Every year, the Council on Foundations and the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers co-hosts Foundations on the Hill (FOTH), a two-day legislative and public policy event in Washington, DC for foundation staff and philanthropic leaders.  The goal of FOTH is to promote to members of Congress the important role foundations and philanthropy play in serving the public good.
 
Because we believe that building strong relationships with lawmakers is one of the most effective ways foundations can communicate their message, FOTH offers the ideal opportunity for foundation staff members, board members, and trustees to personally meet and discuss their work with their elected representative and senators. To prepare for their meetings on Capitol Hill, participants receive training, background materials, and legislative briefings on key charitable sector issues.
The Focus of Foundations on the Hill is to:

·        Inform and educate Congress about philanthropy
·        Create visibility for foundations and philanthropy on Capitol Hill
·        Advocate on issues affecting foundations
·        Encourage Congress to view foundations as resources on key public policy issues