Criteria for Philanthropy at Its Best
Basic information
- Host or sponsor: Umbrella organisation
- Type: Self-Assessment
- Year established: 2009
- Status: Active
- Thematic area: Philanthropy
- Summary: The Criteria for Philanthropy is a report written by the NCRP as a standard for self-assessment by philanthropic organisations. The document highlights the importance of values, ethics, effectiveness and commitment, and was written to provide a benchmark for philanthropic organisations. There are no monitoring, complaints or compliance mechanisms.
Contact details
- Host organisation: National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy
- Acronym: NCRP
- Website: www.ncrp.org
- Email: info@ncrp.org
- Phone: +1 (202) 387-9177
- Address: 2001 S St., NW Suite 620 Washington, D.C. 20009 USA
Areas addressed
- Principles or standards: Principles-based
- Communications / advocacy / fundraising:
- General commitment to transparency
- Governance and Management:
- General commitment to good governance
- Anti-Corruption
- Board structure
- Stewardship of funds
Further info: The Criteria also address commitments to marginalised and lower income groups, requiring reasonable reporting, and providing funds for advocacy, organising and civic engagement activities.
