Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy

This policy governs all types of confidential and privileged information.

Confidentiality Policy

The purpose of this policy is to protect the interest of the Foundation and its tax-exempt status when it is contemplating entering into a transaction or arrangement that might benefit the private interest of an officer, trustee, committee member, or employee either directly or indirectly.

Donor-Initiated Fundraising Policy

The purpose of this policy is to clarify the types of independent-fundraising activities donors may undertake to support a specific fund at CFNIL and the responsibilities of each party in relation to those activities.

Grants Policy

This policy relates to the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL) Grants Programs

Fraudulent or Dishonest Conduct and Whistleblower Policy 

This policy reflects CFNIL's practices and principles of behavior that support a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of conduct and ethics. 

Privacy Policy and Website Terms of Use

This document demonstrates the Foundation’s commitment to the privacy of donors and website users.

Scholarship Policy

This policy relates to the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois (CFNIL) Scholarship Program.