Friday, October 15, 2004
Guardian Unlimited | The Guardian | When those who can, teach
Guardian Unlimited | The Guardian | When those who can, teach: "Four years ago Analia Brizuela, a cycling enthusiast, was one of 2 million young Argentinians struggling to find work; now she runs a successful cycle tour company in the popular tourist city of Salta, in the north of the country. The entrepreneurial 32-year-old is the beneficiary of a new and growing trend in corporate philanthropy: business mentoring. "
KTLA.com | LA's WB | Television Los Angeles | Park May Have the Prize of a Lifetime for One Lucky Soul
KTLA.com | LA's WB | Television Los Angeles | Park May Have the Prize of a Lifetime for One Lucky Soul: "Park May Have the Prize of a Lifetime for One Lucky Soul
Deep-pocketed hopefuls bid for charity and immortality in vying to be the 1,000th ghost at Disney's Haunted Mansion.
By Kimi Yoshino
Times Staff Writer
October 15, 2004
It's a tried-and-true fundraising gimmick: Write a check, and your name is etched in a brick pathway outside the Long Beach Aquarium, or on a wall at Dodger Stadium or the Los Angeles Philharmonic's Frank Gehry-designed concert hall.
Blending philanthropy and obsession, Disneyland took the concept to a new level Thursday. "
Deep-pocketed hopefuls bid for charity and immortality in vying to be the 1,000th ghost at Disney's Haunted Mansion.
By Kimi Yoshino
Times Staff Writer
October 15, 2004
It's a tried-and-true fundraising gimmick: Write a check, and your name is etched in a brick pathway outside the Long Beach Aquarium, or on a wall at Dodger Stadium or the Los Angeles Philharmonic's Frank Gehry-designed concert hall.
Blending philanthropy and obsession, Disneyland took the concept to a new level Thursday. "
How to check out a charity for your donations AFP Mention
How to check out a charity for your donations: "Don't be misled by organizations providing what's known as a 'tax ID number.' These numbers do not show that an organization is a charity; they're simply IRS-required employer identification numbers. Michael Nilsen, public affairs manager with the Association of Fundraising Professionals in Alexandria, Va., says he would be suspicious of any group whose members tried to use its tax ID number to gain your support."
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Fergie to Bare All for Aids Charity
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Fergie to Bare All for Aids Charity: "Fergie to Bare All for Aids Charity
By Helen William, PA News
The Duchess of York is to appear nude but for some Cartier jewels and a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes for charity, it was revealed today.
She is among several famous faces who will be appearing in the pages of Four Inches � a book being produced by the exclusive jewellery and shoe designers in aid of the Elton John Aids Foundation.
Her spokeswoman said: �The Duchess is absolutely taking part in this case. It is a fundraiser for the Elton John Aids Foundation.�"
By Helen William, PA News
The Duchess of York is to appear nude but for some Cartier jewels and a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes for charity, it was revealed today.
She is among several famous faces who will be appearing in the pages of Four Inches � a book being produced by the exclusive jewellery and shoe designers in aid of the Elton John Aids Foundation.
Her spokeswoman said: �The Duchess is absolutely taking part in this case. It is a fundraiser for the Elton John Aids Foundation.�"
Success breeds more charity - Money - smh.com.au
Success breeds more charity - Money - smh.com.au: "Giving to charities or other causes occurs in a reasonable number of Australian households already. Using figures from the Australian Tax Office and Philanthropy Australia, Perpetual Trustees, which acts as trustee of the Ramaciotti Foundation, estimates that one in three taxpayers claims a tax deduction for a charitable donation each year, but most of those donations are of the one-off variety."
Arbiter Online - Universities turning tricks for corporations
Arbiter Online - Universities turning tricks for corporations: "The relationship between corporations and universities is becoming more common, and subsequent to this, more unequal, as discussion about the impacts of this relationship is drowned out.
In an excerpt from �Leasing the Ivory Tower� by Lawrence C. Soley, Soley writes, �The story about universities in the 1980s and 1990s is that they will turn a trick for anybody with money to invest; and the only ones with money are corporations, millionaires, and foundations. These investments in universities have dramatically changed the mission of higher education; they have led universities to attend to the interests of their well-heeled patrons, rather than those of students.�
Where university donors used to be philanthropic individuals with the altruistic intention of simply giving back to their educational roots or investing in the general well-being higher education, today the process has become frighteningly quid pro quo."
