Abortion is one of the toughest issues facing corporate foundations.

From 2002 to 2006, the following conservative and corporate foundations funded the Center:

In consideration for several months, a corporate foundation has been established in September 2011.

Most corporate foundations rely on the relevant company's annual income.

Giving by corporate and community foundations also very likely slipped last year, the center said.

Many corporate foundations have cut back because of the recession, she said, and increasingly, "the arts will compete with human services for money."

Community and corporate foundations are often excellent sources for grant funds in their local communities.

Sponsorship is provided by 38 corporate foundations, businesses and private donors.

G.E.'s corporate foundation gave away about $40 million last year, primarily to educational institutions.

America Online started a corporate foundation last year, as well, dedicated to helping the Internet have a positive impact on society.