Philanthropic Foundations Canada Strengthening Canadian Philanthropy We are Canada’s national philanthropic network working together towards a more just, equitable and sustainable world. What we do Harnessing the power of philanthropy to effect change PFC helps foundations and other grantmakers collaborate with partners from civil society, business and governments to strengthen the common good. Annual Report 2023 A continuing stream of capacity-building and learning activities among members and other sector practitioners, as well as network-wide collaboration initiatives, partnership projects, research and public policy-advancing work. A community of changemakers PFC is a growing network of foundations and other grantmaking organizations working together towards a more just, equitable and sustainable world. Philanthropy has a vital role to play in identifying and responding to need. In doing so, philanthropy contributes to a stronger and more sustainable civil society, CAPACITY BUILDING We work with members to strengthen their governance, programming, and relationships. COLLABORATION We create inclusive spaces for philanthropic organizations to engage in dialogue, learn and act collaboratively to amplify their collective voices and resources. RESEARCH & PUBLIC POLICY We help to translate evidence-based learning into actionable practice and policy. Latest publications Resources Browse updates on our sector, in-depth analysis, and unique tools to support your mission 2025 Canadian Philanthropic Foundations Salary & Benefits Report Trump 2.0 and US Philanthropy: Reflections and Actions for Canadian Philanthropic Foundations PFC Submission for the Government of Canada 2025 Pre-budget Consultations – March 10, 2025 Building a Social Finance Ecosystem Addressing the Housing Crisis – Housing – Akoma Local Welcoming 2024 News & Insights PFC News Foundations are ready to work with government and new cabinet to build Canada strong PFC/FPC PFC News 2 mins read May 14, 2025 PFC News Investing in People: Key takeaways from the 2025 Canadian Philanthropic Salary & Benefits Report Jean-Marc Mangin PFC News 6 mins read May 9, 2025 Sector Insights Canada’s charities: Essential to community, democracy, and economic prosperity Sector Insights Apr 23, 2025 By Jean-Marc Mangin, President & CEO, Philanthropic Foundations Canada and Bruce MacDonald, President & CEO, Imagine Canada Guest Posts Acting with Courage and Clarity: Philanthropy’s Role in Repairing a Fractured World Arti Freeman Guest Posts 6 mins read Apr 17, 2025 Sector Insights In an election like no other, an anxious non-profit sector meets its own ‘elbows up’ moment Sector Insights Apr 16, 2025 With a looming recession and increased attacks on civil society, Canadian sector leaders report that there is a resolve – a sense that if a […] PFC Newsletter 2025.04.10 PFC Newsletter – April 2025 PFC Newsletter Apr 10, 2025
PFC News Foundations are ready to work with government and new cabinet to build Canada strong PFC/FPC PFC News 2 mins read May 14, 2025
PFC News Investing in People: Key takeaways from the 2025 Canadian Philanthropic Salary & Benefits Report Jean-Marc Mangin PFC News 6 mins read May 9, 2025
Sector Insights Canada’s charities: Essential to community, democracy, and economic prosperity Sector Insights Apr 23, 2025 By Jean-Marc Mangin, President & CEO, Philanthropic Foundations Canada and Bruce MacDonald, President & CEO, Imagine Canada
Guest Posts Acting with Courage and Clarity: Philanthropy’s Role in Repairing a Fractured World Arti Freeman Guest Posts 6 mins read Apr 17, 2025
Sector Insights In an election like no other, an anxious non-profit sector meets its own ‘elbows up’ moment Sector Insights Apr 16, 2025 With a looming recession and increased attacks on civil society, Canadian sector leaders report that there is a resolve – a sense that if a […]