The Adams County Community Foundation adheres to the rigorous standards set forth by the Council on Foundations. The National Standards for US Community Foundations Accreditation Program certifies US community foundations that meet and exceed federal and state law requirements in practice and by policy. The accreditation process is rigorous, and its undertaking demonstrates a community foundation’s commitment to accountability and excellence to its donors, its community, policymakers, and the public.
The Community Foundations National Standards Board confirms operational excellence in six key areas: mission, structure, and governance; resource development; stewardship and accountability; grantmaking and community leadership; donor relations; and communications. Community foundations submit documentation to confirm they meet the National Standards for US Community Foundations. This documentation is peer-reviewed. Community foundations reconfirm their accreditation annually.
Foundations that comply with these standards may display the official National Standards Seal. Today nearly 500 community foundations have earned the seal—one of which is the Adams County Community Foundation.
For more information about the program, visit www.cfstandards.org.