cherin
Neeta M. Delaney
Sandi Dobbins

Brenda L. Hunt
Olivia P. Maynard
Chris A. McGuigan
Victor J. Papale
Patricia A. Reynolds
Diana R. Sieger
Jeanne Snow
David A. Woodworth

The Community Foundations' Ventures Products Fund, with primary support from the W.K.
Kellogg Foundation and the C.S. Mott Foundation, continues to be the primary project of
MCFV. Activities this year have focused on:
Minimum standards-47 community foundation boards have validated that their
community foundations meet standards on governance, finance and administration, donor
relations, grantmaking, communications and convening.
A common identity system-All Michigan community foundations now include the
word community in their name. Many are now presenting their name in a common way
while retaining local logos.
A capacity building curriculum- Trustees and staff participated in a series of four
interactive distance-learning sessions on marketing.
A statewide professional advisor marketing campaign-Ads placed with statewide
profess ional periodicals, and magazines like Business Week have been complemented by
local activities for advisors.

�MCFV Annual Report
October 12, 2000
Page2

Regional marketing activities-Six regions in the state are working collaboratively on
regional marketing activities that will build a greater and more consistent marketing
presence, create efficiencies in operations and help community foundations better serve
their communities.
New FIMS tracking- FIMS is the infonnation management software used by 32
Michigan community foundations. A new donor and advisor database was designed to
allow for automatic tracking and reporting of activities related to the Venture Product
Fund advertising campaign.
Products from the ftrst phase of the Venture Products Fund, such as the PowerPoint presentation,
What is a Community Foundation?, and the tag line "For Good. For Ever. ", are now being used
by community foundations throughout the United States.
The work of the Venture Products Fund is being continued in 2001 and 2002 as the Community
Foundation Research and Development Incubator, overseen by a national advisory committee
including Michigan community foundations, and funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the
C.S. Mott Foundation and Michigan community foundations.
The Incubator will continue the mission of the Venture Products Fund to be a responsive,
representative, entrepreneurial and high-value initiative supporting the growth of community
foundations through activities contributing to these goals:
1.
2.
3.

To conduct research that will result in a better understanding of target audiences and
how to better meet their needs and wants,
To develop products and tools that will aid in continued asset growth and leadership
of community foundations, and
To develop communication tools, promotions and processes that will enhance the
work of community foundations in reinforcing their identity and role with target
donor groups, advisors and the public.

Working together, community foundations in Michigan are proving that "it's about leveraging
our collective strength to benefit each community foundation."

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�Michigan Community Foundations' Ventures
Board of Trustees
Terms of Office
Class of 2004
Brenda L. Hunt, Battle Creek Community Foundation
Mariam C. Noland, Community Foundation for Southeastern Michigan
Victor J. Papale, Community Foundation of Greater Flint
Jeanne Snow, Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation
David A. Woodworth, Upper Peninsula Community Foundation Alliance

Class of 2003
Jack E. Hopkins, Kalamazoo Community Foundation
Diana R. Sieger, Grand Rapids C01mnunity Foundation &amp; CMF Trustee
Lucy R. Allen, Saginaw Community Foundation
Olivia P. Maynard, Les Cheneaux Community Foundation, &amp; CMF Trustee
Sandra J. Dobbins, Marshall Community Foundation

Class of 2002
Chris A. McGuigan, Community Foundation for Muskegon County
Elizabeth A. Cherin, Fremont Area Community Foundation
Patricia A. Reynolds, Capitol Region Community Foundation
Robert G. Tambellini, Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Neeta Delaney, The Jackson County Community Foundation &amp; CMF Trustee

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Memo to:

C. David Campbell, Chair, and Members of the Board of Trustees

From:

Rob Collier, President
Julie Cummings, Program Committee Co-Chair

Re:

291h Annual Conference Update

With ten days to go, registration is at 519 for the Conference - 326 fu ll registrants and
183 partial registrants. This number is made up of: 172 from community foundations, 40
from corporations, 49 from family foundations, and 94 from independent foundations.
We shall provide you with an update at the Board Meeting.
The Annual Conference features many outstanding speakers in addition to the Plenary
Speakers. We want to bring your attention to the following individuals from outside
Michigan and ask for your assistance in making them feel welcome.
Wednesday afternoon
Les Lenkowsky, Chief Executive Officer, Corporation for National and Community
Service, Washington
Sandy Hughes, Chief Knowledge Officer, National Center for Nonprofit Boards,
Washington
Robert LaFleur, Chieflnvestment Strategist, Northern Trust Bank, Chicago
Thursday
Rob Buchanan, Director International Programs, Council on Foundations, Washington
Steve Rochlin, Director, Research &amp; Policy Development, Boston College Center for
Corporation Citizenship
K.C. Connors, Vice President, Jeffrey Slocum &amp; Associates, Minneapolis
Friday morning
Marc Owens, Caplin &amp; Drysdale, Washington
Bruce Katz, Director Center on Urban and Metropolitan Policy, Brookings Institute,
Washington, D.C.
Deborah Katz, Health Policy Analyst, Community Catalyst, Boston
Charles Scott, Executive Director, Association of Small Foundations, Bethesda
David Salem, President, The Investment Fund for Foundations, Charlottesville, VA
Michael Leon, Vice President, Northern Trust Bank, Chicago

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Memo to:

CMF Board of Trustees

From:

Richard K. Rappleye
Chair, Audit &amp; Finance Committee

RE:

CMF &amp; Supporting Organization 9-30-01 Financial Statements

Core Operations
Note 1: Member Contributions
The variance from budget is primarily due to timing issues. In comparing the 9-30-01
numbers to last year, we had received $555,000 through 9-30-00. Based on the projected
numbers that were run for the Membership Task Force, the $705,000 still appears to be a
reasonable goal.

Note 2: Conference Income &amp; Expenses
R egistration numbers for the Annual Conference are running significantly below the original
projection. Management is looking at several areas to cut costs while still providing
attendees with the same high quality experience they are used to. We have already reduced
the number of tours and cut back on head counts for meals. Pending the outcome of final
negotiations with the hotel, we are estimating a final loss of $50,000-$75,000. As of October
18, 2001, 400 people were registered for the conference, which is roughly half of previous
years.

Note 3: Publication Income
The variance from budget is due to sales of the Directory falling off sooner than anticipated.
Following the Annual Conference we will under take a special promotion to move the
remaining directories. Inventory at the end of September was as follows.
Book -1,071
CD's- 394

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�Note 4: Investment Income
The variance from budget is due to money market rates falling into the 3% range, which is
40% below last year' s rates. This reduction could potentially result in a $33,000 reduction in
interest income for the current year.
Note 5: Salaries
The favorable variance is due to the following:
Admin support for MCSC grants
Downstairs receptionist position not filled
Detroit office assistant not hired
Staff wages charged to Dissemination
Wages to MHSDA project
CMF Admin other Special Projects
Reduction of overtime &amp; temp staff

$9,600
18,600
4,300
3,100
5,500
7,600
14,900

Note 6: Computer
Due to the delay in upgrading the iMIS software (membership &amp; meeting data base) last year,
$21,000 in expenses that were budgeted for 2000-01 h it our current fiscal year. Currently,
$45,000 that was budgeted this year to purchase an on-line registration module for iMIS, is
being used to purchase software and equipment that will allow staff remote access to their
desk top computers; with the potential to provide internet training to our members down the
road.
Note 7: Travel
The variance from budget is partially due to the increase in air travel and fuel costs
experienced this year. Also the CMF core budget is covering a greater portion of the auto
costs for the President which is split with the WKKF III Grant.
Air
Auto
Meals
Hotels

$3,380
12,390
1,442
5,627

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�Endow ment Funds

Note 8: Other Grants- MCFYP Endowment
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation approved the transfer of $ 1,060,000 ofunused challenge grant
funds to the MCFYP Endowment Fund to support the YACs of community foundations.
Note 9: Professional Fees - Russell G. Mawby Fund
The Russell Mawby Fund has been used to support strategic planning expenses which include
the following expenses.
Williams
FERA Instrumented group
FERA members survey
Conference calls, mise

