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Tropman Research Conference

April 8, 2010 - Join us for the annual Tropman Research Conference. Read More

Turning to Social Services

Social service agencies are seeing greater demand as more people turn to them for help. Read More

Neighbor-Aid

The Pittsburgh Foundation announces campaign to support nonprofits. Read More

Rocky Times All Around

Charities face the same rocky times as clients. Read More

Nonprofits Need to Master Change

Study finds that nonprofit leaders need to master changing environment. Read More

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Welcome to The Forbes Funds

The mission of The Forbes Funds is to strengthen the management and policy-making capacity of the nonprofit sector by providing the support, resources and knowledge needed for high-performing nonprofits. We pursue our mission by helping philanthropists to become better grant makers and helping providers to better serve the needs of their communities.

We accomplish our mission through grantmaking, applied research and sector leadership activities.

Save the Date! 2010 Research Conference

Plan to be there April 8, 2010, as researchers reveal their work of the past year on topics that reflect the realities of our current employment and fiscal situation. Read more …

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