The lessons highlighted in this document come from the trials and errors of eight community foundations that participated in a year-long learning network hosted by CFLeads in 2013-14.
In partnership with Attendance Works, CFLeads implemented an innovative issue network with community teams in California to promote reading proficiency and better school performance in the early grades.
This toolkit is designed for community and public foundations that want to educate and encourage their grantees about getting involved in civic and policy activities.
This publication highlights the work of community foundations at the forefront of building democratic, equitable, and inclusive communities in partnership with their residents, civic leaders, and institutions.