$26,807
2,500
14,765
1,348

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�Council of Michigan Foundations &amp; Supporting Organizations
Consolidated Balance Sheet
September 30, 2001

II Supporting Organizations I

CMF
Core &amp;
Special
Project s
ASSETS
Cash &amp; Equivalents
Investments
Due From Other Funds
Property, Plant &amp; Equipment- Net
Other Assets
Grants Receivable
Total Assets

LIABILITIES
Accounts Payable
Other Liabilities
Grants Payable
Total Liabilities
NET ASSETS (FUND BALANCE)
Unrestricted &amp; Temp Restrict.
Endowment Funds
KYIP Fund
Total Net Assets
Total Liabilities &amp; Net Assets

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$2,856,836
1,243,727
499,528
17,250
2,097,434
$6,714,775

Endowment
Funds

MCFV

$402,889
9,188,011
(222,258)

$9,368,642

Mich igan
AIDS
Fund

$6,346,943
10,498,274
(974,563)
15,954
1,384

$539,739
(46,906)
1,762
454,829
$949,424

$15,887,992

$
58,716
265,456
324,172

$
0

6.390.603

47,524

234,213
234,213

478,991
526,515

5,014.863

422.909

Tota l
$10,146,407
19,686,285
0
517,244
18,634
2,552,263
$32,920,833

$47,524
58,716
978,660
1,084,900

6,390,603

9,368,642

10,638,916
15,653,779

422,909

11,828.375
9,368,642
10,638,916
31,835,933

$6,714,775

$9,368,642

$15,887,992

$949,424

$32,920,833

9,368,642

�Council of Michigan Foundations &amp; Supporting Organizations
Consolidated Statement of Activities and Changes in Net Assets
4-1-01 to 9-30-01

Core
O(!eratlons

Council of Michigan Foundations
CMF
Sp ecial
En dowment
Funds
P roJects

II
CMF
To tal

Supporting Organizations
Michigan
AIDS
MCFV
Fund

Combined
Total

Revenues
Member Contributions
Additional Member Contributions

Other Grants
Conference Income
Publications &amp; Library Services

Other Income
Investm ent Income
Total Revenues

s

540,700
37,346
3,417
7 1,618
22,785
(225)
28,299
703,940

$0
$ 1,653,140
3,990

67,053
1,724,183

1,093,884
1,340
225
1,600
(573,174)
523,875

$540,700
37,346
2,750,44 1
76,948
23,010
1,375
(477 ,822)
2.951,998

$509,150
13,565
919
15,000
(552,949)
(1 4,315)

$724,889

8,917
733,806

$540,700
37,346
3.984,480
90,513
23.929
16,375
(1 ,021,854
3,671,489

Program/Admin Expenses
Salaries &amp; Benefits
Occupancy
Telephone
Equipment Lease &amp; Maintenance
Postage

Supplies
Insurance
Equipment &amp; Furniture
Computer
Association Due s
Books &amp; S ubscriptions
Publications &amp; Printing
Professional &amp; Contracted Services

Travel
T raining &amp; Seminars
Conh::!r~ l u.;e &amp; Meeliny

Ovemead Allocation to Spec Proj
Total Program/Admin

299,379
19,336
1 1,003
3,619
17,534
9,585
6,053
1,6 12
44,962
16,501
3,235
24,323
24,213
22,839
2,633
1 18,503
(16,9921
608,338

467,917
2,720
2,890
11,516
10,612
2,043
4 ,93 1
2,24 1
2 1,446
334,837
31 ,987
1,705
42,096
16,992
953,933

174,851
327
6,149
1,227
6,016
1,976
2,432

64,644

3,762

942, 147
22,383
20,042
4,846
35,066
22,173
8,485
3,655
59.733
16,601
5,635
45,769
406,644
55,308
4,338
164,361

254,915

1,817,186

9,840
100
159
47,594
482

9,189

97,518
6,652
6,391
420
1,645
8 ,354
992
12,301
11,985

6,578
70,453
2 1,569
4,331
48,506

55
2,880
36,634
5,723
475
5,019

1 '104,309
29,035
27,687
5 ,266
37.470
34,923
9,477
15,956
80.907
16.601
5,690
55,227
513.731
82,600
9, 144
217,886

231 ,679

197,044

2 245 909

1.254
759
4,396

GRANTS
Mini Grants

Challenge Grants
Affiliation Mini-Grants
Computer G rants
Computer Loan

Other Grants
Total Grants
Excess Revenues Over Expenditures

0
0
0
0
0
800
800
94,802

2,741 ,381
2.741 ,381
(1 ,971 .131)

Beginning Net Assets
Transfer from MCFV

1 .065,278

7,201 ,654

Change in N e t Assets

94,802
$ 1,160,080

(1 ,971 ,131)
$5.230,523

Ending Net Assets

34,000

34,000

8,310

8,310

2,742, 181
2.742 .181

1,253,950
1,296.260

698,938
698.938

4,695,069
4.737,379

268,960

(1 ,607,369)

(1 ,542,254)

(162,176)

(3.311 ,799)

9,01 4,976
84,706
268,960
$9.368,642

17,281,908
84,706
(1 ,607,369)
$ 15,759,245

17,280,739
(84,706)
(1,542,254)
$15,653,779

585,085

35.147.732

(162,176)
$422.909

(3.311 ,799)
$31 .835,933

�CMF Endowment Funds
Consolidated Statement of Activities and Changes in Net Assets
4-1-0•1 to 9-30-01

Allen
Fund
Revenues
Mem ber Contrib utions
Additional Membe r Contrib utions
Other Grants
Conference Income
Publications &amp; Library Services
Other Income
Investm ent Income
Total Revenues

Russell G
Mawby
Fund

s

s

Mawby
Fund
For K ids

Endowment Funds
Johnson
Community
Educational
Foundation
Fund
Endowment

s

$

$

$
33,834

50

MCFYP
Endowment

$
1,060,000

1,340
225
(11 ,476)
(11 ,476

Program/Ad m in Expenses
Salaries &amp; Benefits
Occupancy
Telephone
Equipment lease &amp; Maintenance
Postage
Supplies
Insurance
Equipment &amp; Furniture
Computer
Association Dues
Books &amp; Subscriptions
P ublica ti ons &amp; P rinting
P rofessional &amp; Contracted Services
T ravel
T raining &amp; Seminars
Conference &amp; M eeting
Total Program/Adm in

(82,903)
82,628

(43,648)
42,308

1.600
(50,822)
49,222

13,566

47,506

47.506

17
13.583

3,4 66
3,466

(322,272)
(288,4 38)

(62,053)
997,947

131,655
327
5,809
1,227
6,016
1,936
2 ,432

29.630

9, 130
100
159

710

88
216
123
159.2 18

Six Month
Budget
913012001

Total

340

40

1.093,884
1,340
225
1,600
(573, 174
523,875

1,090,800
26,000

174,851
327
6 ,149
1,227
6 ,016
1,976
2,432

184 ,500
500
8,000
1,000
6,000
5,000
2 ,500
500
6 ,200
500

9,840
100
159

426,900
1,543,700

266

47,594
4 82

11,200
55,000
4 ,500

156
31.142

3,762
254.915

19 ,500
304,900

GRANTS

-

M i r~ iGumt:s

Challe ng e G rants
Affiliation Mi ni· Grants
Computer Grants
Computer loan
Other Grants
Total Grants
Excess Revenues. Over Expenditures

(11 ,476)

Begi nni ng Net Assets
Tra nsfer from Other Assets
Excess Revenues. over Expenditures
Ending Net Assets

173.633

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(130,1 34)
1.441,288

(11 ,476)
(130, 134)
$ 162, 157 $1,311,1 54

(55 .891 )

(52.688)

784 ,31 1

886,026

(55 ,891 )
$728.420

(52.688)
$833.338

Note 8

(447 ,656)

