NCRP promotes philanthropy that serves the public good, is responsive to people and communities with the least wealth and opportunity, and is held accountable to the highest standards of integrity and openness.   We envision a fair, just and democratic society in which the common good is recognized as a high priority; where a robust public sector is empowered to protect, preserve and extend the commonly held resources and the public interest; where a vital nonprofit sector provides voice and value to those most in need; and where all people enjoy equality of opportunity, access and fair treatment without discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, economic status, national origin or other identities. We envision philanthropy at its best contributing to this vision of society by operating with the highest standards of integrity and openness, and by investing in people and communities with the least wealth and opportunity and nonprofit organizations that serve and represent them. Philanthropy at its best serves the public good, not private interest. NCRP believes that the public has a legitimate interest in the use of philanthropic resources. LEARN MORE Philanthropy at its best employs grantmaking practices that most effectively help nonprofits achieve their missions. NCRP believes that both grantmakers and nonprofit organizations are committed to improving society. LEARN MORE Philanthropy at its best strengthens democracy by responding to the needs of those with the least wealth and opportunity. NCRP believes that philanthropy has a special responsibility to nurture and strengthen democracy and that the nonprofit sector is uniquely suited to promote the health and vitality of our pluralistic society. LEARN MORE Since 1976, NCRP has used research and advocacy to urge the philanthropic community to provide nonprofit organizations with essential resources and opportunities to effectively serve disadvantaged and disenfranchised populations and communities. LEARN MORE

See NCRP's Staff members MORE >> NCRP was founded in 1976 by The Donee Group; a coalition of nonprofit leaders. MORE >> In September 2007, the NCRP board of directors approved a strategic plan that would guide the organization’s programming for the next five years. MORE >>  See NCRP's list of jobs and internships MORE >>