Nonprofit Characteristics Foundations Seek Before Making Grants

Foundations also look to see that nonprofits are incorporated and have their IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, that their programs and services are headed by a strong executive director, and that operational concerns — finances, employee benefits, etc. — are accounted for. Herbert suggested looking into joining state associations for health benefits and more, offering the National Council of Nonprofits as a resource to find the appropriate state associations for your organization.