Public Sector Foundation Management
Leveraging private sector philanthropy for community benefit
McDonald & Harden helps communities develop, and manage public sector foundations that support local education, healthcare, park systems, museums, libraries, and economic development. Our services include the establishment and organization of public sector foundations, financial management, fundraising, and compliance, as well as, providing development, marketing, and related financial staffing.
The foundations that we work with supplement the local tax-payer funding with philanthropic support that ultimately helps communities advance, all while offering charitable giving benefits for their donors.
Legal Formation
Audit & Compliance
Audit & Compliance
M&H guides public entities through every step of legal foundation formation — from structuring and filings to governance and compliance — ensuring each organization is built on a strong, transparent, and sustainable legal framework for long-term success.
Audit & Compliance
Audit & Compliance
Audit & Compliance
Our team provides comprehensive audit and compliance services that safeguard public resources and maintain regulatory confidence. We help organizations establish clear reporting systems, ensure adherence to requirements, and strengthen accountability across every level of operation.
Board Structure
Audit & Compliance
Philanthropic Development
Our advisors help organizations design effective board structures that promote transparency, accountability, and strategic direction. We guide the development of bylaws, roles, and governance practices that strengthen leadership and support long-term organizational success.
Philanthropic Development
Philanthropic Development
Philanthropic Development
We help public foundations build lasting philanthropic capacity through strategic donor engagement and stewardship. Our approach connects mission to impact, inspiring individuals, businesses, and foundations to invest in the long-term growth and vitality of their communities.
Managment / Staffing
Philanthropic Development
Organization Assessment
We provide guidance in foundation staffing and management to ensure efficiency, accountability, and mission alignment. From defining roles to overseeing daily operations, we help build teams and systems that sustain long-term organizational performance and impact.
Organization Assessment
Philanthropic Development
Organization Assessment
We conduct comprehensive organizational assessments that evaluate structure, capacity, and effectiveness. By identifying strengths and gaps, we deliver actionable recommendations that enhance performance, align resources, and position public foundations for sustainable growth and long-term success.