Membership

• What are the Standards of Operation for a Cooperating Collection, and where can I find resources to assist my collection in meeting them?

• How can my library become a "super" Cooperating Collection?

• As a Cooperating Collection, what services does my organization receive?

• Is there boilerplate text I can use to post information on my organization's web site about the Foundation Center Cooperating Collection?

• How can I recommend new Cooperating Collections to the Foundation Center?

Placing and Receiving Orders

• How do I order complimentary subscriptions to Foundation Directory Online Professional and Foundation Grants to Individuals Online?

• How can I request a temporary user name and password to Foundation Directory Online Professional or Foundation Grants to Individuals Online for training purposes?

• How can I switch from FC Search to the Foundation Directory Online Professional?

• How can I find out about institution-wide access to Foundation Directory Online Professional for my public library system?

• Can I order FC Search for my organization in addition to subscribing Foundation Directory Online Professional?

• What is the Center's policy regarding the use of its online databases in Cooperating Collections?

• What is the policy and license agreement regarding the use of FC Search (or any of the Foundation Center's CD-ROM products) in Cooperating Collections?

• Whom do I contact if I am having technical difficulties with a Center database?

• What discount do Cooperating Collections receive when purchasing additional Foundation Center print publications?

Training Opportunities from the Foundation Center

• What is Network Days?

• How can I find out about training programs, e-learning opportunities, and orientations offered by the Foundation Center?

• How can I find out about and sign up for regional meetings?

• What if I want to host a regional meeting?

Contacting Us

• How do I notify the Center of changes in address, phone number, or personnel at my organization?

• What role do the field office staff play with CCs in their region?

• How often will my collection be visited by Center staff?

The 990-PF

• What is the Form 990-PF, and why is this document useful for grantseekers?

• How can I access 990-PF tax returns via the Foundation Center's web site?