http://www.michiganfoundations.org/s_cmf/sec.asp?CID=342&DID=557Council of Michigan FoundationsCMFTo be the premier philanthropic membership association serving grantmakers in Michigan.To strengthen, promote and increase philanthropy in Michigan.Ethical LeadershipRelationshipsServant LeadershipKnowledgeExcellenceDiversity & Inclusion1Legislative and Regulatory AdvocacyAdvocate for a legislative and regulatory environment conducive to philanthropy.2EducationEducate foundation staff and trustees about effective practice.3Philanthropy in MichiganIncrease organized philanthropy in Michigan. 4Critical NeedsLead and support collaborative philanthropic responses to critical needs. 5Networking in MichiganNetwork Michigan grantmakers with each other and with grantseekers. 6Public Understanding and AppreciationPromote public understanding of and appreciation for the role of philanthropy.