In an excerpt from �Leasing the Ivory Tower� by Lawrence C. Soley, Soley writes, �The story about universities in the 1980s and 1990s is that they will turn a trick for anybody with money to invest; and the only ones with money are corporations, millionaires, and foundations. These investments in universities have dramatically changed the mission of higher education; they have led universities to attend to the interests of their well-heeled patrons, rather than those of students.�
Where university donors used to be philanthropic individuals with the altruistic intention of simply giving back to their educational roots or investing in the general well-being higher education, today the process has become frighteningly quid pro quo."
The Union Leader and New Hampshire Sunday News - 15-Oct-04 - Cisco president Morgridge pitches for philanthropy
The Union Leader and New Hampshire Sunday News - 15-Oct-04 - Cisco president Morgridge pitches for philanthropy: "BEDFORD � Cisco Systems President John P. Morgridge, the keynote speaker yesterday at the third annual e-cares 'Breakfast for Champions,' encouraged business people from the state's technology community to get more involved with the community and philanthropy. "
Who takes from the givers? - OCT 15, 2004 Singapore
Who takes from the givers? - OCT 15, 2004: "THE tagline of a website, www.give.org, that monitors non-profit organisations in the United States says 'investigate before you donate'. In Singapore, those words of wisdom seem to fall on deaf ears.
Singaporeans are so trusting that few, if any, bother to check on the charities that accept their hard-earned money."
Singaporeans are so trusting that few, if any, bother to check on the charities that accept their hard-earned money."
Thursday, October 14, 2004
ABC News: Saudi Charity Remains Open Despite Order
ABC News: Saudi Charity Remains Open Despite Order: "RIYADH, Saudi Arabia Oct. 14, 2004 � A charity that Washington accuses of helping finance terrorist activities was still open Thursday the deadline that the government ordered for its operations to be dissolved and an official said employees do not know when their last day of work will be.
The official, who would not give his name, said the Riyadh-based al-Haramain Foundation has been notified of the government decision to close it, but a committee entrusted with setting a time for the closure had not decided when that day will come.
'Come here Saturday, come here Sunday and you will see employees reporting to work,' the official said. 'The closure cannot happen with the push of a button.' "
The official, who would not give his name, said the Riyadh-based al-Haramain Foundation has been notified of the government decision to close it, but a committee entrusted with setting a time for the closure had not decided when that day will come.
'Come here Saturday, come here Sunday and you will see employees reporting to work,' the official said. 'The closure cannot happen with the push of a button.' "
The Chronicle: 10/14/2004: D.C.-Area Charities Face Hard Times
The Chronicle: 10/14/2004: D.C.-Area Charities Face Hard Times: "D.C.-Area Charities Face Hard Times
By Sharnell Bryan
Human-services charities in the Washington metropolitan area have been laying off staff members and cutting services because of hard economic times, a new study has found.
The report on the study, which analyzed the finances of 124 charities, says that many of the groups faced increased demand for their services and rising costs from 1998 to 2002 but their revenue didn't grow nearly as fast. Beyond the cutbacks, charity officials said they were seeking new sources of revenue and dipping into their financial reserves."
By Sharnell Bryan
Human-services charities in the Washington metropolitan area have been laying off staff members and cutting services because of hard economic times, a new study has found.
The report on the study, which analyzed the finances of 124 charities, says that many of the groups faced increased demand for their services and rising costs from 1998 to 2002 but their revenue didn't grow nearly as fast. Beyond the cutbacks, charity officials said they were seeking new sources of revenue and dipping into their financial reserves."
The Daily Camera: Tech Plus Industry adjusts to do-not-call list
The Daily Camera: Tech Plus: "Some telemarketing firms have shifted to fund-raising for nonprofits
By Joe Ruff, Associated Press
October 14, 2004
OMAHA, Neb. � In the months before the national do-not-call list went into effect, Stuart Discount laid off more than 150 of his workers at his telemarketing company. Now, however, the company is back to full strength.
'We've done a good job of rehiring,' said Discount, president of Tele-Response Center Inc., which employs more than 500 people at its Philadelphia headquarters and two call centers in West Virginia. "
By Joe Ruff, Associated Press
October 14, 2004
OMAHA, Neb. � In the months before the national do-not-call list went into effect, Stuart Discount laid off more than 150 of his workers at his telemarketing company. Now, however, the company is back to full strength.
