Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IFMA Foundation?
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.
Learn more - see the Foundation Brochure (20Mb .pdf).
Also check out our FM Career Brochure (.pdf)
Are my gifts to the IFMA Foundation tax-deductible?
To the extent allowable by law, contributions to the IFMA Foundation are deductible. Special rules apply to Canadian and other non-U.S. residents.How will the IFMA Foundation use my gift?
The IFMA Foundation hosts the Accredited Degree Program for FM programs at higher education institutions, 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.Will all donations be spent in the year received?
No. While the IFMA Foundation supports as many projects as possible, the Foundation also maintains investments from which income generated will work to support programs in future years.
Do scholarship recipients have to attend an IFMA Accredited Degree Program?
No. The IFMA Foundation serves the public good and our work is not limited to IFMA membership in any way.