This special edition of Private Foundation Law Made Easy is brought to you by The National Christian Foundation (NCF). As one of America's leading strategic partners for private foundations, NCF offers resources, charitable giving expertise, and innovative solutions to help families make the most of their philanthropy. We have helped hundreds of foundation leaders navigate the complex legal landscape of private foundations so they can accomplish their true mission-giving to change the world. Since 1982, The National Christian Foundation and our nationwide network of Local Christian Foundation Affiliates has granted more than $2 billion to over 15,000 nonprofits by serving the charitable giving needs of individuals, families, private foundations, churches, ministries, and professional advisors. NCF would like to thank author, Bruce Hopkins, for the opportunity to sponsor this special edition of Private Foundation Law Made Easy. This book has been a valuable resource, and we are proud to offer it now as a key tool in our ongoing work with private foundations.

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