A case is made for the need of preserving private institutions in American society. (CK)

The nature and origins of the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education are discussed. Emphasis is placed on origin; membership; relationship to Carnegie Corporation and to the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching; relationship to higher education and government; the commission's legitimacy; schedule and activities; and achievements,…

The question of whether foundations should engage in activities having a bearing on public policy development is discussed. Tax exempt private foundations have had a long, controversial history of participation in public policy formation. They contribute to policy development by means of various techniques that include support of established…