Strategic Philanthropic Planning
We have the expertise and experience to work with you at any stage of your grantmaking—from conception to implementation. We can work with you to:
- Facilitate discussions about starting a foundation or other philanthropic options
- Define your vision and goals
- Develop and refine your grantmaking strategy
Program Services
We can develop or strengthen your grantmaking program by helping to:
- Identify and assess potential grantees and conduct site visits
- Make grant recommendations and prepare dockets
- Monitor and evaluate your grantmaking program
- Develop grant guidelines
- Provide donor education opportunities
Board Support
We offer support with the day to day details of running your philanthropic program, as well as with long-term organizational development:
- Develop plan for size, composition, tenure, etc. of board
- Conduct board member search
- Facilitate board meetings and group discussions
- Maintain board and corporate records
Grants Management
We can help you achieve an efficient, streamlined grants management system:
- Coordinate applicant intake process
- Administer grants and facilitate post-grant reporting system
- Manage ongoing communication with applicants and grantees
Financial and General Administration
At Tides Foundation, we have financial and administrative departments ready to:
- Establish and maintain books
- Manage outside audit or review
- Manage income and disbursements, including checking account
- Arrange for tax and regulatory reporting
- Provide timely financial reporting to the board of directors
- Identify appropriate asset management services
- Coordinate preparation and production of public materials
- Advise on administrative structure and long-term planning