'We've done a good job of rehiring,' said Discount, president of Tele-Response Center Inc., which employs more than 500 people at its Philadelphia headquarters and two call centers in West Virginia. "
San Mateo County Times Online - Business News Car Donors stalled by new rules
San Mateo County Times Online - Business News: "Car donors stalled by new rules
By Nicholas Yulico, BUSINESS WRITER
The rules are set to tighten on how you claim a deduction when donating a car to charity. Donors stand to lose, and charities are afraid that means donations will drop. "
By Nicholas Yulico, BUSINESS WRITER
The rules are set to tighten on how you claim a deduction when donating a car to charity. Donors stand to lose, and charities are afraid that means donations will drop. "
When corporate sponsors balked, private donors from around the world stepped in to fund the Carnegie International
When corporate sponsors balked, private donors from around the world stepped in to fund the Carnegie International: "When the 54th Carnegie International opened last Friday, the festivities served as a reunion for 57 people whose generosity funded nearly one quarter of the exhibit's cost.
John Heller, Post-Gazette
At the Carnegie International's opening gala Friday, a cocktail hour was set up in the museum's lobby. The International runs through March 20.
Carnegie International Gala
Performance artists go live for opening of Carnegie International
Cartoon artist tries to maintain outsider status as art world embraces him
Known as Friends of the 2004 Carnegie International, these 57 affluent donors contributed more than $700,000 to the $3 million exhibit once it became clear that no single local corporation would serve as lead sponsor. Lead sponsors usually make a major contribution ranging from $500,000 to $1 million. Forty of the 57 individuals -- or 20 out of 25 couples -- gave at least $10,000, and some much more."
John Heller, Post-Gazette
At the Carnegie International's opening gala Friday, a cocktail hour was set up in the museum's lobby. The International runs through March 20.
Carnegie International Gala
Performance artists go live for opening of Carnegie International
Cartoon artist tries to maintain outsider status as art world embraces him
Known as Friends of the 2004 Carnegie International, these 57 affluent donors contributed more than $700,000 to the $3 million exhibit once it became clear that no single local corporation would serve as lead sponsor. Lead sponsors usually make a major contribution ranging from $500,000 to $1 million. Forty of the 57 individuals -- or 20 out of 25 couples -- gave at least $10,000, and some much more."
Boston.com / News / Local / Web venture to help schools reach out
Boston.com / News / Local / Web venture to help schools reach out: "Web venture to help schools reach out
By Caroline Louise Cole, Globe Correspondent | October 14, 2004
An Essex lawyer, frustrated with a lack of easy communication at his child's elementary school, is offering to take over and run the websites for several North Shore school departments, and is suggesting he can make up to $875,000 a year for the school districts through the venture.
Richard Trembowicz is calling his service EdNets and has launched a startup company called EdTech Networks Inc. to capture what he believes is a multimillion-dollar market in providing a web hosting service to public schools in the region, by selling advertising to both small companies and major corporations."
By Caroline Louise Cole, Globe Correspondent | October 14, 2004
An Essex lawyer, frustrated with a lack of easy communication at his child's elementary school, is offering to take over and run the websites for several North Shore school departments, and is suggesting he can make up to $875,000 a year for the school districts through the venture.
Richard Trembowicz is calling his service EdNets and has launched a startup company called EdTech Networks Inc. to capture what he believes is a multimillion-dollar market in providing a web hosting service to public schools in the region, by selling advertising to both small companies and major corporations."
Smartmoney.com: Estate Planning: Leave Your IRA to Charity
Smartmoney.com: Estate Planning: Leave Your IRA to Charity: "Estate Planning
Leave Your IRA to Charity
SAVVY ESTATE PLANNING means more than just figuring out who gets what. It's also about keeping a careful eye on the tax man � and employing strategies to make sure the IRS doesn't turn out to be a major beneficiary. "
Leave Your IRA to Charity
SAVVY ESTATE PLANNING means more than just figuring out who gets what. It's also about keeping a careful eye on the tax man � and employing strategies to make sure the IRS doesn't turn out to be a major beneficiary. "
Times Record News: Local Columnists Donor Fatigue
Times Record News: Local Columnists: "McGinnis: Donor fatigue?
Wide world of fund-raising can be a drain on average pocketbook
October 14, 2004
I don't know how many of you have dedicated one or more October Saturdays to walking for a good cause but to be honest, my feet are getting tired.
Please understand I'm not complaining about taking part in these important events. I am only one of thousands who fervently want to hasten a cure for multiple sclerosis and breast cancer, or will take part in the Buddy Walk Saturday on behalf of children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Earlier this week we happily signed pledge cards for the United Way in further support of the many nonprofit groups it benefits. After school programs at the Boys & Girls Clubs and Southside Youth Center, aid to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through First Step, assistance for the elderly by Senior Citizens of North Texas, the ARC, Girl and Boy Scouts, the American Red Cross and others are crucial to the health and well being of our entire community.