966.805

268,960

1,238.800

5.729,7 18
84,706
(447,656)
$ 5.366.768

9,014 ,976
84,706
268,960
$9.368.642

9,014.976

966,805
$966 .805

1,238,800
$ 10 .253,776

Note 9

�Council of Michigan Foundations
Core Operations
Internal Statement of Activities
4-01-01 to 9-30-01

Budget

6 Month
Actual

6 Month
Budgeted

2001 -02

9/30/2001

9/30/2001

12 Month

Revenues
Member Contributions
Additional Member Contributions
Other Grants
Conference &amp; Meetings
Publications &amp; Library Services
Other Income
Investment Earnings
Total Revenues

705,000
260,000
516,800
94,000
1,000
90,000
1,666,800

Program/Admin Expenses
717,000
Salaries &amp; Benefits
Occupancy
42,000
Telephone
32,000
Equipment Lease &amp; Maintenance
5,000
45,000
Postage
35,000
Supplies
Insurance
6,600
Equipment &amp; Furniture
31,000
Computer
77.000
Association Dues
18,500
Books &amp; Subscriptions
7,000
66,000
Publications
40,000
Professional &amp; Contracted Services
Travel
34,000
Training &amp; Seminars
6,000
538,700
Conference &amp; Meetings
Overhead Allocation to Spec Projects
(34,000)
Total Program/Admin
1,666,800

$540,700
37,346
3.417
71,618
22,785
(225)
28,299
703,940

299,379
19,336
11,003
3,619
17,534
9,585
6,053
1,612
44.962
16,501
3,235
24,323
24,213
22,839
2,633
118,503
(16,992)
608,338

$575,000
25,000

Note 1

244,000
50 ,000
500
45,000
939,500

Note 2
Note 3

363,000
21 ,000
16,200
2,500
22,500
17,500
6,600
9,000
17.400
15,700
3,600
33,000
26,000
17,000
3,000
158,700
(17,000)
715,700

Note 5

Grants
Mini-Grants General Purpose
Challenge Grants
Affiliation Mini-Grants
Computer Grants
Computer Loan
Other Grants
Total Grants

0

800
800

0

Excess Revenues Over Expenditures

0

94,802

223,800

1,065,278

1,065,278
94,802
$1 ,160,080

1,065,278
223,800
$1,289,078

Beginning Net Assets
CHANGE IN FUND BALANCE
Ending Net Assets

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0
1,065,278

Note 4

Note 6

Note 7
Note 2

�October 22, 200 1
Memo to:

CMF Board of Trustees

From:

Robert E. Swaney, Jr.
Chair, Investment Committee

Re:

CMF 6-30-01 Investment Report

Resolved: That the CMF Board of Trustees accept the June 30, 2001 Investment
Report as recommended by the CMF Investment Committee.
On a quarterly basis, the combined Investment Committee for the Council of Michigan
Foundations (CMF), Michigan Community Foundations' Venture (MCFV) and the
Michigan AIDS Fund (MAF), meet to review the investment performance for the
operating and pennanent endowment funds. The reports contained in this section were
reviewed by the Investment Committee on August 16, 2001. The next Investment
Committee meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2001 to review the September 30,
2001 investment results.
The enclosed Investment Report has been broken down into three sections.

Investment Performance Report
The bench-mark is based on the targeted asset allocation fonnula listed below.
S&amp;P 500
S&amp;P 400
S&amp;P 600
International
Short Bond
Bond
Cash

40%
10%
6%
14%
15%
15%
0%

Since the equity portion of the permanent funds is invested in index funds, the variances
from the bench-marks are primarily due to investment management fees (which are
roughly 21 basis points), and the variance in the asset allocation mix from the target
established by the Investment Committee and approved by this Board.
On November 19, 2001 the Investment Committee will be meeting with the investment
managers to review the allocation of international equities.

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�Asset Allocation Report

The Investment Committee has approved an asset allocation re-balancing policy that
instructs the CMF VP of Finance to rebalance the endowment fund portfolios on a
quarterly basis.
To keep administrative time to a minimwn CMF maintains one checking account to pay
all endowment fund expenses. The negative cash balances are due to endowment fund
expenditures from the CMF checking account, which are periodically reimbursed, by
transferring cash from the endowment funds back to CMF.
The high concentration of cash in the William Allen Fund is due to an influx of cash
during the month of June, which was invested in July.
On May 11 ,2001 the CMF Board ofTrustees approved the establishment ofthe
Michigan Conununity Foundation's Youth Project (MCFYP) Endowment Fund. A
permanent endowment fund as approved by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, by using the
grant dollars remaining from the Round 12 challenge grant. The purpose of this fund is
to support the ongoing technical assistance and training needs of community foundation
youth advisory committees in Michigan. Thi s fund is being invested over a six month
period ending December 2001.
Investment Performance Comparison Report

The variances from the Cambridge actual one-year rate of returns, are primarily due to
the returns in the venture capital and private equity market, which are categories not
allowed under our current investment policy. You will note that over a three-year period
the endowment funds that have been fully-invested during this period, track relatively
close to the Cambridge pool.
The Committee will continue to monitor the differences with the Cambridge pool
carefully, and consider adjustments to the asset allocations where appropriate.

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Council of Michigan Foundations
Asset Allocation
June 30-2001
Investment
Balance
6/30f01

Actual
Asset
Allocation

Targeted
Asset
Allocation

Endowment Funds
Russell G. Mawby Endowment Fund to Improve &amp; Increase Philanthropy
and Ruth &amp; Russ Mawby Fund for Kids
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

$

(71,824)
701,839
1,648,002
$ 2,278,017

-3.2%
30.8%
72.3%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

$66,313
29,562
83,482
$179,357

37.0%
16.5%
46.5%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

$119,605
1,722,986
4,129,185
$5,971,776

2.0%
28.9%
69.1%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

$46,912
3,373,719
8,365,585
$11 ,786,216

0.4%
28.6%
71.0%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

-0.1%
29.7%
70.4%
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

67.0%
9.9%
23.1o/o
100.0%

0%
30%
70%
100%

William Allen Endowment Fund
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

Community Foundation Endowment
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

KYIP Fund
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

Johnson Educational Fund
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

($1 ,056)
275,234
651,675
$925,853

MCFYP Endowment Fund
Cash Equivalents
Fixed Income
Equities

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$705,415
104,189
243,492
$1,053,096

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Council of Michigan Foundations
Asset Allocation
June 30-2001
Investment
Balance

6/30/01

Actual
Asset
Allocation

Targeted
Asset
Allocation

Operating Funds
CMF Operating Fund

$2,659,487

100%

100%

MCFYP Operating &amp; Special Projects

$7,357,739

100%

100%

$519,918

100%

100%

Michigan AIDS Fund

Note: All operating funds are invested in money market accounts.

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Council of Michigan Foundations
Permanent Funds
Investment Performance Report
June 30, 2001

William Allen Fund

One Year
Actual
Bench
Return
Mark
-5.78%
-4.61%

Compound Annual
Two Year
Actual
Bench
Return
Mark
1.06%
1.61%

Three Year
Actual
Bench
Return
Mark
5.24%
5.30%

Mawby Endowment Funds

-4.97%

-4.61%

1.97%

1.61%

5.44%

5.30%

Community Found Endowment

-4.51%

-4.61 %

2.24%

1.61%

5.59%

5.30%

KYIP Fund

-5.15%

-4.61%

1.12%

1.61%

5.74%

5.30%

Johnson Educational Fund

-4.09%

-4.61%

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

MCFYP Endowment Fund

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Bench Mark
Is based on the various indices that the portfolio is attempting to duplicate, using the
targeted asset allocation adopted by the Investment Committee.

Actual Returns
Bench marks are gross offees, actual returns are net of fees (21 basis points).

