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The Certificate in Grantmaking and Foundations is designed for entry- to mid-level grantmakers, both professional and volunteer. The curriculum provides a structured program built upon the core competencies necessary for philanthropic giving by individuals and grantmaking organizations. This program, the only one of its kind in the United States, addresses a long, unmet need—to train grantmakers to give wisely and with more sophistication.

Upon completion of the program, students have:
- Knowledge of the history of philanthropy in the United States and elsewhere in the world
- Familiarity with the law, the financial structures, and the nature of nonprofits and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs)
- Familiarity with the best practices, values, and ethics of grantmaking and philanthropy
- Knowledge, skills, and strategies in grantmaking, as well as current trends
- Familiarity with the evaluation of grants and the role of the grantmaker

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