Change moves at the speed of trustees.
Two connected pathways to broaden philanthropic leadership and strengthen foundation decision-making.
A broader table builds stronger foundations.
Family foundation governance often remains concentrated within donor families, limiting whose knowledge, expertise, and perspectives shape institutional decisions.
Why it matters~4 in 5
Family foundation board seats are held by family members, on average.
89%
Of surveyed lean-foundation board members identify as White.
46%
Of surveyed family foundations have boards made up exclusively of family members.
Two pathways. A stronger future.
01
Change who is at the table.
Future Funders Trustee Network
A pathway that prepares proximate leaders for foundation board service and supports them through placement and integration.
02
Change how the table operates.
PL Learning Journey
An 8–12-week facilitated process that helps trustees and executives examine assumptions, bring different forms of knowledge into decision-making, and practice more intentional governance.