,
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Council of Michigan Foundations &amp; Supporting Organizations
Perman ent Funds
Investment Performance Comparison Report

6130/01

I Quarter Ending 6-30..01 I
Actual
Return

Cambridge
Foundation
Pool

One Year Ending 6-30..01
Cambridge
Actual
Foundation
Retum
Pool

I Three Yea rs Ending 6·30..01 I
Actual
Retum

Cambridge
Foundation
Pool

MawbyFunds

3.96%

3 .70%

-4.97%

·2.10%

5.44%

6.80%

Allen Fund

4.24%

3.70%

·5.78%

·2.10%

5 .24%

6.80%

Community Foundalion Fund

4.20%

3.70%

-4.51%

·2.10%

5.59%

6.80%

KYIP

4.10%

3 .70%

·5.15%

·2.10%

5.74%

6.80%

D. Johnson Educational Fund

4.07%

3 .70%

-4.09%

·2.10%

N/A

NIA

NIA

N/A

NIA

MCFYP Endowment Fund

N/A

N/A

N/A

OAJ Fund was not fully invested until July 2000, MCFYP Endowment was established in May 2001
BenchMarks
Wilshire 5000
S&amp;P 500
Russell2500
LB Aggregate
CPI-U

7.5%
5.9%
13.7%
0.6%
1.0%

-15.3%
·14.8%
2.5%
11.2%
3.2%

3.5%
3.9%
8.5%
6 .3%
3.0%

Note: Cambridge returns are based on a pool of 277 foundations, colleges and universities.
Cambridge returns reported are median numbers.

Asset Allocation
Cambridge
CMF
Target
Pool
US Equities
International Equities
Fixed Income
Cash
Other
Total
Other
Real Estate
Venture Capital
Private Equity
Hedge Funds
High Yield Bonds
Oil &amp; Gas Partnerships
Distressed Securities
Arbitrage
Other

42.8%
11.9%
25.1%
3.9%
16.3%
100.0%

56.0%
14.0%
30.0%
0.0%
0.0%
100.0%

3.1%
2.1%
1.4%
5.3%
0.7%
0.3%

0.7o/o
2.2%
0.5%
16.3%

• Represents the latest retum numbers available from Cambridge.
Cambridge notes that venture alternative investments accounts for the difference in the one year retums.
They also noted that these retums tend to be Clelayeel an&lt;IOlaY. lum arounelln the next year.

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September 22, 200 l

Memo To:

C. David Campbell, Chairman and
Board ofTrustees

From:

Libby Maynard and David Kennedy, Co-Chairs
Government Relations Committee

Re:

Annual Review of Legislative Goals Statement and other business

The Government Relations Committee met on August 17, 2001. The Committee
completed its annual review of the Legislative Goals Statement; examined the charitable
provisions ofH.R. 7 at the federal level; discussed strategies for increasing philanthropy's
presence in Lansing with David Haynes of Public Affairs Associates, and met with Pat
Babcock, Director of Public Policy at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, on the charge for
CMF's new Public Policy Committee. A copy of the minutes ofthe meeting with related
documents are attached.
Based on the work of the Committee we are presenting two recommended actions for
discussion and approval.

I. Annual Approval of Legislative Goals Statement

RESOLVED that the Legislative Goals Statement be approved with the following
changes noted in the copy attached to this resolution:
National Legislative Issues
Revision of Goal4: To repeal the excise tax on private foundations, replacing the
previous goal of reducing the excise tax to a flat one percent.
State Legislative Issues
Addition of new Goal to support simplification of the Charitable Solicitation Act.
Background
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The Committee feels that simplification of the ~e tax is an intermediate step with the
goal being an ultimate repeal. This new position supports the position of the Council on
Foundations. Because community foundations are subject to the Charitable Solicitation
Act, the Committee supports the addition of this Goal, which is also a Goal of the
Michigan Nonprofit Association.

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September 22, 2001

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The Committee wants to highlight that three Goals have been completed and have been
moved to the accomplishments list
• The old National Goal 13 to support elimination ofthe Charitable Split Dollar
Insurance Plan
• The old State Goals 3 and 4 on legislation to strengthen the definition of a
community foundations in the state tax code and to allow for the transfer of gifts
received by public school systems to community foundations
Finally, the Committee approved language updating the explanation of the goals to reflect
the current legislative efforts in Lansing and Washington.
II. Creation of a Philanthropy Caucus in the State Legislature
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RESOLVED that CMF suppe~catiollof a Philanthropy Caucus, a bi-partisan (_
group of up to 20 state legislators representing both the Senate and the House, with
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a purpose to share the work of foundations and corporate giving programs with
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Background
The State Legislature is again undergoing great transition due to term limits with more
than 2/3 of the State Senate being new in the 2002 election. While CMF and our
members can continue to work on educating new legislators, we need to consider using
those legislators that both understand philanthropy and are positioned on key committees
to help us help their colleagues better understand the role that philanthropy plays in
Michigan. We believe that there is such a group oflegislators on both sides of the aisle
and in both Chambers that understand the work of foundations and corporate giving
programs in our State.
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As a next step, staff and the Co-Chairs of the Government Relations Committee would
work with David Haynes, CMF's lobbyist from Public Affairs Associates in Lansing to
identify likely co-chairs of such a PbiJantbropy Caucus. Because much of the
legislature's work involving philanthropy comes from the tax and finance areas, two
examples of such legislators are Representative Patti Birkholz (Republican from
Holland), a member of the House Tax Policy Committee, and Senator Bob Emerson
(Democrat from F lint), a member of the Senate Finance Committee.

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Council of
MICHIGAN
FOUNDATIONS
Suite 3/0ne South Harbor Avenuc/P.O. Box 599/Grand Haven, Ml 494 17/(616) 842-7080/ FAX (616) 842'-1 760

cmf@cmif.org · www.cmif.org

COUNCIL OF MICIDGAN FOUNDATIONS
Legislative Goals Statement
The purpose of the Council of Michigan Foundations' Government Relations Committee is to
seek support for legislative changes at both the state and national levels that encourage the role
and effectiveness of foundation and corporate philanthropy.
The CMF Board of Trustees approved the initial Legislative Statement on March I, 1979_
Revised statements were approved September 19, 1980; January 27, 1982; May 10, 1983; June
14, 1985; April l2, 1988; February 25, 1992; November 4, 1992; November 8, 1995; October
30, 1996; March 13, 1997; November4, 1998; October 14, 1999; October 2, 2000, and
October 2001.

I. PIDLANTHROPY IN MICIDGAN AND AMERICA
Foundation and corporate giving has long been a unique part of American society. ln 1999,
foundations and corporations in America donated more than $ 1.1 billion for charitable causes
and services, including the arts, United Way, colleges and universities, libraries, and programs
for the elderly and the needy. Today, with a slowing in the economy, foundations and
corporations are being challenged to increase their support and charitable donations in the face of
program changes initiated by national, state, and local governments, as wel l as increased needs_
ln the face of this challenge, it is apparent that more can and should be done to encourage the
creation and growth of new foundations and corporate giving programs as well as to reduce the
operating regulatory burdens on existing foundations and corporate giving programs.
Unfortunately, the 1969 Tax Act, while introducing a number of reforms, also erected a number
of major barriers to foundation philanthropy_ These include the provisions that serve as
dis incentives for the creation of new foundations, as well as provisions that discourage charitable
donations to existing foundations. It has become apparent that a number of Internal Revenue
Service Code regulations, based on the 1969 Tax Act, have proven to be unnecessarily restrictive
on the grantrnaking effectiveness ofMichigan's more than 1,600 foundations, as well as the
more than 48,000 other foundations in communities across the United States.
If foundations and corporations are to expand their support of important social needs and
programs, the Council of Michigan Foundations must work actively to inform the general public_
as well as state and federal legislators, and other policymakers on these important issues. In
1977, the Members ofCMF directed the Board ofTrustees to develop a public information
program that would support and encourage Michigan foundation philanthropy and include
communication with public policymakers. A Government Relations Committee was established
to implement the program and has continued to survey CMF Members on their legislative
interests and priorities on a timely basis.

