Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the IFMA Foundation?

A: Established in 1990 as a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation, and separate entity from IFMA, the IFMA Foundation works for the public good to promote priority research and educational opportunities for the advancement of facility management. The IFMA Foundation is supported by the generosity of the FM community including IFMA members, chapters, councils, corporate sponsors and private contributors who share the belief that education and research improve the FM profession. To learn more about the good works of the IFMA Foundation, visit www.ifmafoundation.org.


Q: Are my gifts to the IFMA Foundation tax-deductible?

A: To the extent allowable by law, contributions to the IFMA Foundation are deductible. Special rules apply to Canadian and other non-U.S. residents.


Q: How will the IFMA Foundation use my gift?

A: The IFMA Foundation underwrites research studies, funds special education programs and events, and sponsors a scholarship program. All of these good works of the IFMA Foundation directly benefit facility management and related field professionals.


Q: Will all donations be spent in the year received?

A: No. While the IFMA Foundation supports as many projects as possible, the Foundation also maintains an endowment from which income generated will work to support programs in future years.


Q: Does my chapter have to make a donation to the IFMA Foundation in order to be considered for an Award of Excellence?

A: No. The IFMA Foundation is a wholly separate entity from IFMA and at no time during the Awards of Excellence judging is the IFMA Foundation consulted.


Q: Do scholarship recipients have to attend an IFMA Recognized Program?

A: No. The IFMA Foundation serves the public good and our work is not limited to IFMA membership in any way. In fact, of the eligible applications received for consideration for 2004 scholarships, 44% of the undergraduate and 84% of the graduate students were not a member of an IFMA Recognized Program.

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