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Association of Balitmore Area Grantmakers's Social Media Policy
A document describing ABAG's goals, objectives and strategy for use of social media as part of their integrated communications plan.
Policies
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RA Board Public Policy Protocols
Regional Association board policies and protocols on adopting a public policy position.
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Investing Operating Reserve Funds
Compilation of a listserv query about where philanthropy-serving organizations are investing their operating reserve funds and if anyone is using program-related investments or impact investing strategies.
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Developing a Whistleblower Policy
The heightened focus on nonprofit accountability in recent years has spurred calls for foundations and public charities to have adequate policies and procedures in place to ensure sound governance. One such policy that has become a recommended best practice for the sector is a whistleblower protection policy, yet most nonprofits still don’t have one. Here are some basic issues to consider when developing a whistleblower protection policy for your grantmaking organization.
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Forum Listserv Policy
The Forum's listserv policy including general and legal guidelines, rules of etiquette, and how to instructions.
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Reserve & Investment Policies
A collection of sample financial policy guidelines for reserve funds and investments from philanthropy-serving organizations.