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CMF has worked with foundation and corporate Members, the Council on Foundations, other
regional associations of grantmakers and the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers,
Independent Sector, Michigan Nonprofit Association, and other nonprofit organizations to
enhance the understanding of public policymakers about foundation philanthropy and to bring
about appropriate legislative changes in laws and regulations. As a result of these efforts by
CMF and others, the following twenty-five goals have been accomplished:
U. NATIONAL GOALS
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Reduction of mandatory pay-out requirement for private foundations to 5%
Excise Tax on private foundations reduced from 4% to 2%, and in some cases 1%
Private foundation .65 limit on grant administrative expenses terminated
Fair regulations on private foundation lobbying issued
Full deductibility of gifts to private foundations of publicly-traded stock made permanent
Gain portion of gifts of appreciated property not subject to the alternative minimum tax
reduction
Affidavit process for simplifying private foundations grants to non-U.S. Charities instituted
Private &amp; community foundations allowed to ownS-Corporation stock
Protected charitable gift annuities as attractive giving vehicle for donors
Premiums paid for D&amp;O liability insurance not treated as compensation for trustees
Regulation passed indicating U.S. Foundation grants to nonresident aliens woul9 be taxed,
depending on the place where the research or study takes place
Community foundations permitted to administer pooled income fund
Due date of first estimated private foundation tax payment on investment income changed to
coincide with the due date of the Form 990-PF
Generation-skipping transfer law pertinent to the predeceased parent exclusion, extended for
charitable lead and remainder trusts
Legislation passed eliminating Charitable Split Dollar Insurance Plans
Estate tax phased out between 2002 and 20 I0

ill. STATE GOALS
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
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State inheritance tax repealed
Community foundation tax credit for individuals and businesses made pennanent
Definition of community foundation strengthened in tax code
Tort liability of volunteers of nonprofit corporations limited
Michigan Intangibles Tax repealed
501 (c)3 organizations allowed to have an insurable interest in the life of an individual who
has given written consent
Legislation (three separate bills) passed allowing gifts and bequests received by units of local
government (cities, villages, counties, public libraries and schools), to be gifted to
community foundations
Nonprofit Corporation Act amended to allow youth ages 16 and 17 to serve on boards of
nonprofit corporations with vote
Legislation passed allowing distribution of tobacco settlement funds to state-certified
community foundations for healthy youth and healthy senior programs
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IV. NATIONAL LEGISLATIVE ISSUES
1.

Goal: Maintain the private foundation payout rate at not more than 5 percent to protect
the real value of foundations' grantmaking capability.
Explanation: In order to preserve the "real" grantmaking capacity of a private
foundation, it is important that all historical financial data be taken into consideration.
History has shown that a portion of the annual return should be returned to principal.
(Reilly/Skadden, University ofMichigan Graduate School of Business Administration
study sponsored by CMF, 1981 -Private Foundations: The Payout Requirement and Its
Effect on Investment and Spending Policies, and a DeMarche Associates, Inc. study
"Spending Policies and Investment Planning for Foundations, " 1995, sponsored by the
Council on Foundations.) CMF sponsored study, completed in May 2000, by Cambridge
Associates, Inc., of the actual performance of a group of Michigan endowed private
foundations confirms the position of maintaining the payout rate at no more than 5
percent.

2.

Goal: Change the limitation on gifts to a private foundation from 20 percent to 50
percent.
Explanation: Under existing law, the amount deductible by an individual taxpayer for
contributions to private non-operating foundations is computed as a percentage of the
donor's contribution base (in most cases, his or her adjusted gross income). An
individual may deduct only 20 percent of the gifts of appreciated property or 30 percent
of gifts of cash. On the other hand, an individual taxpayer can deduct up to 50 percent of
his contribution base for cash (and 30 percent for appreciated property) for gifts to public
charities.

3.

Goal: Increase the deduction allowed a taxpayer for a gift to a private foundation of
certain capital gain property.
Explanation: Currently, individual taxpayers may deduct the full fair market value of a
gift to a private foundation of appreciated property in the form of publicly-traded stock, if
the gift is Jess than 10 percent of the outstanding stock of the company. However, in
other cases, such as privately held stock, the amount of deduction continues to be limited
to the donor' s cost or basis in the stock if the gift is to a private non-operating foundation.
The same gift to a public charity entitles the taxpayer to a full fair market value
deduction.

4.

Goal: Repeal the excise tax on private foundations.
Explanation: The 1984 Tax Act allows the excise tax on investment income to be
reduced from 2 to 1 percent if a foundation 's payout for the year in question equals or
exceeds an amount equal to the year' s assets, times the average payout percentage for the
five years, plus 1 percent of the foundation ' s net investment income. Private foundations
are the only 50 I ©(3) organizations that currently pay this federal tax . The current
formula is difficult to administer and can limit charitable giving.
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While simplification to a flat one percent is an acceptable intermediate step and is in
H.R.7 passed the summer of2001, the Senate has introduced SB 1300 that calls for repeal
of the tax.
5.

Goal: Prevent further efforts to reduce the usefulness of the charitable deduction and
repeal the 3 percent floor on itemized deductions.
Explanation: In 1990, after initially considering a cap on all itemized deductions,
Congress approved a 3 percent floor in deductions . This floor was scheduled to expire at
the end of 1995, but was made permanent effective in 1993.

6.

Goal: Limit lineal descendants who are "disqualified persons" at the level of
grandchildren.
Explanation: In 1984, the law was amended to limit "disqualified persons" to
substantial contributors to a foundation and their children, grandchildren, great
grandchildren, and their spouses. The amendment provided that substantial contributors
will no longer be considered "disqualified persons" if, over a ten-year period, they meet
certain requirements to distance themselves from the foundation. However, there is still
no logical rationale- -or examples of abuse-- to justify the inclusion of lineal
descendants beyond the level of grandchildren.

7.

Goal: Modify the law to permit the " out of corpus" requirement to be met by a foreign
grantee if sufficient documentation is provided showing that the full amount of the grant
was spent for the specified purposes within 12 months after the year the grant was made.
Explanation: When making grants to some foreign charities, private foundations are
required to treat them as private foundations. Any grant from a private foundation to
another private foundation requires that the amount granted "flow through" the grantee
and out as qualifying distributions that are made "out of corpus" by the end of the
following year. The purpose for this rule is to prevent a foundation from avoiding the
payout rule by having one private foundation give to another, who then simply adds the
grant to its endowment (corpus), with charitable grantees receiving no benefit. In the
foreign grant context, the grantee rarely has any endowment and totally misunderstands
the concept of "out of corpus."

8.

Goal: Secure passage of legislation providing a charitable deduction for non-itemizers.
Explanation: Most taxpayers no longer file the long tax form that permits itemized
deductions; instead they file the short form that al lows only a standard deduction. From
1983 to 1986 non-itemizers were permitted to take the standard deduction plus itemize
charitable contributions within certain limits, but the deduction expired J anuary I, 1987.
In July 200 I the House passed H.R. 7 that includes a phased in deduction over ten years
from $25 to $100. Senator Gramm has introduced S. 35, which contains a provision that
would phase in a l 00% deduction by 2006.

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9.

Goal: Support reasonable limits on the degree to which foundations and charities can
lobby or otberwise.influence public policy decisions and oppose unreasonable limits that
adversely affect grantmaking.
Explanation: Continuous monitoring is essential to oppose unreasonable and
urmecessary regulatory reporting burdens on both foundations and their grantees.

10.

Goal: Support legislation to eliminate the classification of realized gains and income,
derived from leveraged real estate investments by foundations, as unrelated business
taxable income.
Explanation: Foundations and nonprofit organizations are significant investors in the
real estate market. Income derived from leveraged real estate investments, owned
directly or through partnerships, is currently taxed as unrelated business taxable income
(UBTI). Legislation would have private foundations treated in the same manner as
educational organizations and qualified pemsion plans, which since 1980 have been
exempt from the debt-financed property rules with respect to the acquisition of certain
real property.

11.

Goal: Permit tax-free distribution from individual retirement accounts (JRAs) for
charitable purposes.
Explanation: It is proposed that direct gifts from an IRA to a charitable organization
would not be taxed as income to the account-holder who has attained the age of 59- 112
years of age, if the disbursement is made directly to either a qualified charity or a
qualifying deferred giving plan, known as the IRA - Charitable Rollover Bill (H. R. 13 11 ,
S. 1086). It is anticipated that such a law would increase contributions to many
charitable organizations, including community foundations. H.R. 7, passed by the House
in July 2001, includes the IRA Rollover at age 70 1/2. Efforts are underway to have the
Senate support similar legislation introduced by Senator Hutchison asS. 205.

12.

Goal: Avoid excessive corporate giving regulations.
Explanation: CMF supports public accountability, but not excessive regulation, which
would require costly administration. While legislation was introduced in 2000 which
would require public companies annually to disclose to their shareholders the charities to
which they made contributions and U1e amount of each contribution if a corporate officer
or spouse is on the grantee's board, it has never received suflicient Committee support to
be considered by the House or Senate.

13.

Goal: Monitor the impact of estate tax legislation passed in 200 I on creation of new
foundations and gifts to exiting foundations.
Explanation: The "Tax ReliefReconciliatioo Act of2001" passed by the Congress and
signed into law by the President in June 2001, phases out the Estate Tax between 2002
and 20 I 0. Full repeal however is only in effect for the year 2010, and the estate tax then
reverts, unless new legislation is passed, to the 2000 tax code status.
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While it is the position of CMF to not support or oppose legislation that has a broad
impact beyond the charitable field, it is necessary to monitor the impact on philanthropy
of this legislation and future changes that might be made in the estate tax.
V. STATE LEGISLATIVE ISSUES
1.

Goal: Monitor changes to tax policy pertaining to community benefits as it relates to
non-profits.
Explanation: Legislation has been proposed in Colorado, Pennsylvania and Texas,
which threatens the tax exemption of charitable organizations. CMF, working with
partners such as the Michigan Nonprofit Association, will closely monitor any related
efforts in Michigan.

2.

GoaJ: Support legislation encouraging a tax-deduction for charitable contributions from
individuals.
Explanation: Other states have found that a tax deduction does help encourage
additional gifts by individuals to charities. While the introduction oflegislation in tough
economic times is unlikely, the Michigan Nonprofit Association is taking the lead in
promoting this issue with the legislature.

3.

Goal: Monitor legislation necessary for a portion of the state tobacco settlement funds to
be annually granted to CMF for distribution to certified Michigan community
foundations for the establishment of Healthy Youth &amp; Healthy Senior Funds.
Explanation: Michigan's share of the national tobacco settlement ($206 billion over the
next 26 years) between 46 states, five commonwealths and territories and the District of
Columbia with five tobacco companies, representing 97.5% of the industry, is $8.3
billion. The master settlement agreement does not specify bow states may spend their
settlement payments. Distribution of tobacco settlement funds by CMF to 64 certified
community foundations for 2000 and 2001 equals $15.8 million. Another $5.9 mHlion
has been approved as part of the Department of Career Development's $6 million
allocation to CMF for the State's 2001-2002 fiscal year. Annual monitoring of this
legislation is required to insure that the Legislature understands the valuable role the
community foundations play.
4. Goal: Support legislation to simplify tbe C haritable Solicitations Act.
Explanation: Community foundations are required as well as other charitable nonprofits
to file for an annual solicitation license. The licensing, enforcement, and appeal
processes are not considered user friendly by nonprofits and do not reflect the changing
cost in fundraising. CMF bas joined MNA in supporting proposed legislation that
Representative George is considering introducing with support from the Attorney
General's Office.

Approved by the CMF Board ofTrustees, October 2, 2001
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Minutes of the Government Relations Committee
August 17,2001
In attendance: Co-Chairs Libby Maynard and David Kennedy, Maureen Smyth, Leonard
Smith, Fred Woodruff, Jack Hopkins, Pat Babcock and Rob Collier
Special Guests: David Haynes of Public Affairs Associates and Julia Szanton,
International Coordinator for CMF
The Meeting was called to order at 10:05 a.m. by Co-Chairs Maynard and Kennedy.

Special Lansing Initiatives
David Haynes led a discussion on strategies for increasing the visibility of CMF in
Lansing in light of term limits. The three strategies discussed included: a philanthropy
day, a philanthropy caucus, and targeted meetings with legislators. There was consensus
that CMF should move forward in encouraging development of a philanthropy caucus.
Once the Board approves the concept, Collier will develop a draft statement for the
Committee to review that Haynes will use to help present the caucus idea to key
legislators.
There was consensus that it is prematwe to consider a special philanthropy day.
However, Haynes recommends that key legislators on the attached Circle oflnfluence list
be matched with grantmakers. Collier will provide the Committee with a suggested
match list to discuss.

Legislative Goals Statement
A. Federal Goals
The Committee approved three actions related to the federal goals.
• Goal 13 on elimination of the charitable split dollar insurance plans has been
completed and moved to the accomplishments list
• Goall4 concerning monitoring the estate tax continue to be kept on the list of
ongoing goals
• Goal4 on the excise tax be amended to recommend full repeal of the tax with
simplification added to the explanation section.
B. State Goals
The Committee approved two actions:
• Goals 4 and 5 concerning community foundations have been completed and
moved to the accomplishments list
• A new Goal be added to support modification to the Charitable Solicitation Act
because community foundations are subject to this Act.

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Government Relations Comminee Minutes
Augustl 7,200 1
Page2

Committee Job Description
The Committee approved the updated job description (attached) on condition that a
Michigan Philanthropy Day in Lansing be deleted as a proposed activity.
Public Policy Committee
Pat Babcock, Director of Public Policy for the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, reviewed the
proposed charge for the Public Policy Committee. There was consensus that the charge
was appropriate and that there should be a common member to both Committees. Mr.
Babcock will k eep this Committee informed of the activities of the Public Policy
Committee.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m.

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Community Foundations &amp; State Leadership

Circle of Influence
Our circle of influence should include those key decision-makers that can have a positive affect
on our goals and objectives. This circle should include leadership in both chambers; committee
members on chambers tax policy committees, and other legislators who we have identified as
supportive of community foundations.

House Leadership
peaker of the House, ruck Johnson
Majority Floor Leader, Bruce Patterson

Minority Leader. Kwame Kilpatrick
Mino rity Floor Leader, Gilda Jacobs

Senate Leadership
Majority Leader, Dan DeGraw
Majority Floor Leader, Joanne Emmons

Minority Leader. John Cherry
Minority Floor Leader, Bob Emerson

Future Sentite Leadership
Sen. Ken Sikkema
Sen. Thaddeus McCotter
House Tax Policy Committee
Rep. Nancy Cassis, Chair
Rep. Steve Vear
Rep. Patti Birkholz
Rep. Jennifer Faunce
Rep. Bob Gosselin
Rep. Mike Kowall
Rep. Tom Meyer
Rep. Gary Newell
Rep. Randy Richardville
Rep. Gary Woronchak
Senate Finance Conmuttee
Sen. Joanne Emmons, Chair
Sen. Bev Hammerstrom
Sen_B ill Bullard

Rep. Nancy Quarles
Rep. Ray Basham
Rep. Bob Brown
Rep. Derrick Hale
Rep. Jack Minore
Rep. Bill O'Neil
Rep. Paul Wojno

Sen. Gary Peters
Sen. Bob Emerson

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CMF Government Relations Committee
P urpose: to seek support for legislative changes at the state a nd national levels that
enconrage the role and effectiveness of foundation and corporate philanthropy.
Key Activities

l.

Regularly communicate with elected officials at federal, state, and local levels about
foundation activities and concerns.

2.

Encourage and support Member foundations in reporting grants and activities to
government officials, beyond the reports required by law, such as through published
annual reports or guidelines.

3.

Encourage Members in each Congressional District to meet as a group with their
legislator, when the legislator is in District, to discuss the local contributions of
community and private foundations, and corporate giving.

4.

Encourage meetings with local editorial boards and the media about foundation activities
and concerns.

5.

Develop state legislative network by House and Senate districts and enhance
communication with key committee leadership.

6.

Regularly communicate with the Michigan Attorney General' s Office regarding
community and private foundation concerns.

7.

Meet periodically with the Executive Branch of state government regarding foundation
issues and concerns

8.

Sponsor periodic seminars for state legislators, department heads, and their staffs.

9.

Hold an annual "Washington Day" for members to meet with each member ofthe
Michigan Congressional delegation.

I 0.

Support creation of a Public Policy Committee to assist CMF staff in educating members
about public policy issues affecting grantmaking priorities and opportunities for publicpri vale partnerships.

11.

Support crea tion of a Mjchjgan Philanthropy Caucus with a bi-partisan group of up
to 20 legislators familiar a nd supportive of phila nthropy.

Reviewed by the CMF Government Relations Committee 8/ 17/0 1 with # 11 subject to Board
approval.

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A I"ROJSCT FORTH£ HIND

Date:

October 16, 2001

To:

Council of Michigan Foundations Board of Trustees

From:

Dr. Russell G. Mawby, Chairman, Learning to Give
C. David Campbell, Steering Committee Member
Julie F. Cummings, Steering Committee Member
Dorothy A. Johnson, Steering Committee Member
RobertS. Collier, Steering Committee Member

Re:

Learning to Give Update

Lilly Endowment Grant
The Lilly Endowment has granted $1 million over two years (2002-2004) to
Learning to Give (LTG) to support the national launch of LTG to five
demonstration states (Michigan, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Texas and California),
and to add depth and breadth to the Web-site. This grant was made in
anticipation of a companion grant of $900,000 from The Atlantic Philanthropies. A
decision from The Atlantic Philanthropies is pending.

In addition, CMF has been working to secure federal funding through the national
education budget. If this funding is authorized and appropriated as planned, an
additional four states will be added to the demonstration pool {Ohio, Wisconsin,
Florida, and New Hampshire).
If neither The Atlantic Philanthropies nor the federal funding are secured, the Lilly
Endowment will entertain a revised work plan. LTG should know about funding
over the next few months.
Michigan Department of Education
At the request of the Michigan Department of Education, twelve units (three at
each grade level) have been placed on the MOE web-site in support of the Child
2 Child campaign launched by the department to help children affected by the
recent terrorist attacks on the United States. The lessons and LTG are very
prominently displayed on the site. The lessons speak to service and sacrifice for
the benefit of the community, and also to tolerance in a diverse society.

I 0-16-0 l Report

�Detroit Free Press Article
The Detroit Free Press published an article and a picture of the students learning
lessons on philanthropy at VanZile Elementary school of the Detroit Public
Schools. A copy of the out-state version of the article, which was almost the full
front page of the People Section, is enclosed.
National Partnerships and Endorsements
National partnerships with nonprofit umbrella organizations, and endorsements
from national educational organizations have been secured. The list of partners
and endorsers follows at the end. There will be a meeting of the partners and
endorsers in Washington, sometime in the early winter. LTG will work with and
through the national partners in order to disseminate philanthropy education
nationwide.
National Content Advisory Committee
A National Content Advisory Committee of scholars and reflective practitioners
has been selected. Through the support of The Fetzer Institute, the committee
will meet once a year for three years to review and enhance the philanthropy
education content. A list of the members follows. Nine of the scholars represent
each of the universities that are considering working with LTG as the lead
institution in their state for dissemination. The committee will meet for the first
time October 24, 25, and 261h at Season's on the campus of The Fetzer Institute.
Progress Report
Philanthropy Themes and Benchmarks
These are scheduled for review by the National Content Advisory Committee.
Units, Lessons, and Assessment
Over 300 lessons are on the LTG Web-site. Almost 100 additional lessons were
written this summer. By spring 2002, over 500 lessons are expected to be posted
on the site. We are very close to having a sample lesson for each of the
philanthropy benchmarks, and also a sample philanthropy lesson that meets the
Michigan Education Assessment Program (MEAP) benchmarks for social
studies.
The assessment test questions have been reviewed by the Fairness Committee.
By spring sample questions will be available on the Web-site for teachers to
download to create their own tests, or they may use a sample test developed by
LTG. A valid standardized test will not be available for a few more years.
Pilot and Demonstrations Schools
Almost 30 schools have committed a building to teaching two philanthropy units
each year at every grade level for at least three years. Two school systems,
Muskegon Catholic Central and Muskegon Mona Shores, have committed their
districts K-12 and all buildings. The pilot schools will participate in the evaluation
research of LTG being led by Michigan State University. This includes formal

�field-testing of lessons, completion of teacher and student surveys, teacher
journals, three de-briefing meetings each year, and submission of all philanthropy
student work. The list of pilot schools follows. We are still recruiting a Detroit
Public Schools High School.
In addition, several schools have asked to be demonstration sites. These
schools are committed to teaching the units at each grade level, but they will not
be participating in the research study because more than enough schools have
already volunteered for the research. A final list of demonstration schools will be
available by mid-year, many are in the final decision stages.
Teacher Support Materials
Briefing Papers
Twenty-one new graduate student produced briefing papers were received in the
spring. They are in the final editing process and will be placed on the Web
shortly. This brings the total number of papers to forty. The first literature briefs
have been received, analyzing the relationship of the books: My Antonia, Great
Expectations, The Grapes of Wrath, and The Education of Little Tree, to LTG
philanthropy themes.
High School CD ROM and Textbook Supplement
The outline has been completed for some time. We are awaiting a decision from
the Association of Fund-Raising Professionals foundation regarding matching the
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation challenge grant for this new resource.
Professional Development
Masters Degree in Education with a Philanthropy Endorsement
The online M.A. in Education with a philanthropy concentration is well underway
in partnership with Ferris State University. There will be two summer residential
sessions for 12 credit hours held in Grand Rapids, which are required to meet the
university accreditation requirements for offering a Masters Degree. The other
24 credit hours will be available online. In addition, a certificate in philanthropy
will be available for people who do not wish to have the M.A. or the teaching
certification, but are interested in the philanthropy content. With luck, the first
summer residential session will be held during the summer of 2002.
Summer Institutes
Summer institutes, 2002, for teachers are planned in Michigan and Ohio, with the
possibility of a third institute in New Hampshire. The Ohio Institute will be held
again at the Mandel Center at Case Western Reserve.
Dissemination and Publicity
Web-site
The Web-site continues to be developed. If the funding components fall into
place the site will be enhanced by adding components for students, parents, and
community leaders. Then the whole site will become more interactive.

�Newsletters/Brochures
The basic brochure has been reprinted, and is included for your use.
Newsletters are produced bi-annually. The fall newsletter is due to be mailed in
mid-November.
National Publicity
LTG has been recently mentioned or highlighted in:
Foundation News and Commentary
The Association Management Magazine
Corporation for National Service online newsletter
Conference Presentations
Many school district and state presentations about LTG have been given. The
larger groups include presentations completed or planned this fall:
National Educational Computing Conference-Chicago
Governor's Education Summit
National Association of State Charity Officials-Baltimore
Michigan Association of School Boards State Conference
INDEPENDENT SECTOR-Atlanta (we will also have a booth)
National Council for Social Studies-Washington
Keynote speaker-Dan Moore from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Panel discussion-Kathy Agard from CMF/LTG
Four workshop sessions by Michigan LTG teachers
Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals-State Conference
Women in Philanthropy Conference-Dallas
Publications
Learning to Give-Family Foundation booklet continues to sell well
In final editing statesHandbook in philanthropy education for parents
Handbook in philanthropy education for educators
Handbook in philanthropy education for foundation program officers
(These grow out of the parent involvement grant from the
McGregor Foundation).
The next Steering Committee meeting is scheduled for May, 2002.

�Learning to Give
Council of Michigan Foundations
Pilot Schools
Grade Level

School Building

School District

Crowell Elementary (urban)
Open School (urban)
Maplewood Elementary (suburban)
Churchill Elementary (suburban)
Lincoln Park Elementary (suburban)
Ross Park Elementary (suburban)
St. Michael's Elementary (urban)
Onekama Elementary (rural)
Twin Lake Elementary (suburban)
Barth Elementary (urban)
Cory Elementary (urban)
Hale Creek Elementary (urban)
Merriman Elementary (urban)
Romulus Elementary (urban)
Wick Elementary (urban)
Douglas Elementary (urban)

Albion Public Schools
Albion Public Schools
Holland Public Schools
Mona Shores Public Schools
Mona Shores Public Schools
Mona Shores Public Schools
Muskegon Catholic Central
Onekama Consolidated
Reeths-Puffer Public Schools
Romulus Public Schools
Romulus Public Schools
Romulus Public Schools
Romulus Public Schools
Romulus Public Schools
Romulus Public Schools
Saugatuck Public Schools

Black River Public (urban)·
Mona Shores Middle School (suburban)
Muskegon Catholic Central
Thurston Middle Schools (Suburban)

Holland Charter School
Mona Shores Public Schools
Muskegon Catholic Central
St. Charles Community

Black River Public (urban)
Mona Shores High School (suburban)
Muskegon Catholic Central

Holland Charter School
Mona Shores Public Schools
Muskegon Catholic Central

Elementary Schools

Middle Schools

High Schools

�Learning to Give
Council of Michigan Foundations
National Partnerships and Endorsements

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National Partnerships
Association of Fund Raising Professionals
Council on Foundations
Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers
Independent Sector
National Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy, The Urban Institute
National Council for Social Studies
National Council on Black Philanthropy
National Council of Nonprofit Associations

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National Endorsements
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
Center for Civic Education
Center for Partnership Studies
Council of Great City Schools
Educators for Social Responsibility
National Alliance for Business-Business Coalition for Education Reform
National Alliance of Black School Educators
National Association of Elementary School Principals
National Association of Secondary School Principals
National Conference of State Legislatures
National School Boards Association
Social Science Education Consortium

�Learning to Give
Council of Michigan Foundations
National Content Advisory Committee
Chair: Eugene Tempel
Executive Director
Center on Philanthropy
Indiana University
Robert H. Bremner
Professor of History Emeritus
The John Glenn Institute
Public Service and Public Policy
Ohio State University

Sarah Jane Rehnborg
RGK Center for Philanthropy and
Community Service
LBJ School of Public Affairs
University of Texas at Austin

Grant Cioffi
Associate Professor
Department of Education
University of New Hampshire

Thomas H. Sander
Executive Director
The Saguaro SeminarCivic Engagement in America
Harvard University
John F. Kennedy School of Government

Robin Douthitt
Dean, School of Human Ecology
Center for Women in Philanthropy
University of Wisconsin-Madison
JoMarie Goerge
Program Officer
The Fetzer Institute
David Lawrence Jr.
President
Early Childhood Initiative Foundation
Florida International University
Wayne Muller
Executive Director
Bread for the Journey
Brian O'Connell
Professor of Public Service
University College of Citizenship
and Public Service
Tufts University
Lincoln Filene Center
Joel Orosz
Distinguished Professor in Philanthropy
Dorothy A. Johnson Center on Philanthropy
Grand Valley State University
Marilyn Page
Penn State University

Frank E. Scott
Assistant Professor of Public Administration
Public Administration Program
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
San Francisco State University
Andrea Walton
Department of Educational Leadership and
Policy Studies
Indiana University
Mark Wilson
Associate Professor
Geography/Urban and Regional Planning
and Institute for Public Policy Research
Michigan State University

Ex Officio
Russell G. Mawby
Chairman, Learning to Give
Chairman Emeritus
W .K. Kellogg Foundaion
RobertS. Collier
President
Council of Michigan Foundations
Kathryn Ann Agard
Executive Director, Learning to Give
Council of Michigan Foundations
Barbara Dillbeck
Teacher-in-Residence, Learning to Give
Council of Michigan Foundations

�LESSON IN CARING: THE ABCS OF GIVING STUDENTS LEARN SOME
OF THE BASICS OF PHILANTHROPY
Detroit Free Press (MI)
By JULIE ROSS FREE PRESS EDUCATION WRITER
Date: October 4, 200 I; Page: I8
Edition: METRO FINAL; Section: NWS
Illustration: Photo HUGH GRANN UM/Detroit Free Press
Memo: AMERICA RESPONDS IN CLASSROOMS

Teacher Ramona Purdy scrawled the word on a yellow strip of paper over the chalkboard and
asked her two dozen students to define it.
Philanthropy. Fil-an-thro-pee.
A tough concept for adults, sure, but try it on fourth- and fifth-graders. Most stared blankly at the
board inside Detroit's VanZile Elementary School.
"Let's take ourselves back to the World Trade Center, when people came out to volunteer
together for the common good," she said as she scribbled the definition underneath the yellow
strip. "What were they giving? Their time, talent and treasure.
"That's philanthropy," she said, "the giving of one's time, talent or treasure."
Schools, to varying degrees, have for years taught the hows and whys of helping others, but the
character lessons have taken on a new importance after last month's ten·orist attacks.
Now the state is renewing interest by promoting pre-packaged lesson plans on its Web site-plans that are easy for teachers to download and follow, take up about 45-minute blocks of class
time and match the state's learning goals.
The "Learning to Give" plans are available for every grade level and were written by Michigan
teachers three years ago under grants from the W.K. Kellogg, Ford, Surdna, and Ewing Marion
Kauffman foundations and the Lilly Endowment. The project was organized by the Council of
Michigan Foundations.
Grosse Pointe, Plymouth-Canton and Romulus schools have used the Michigan lesson plans, and
teachers in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Texas and Ohio are creating similar packets.

�"If we, as a system, don't become better at teaching children that it's not about me, but what I can
do for others, we've tmly lost it," said Purdy, who wrote Wednesday's lesson for the project. "It's
something we've gotten away from and we need to get back to, especially after last month's
events."
The lessons cover everything from nonprofit organizations to the difference between being a
hero and being famous.

�Kindergartners might talk about sharing their toys while sixth-graders may read biographies of
children who lived in Japanese internment camps following the Pearl Harbor attacks. High
school students are encouraged to research nonprofit agencies and volunteer their time after
school.
"Many people think of philanthropy as an older fellow who digs in his pockets and gives
money," said Janice Peterson, who teaches preschool at Woodward Elementary School in
Detroit. "But even the littlest ones have the capacity to be productive and to help their
community. If we get to them early and teach about caring, it is an investment that pays off in the
long run."
As part of their philanthropy lesson, Peterson has her students clean the school playground each
year. She then has them discuss their feelings of accomplislunent to reinforce the idea of feeling
good after giving.
Purdy's students offered several examples of how they and their families help others.
"My mom said it was real important to help people when the planes crashed. She doesn't know if
it's going to happen again, so she gave some money," said 10-year-old Keisha Joyce.
John Kirk, 9, said he gives lost motorists directions and delivers messages within his apartment
building for disabled neighbors.
"Some don't have food or family, so if we give them money or food, they'll be happier and might
forget they don't have family," he said.

T.J. Bucholz, a department of education spokesm an, said the state also is collecting money to
send to the September 11th Fund in New York, eannarked to aid children, and providing
information to school administrators on how to help students deal with last month's attacks.
"It is just as important to teach philanthropy as it is to teach social studies or math or science," he
said.

"Learning to Give"lessonplansareat/child2child/index.htm."&gt;www.state.mi.us
/mde/child2chi ld/index.htm.
Contact JULIE ROSS at 313-223-4534 or ross@freepress.com.

�Caption: Ramona Purdy, a teacher at VanZile Elementary School in Detroit, teaches her
students the importance of giving. Schools are starting to emphasize lessons in philanthropy. At
VanZile Elementary, Purdy helps her students define philanthropy, using volunteers at the site
of the World Trade Center as an example. "What were they giving? Their time, talent and
treasure. That's philanthropy."
This electronic version may differ slightly from the printed article.
The Detroit Free Press archives are stored on a SAVE (tm) newspaper library system from MediaStream, a Knight Ridder company.

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