Unfortunately however, a growing number of North Texans sense themselves hitting the 'donor fatigue' barrier."
Wide world of fund-raising can be a drain on average pocketbook
October 14, 2004
I don't know how many of you have dedicated one or more October Saturdays to walking for a good cause but to be honest, my feet are getting tired.
Please understand I'm not complaining about taking part in these important events. I am only one of thousands who fervently want to hasten a cure for multiple sclerosis and breast cancer, or will take part in the Buddy Walk Saturday on behalf of children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Earlier this week we happily signed pledge cards for the United Way in further support of the many nonprofit groups it benefits. After school programs at the Boys & Girls Clubs and Southside Youth Center, aid to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through First Step, assistance for the elderly by Senior Citizens of North Texas, the ARC, Girl and Boy Scouts, the American Red Cross and others are crucial to the health and well being of our entire community.
Unfortunately however, a growing number of North Texans sense themselves hitting the 'donor fatigue' barrier."
A Deserved Break for Whalers (washingtonpost.com)
A Deserved Break for Whalers (washingtonpost.com): "A Deserved Break for Whalers
Thursday, October 14, 2004; Page A30
The Oct. 7 Business article 'Conferees Agree on Corporate Tax Bill' said that the '[f]inancial backers of native Alaskan whalers . . . would be able to claim their contributions as a charitable tax deduction.' This statement is untrue.
The provision provides a deduction of up to $10,000 for whaling captains -- not their 'financial backers.' The captains need this because they have no 'financial backers.' As tribal leaders, they are the sole financial backers of their own subsistence whaling activities in the Arctic North Slope. "
Thursday, October 14, 2004; Page A30
The Oct. 7 Business article 'Conferees Agree on Corporate Tax Bill' said that the '[f]inancial backers of native Alaskan whalers . . . would be able to claim their contributions as a charitable tax deduction.' This statement is untrue.
The provision provides a deduction of up to $10,000 for whaling captains -- not their 'financial backers.' The captains need this because they have no 'financial backers.' As tribal leaders, they are the sole financial backers of their own subsistence whaling activities in the Arctic North Slope. "
Feds mull regulating online campaigning | The Register
Feds mull regulating online campaigning | The Register: "Feds mull regulating online campaigning
By Thomas C Greene
Published Wednesday 13th October 2004 21:54 GMT
The US Federal Election Commission (FEC) is contemplating the regulation of online political activity to ensure compliance with recent campaign spending limits, the Associated Press reports.
US District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly, of Microsoft anti-trust fame, said in a recent ruling that the FEC's exemptions for online political activity are wrong under current law."
By Thomas C Greene
Published Wednesday 13th October 2004 21:54 GMT
The US Federal Election Commission (FEC) is contemplating the regulation of online political activity to ensure compliance with recent campaign spending limits, the Associated Press reports.
US District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly, of Microsoft anti-trust fame, said in a recent ruling that the FEC's exemptions for online political activity are wrong under current law."
Wednesday, October 13, 2004
NEWS.com.au | Staff action forces out charity chief (October 14, 2004)
NEWS.com.au Staff action forces out charity chief (October 14, 2004): "Staff action forces out charity chief
Michael McKenna
October 14, 2004
AFTER months of accusations, legal action and resignations the turmoil that has beset children's charity Zoe's Place yesterday came to a head with the exit of its executive director, Sister Pamela Barker, from its headquarters.
The 70-year-old nun was forced to leave the site of the proposed Zoe's Place hospice for dying children. Her move to leave the hospice site at Mt Ommaney in Brisbane's west follows industrial action involving "
Michael McKenna
October 14, 2004
AFTER months of accusations, legal action and resignations the turmoil that has beset children's charity Zoe's Place yesterday came to a head with the exit of its executive director, Sister Pamela Barker, from its headquarters.
The 70-year-old nun was forced to leave the site of the proposed Zoe's Place hospice for dying children. Her move to leave the hospice site at Mt Ommaney in Brisbane's west follows industrial action involving "
Times Online - SME Charity Begins Online
Times Online - SME: "Charity begins online
By Andrew Ellson, Times Online
Justgiving.com is a rare internet business: it is a successful one. Not only did it weather the dot.com storm of the early millennium, it has also transformed the way charities raise finance
In the early nineties, technology companies said the internet would transform the global economy, forever changing the way we live our lives.
But then the technology bubble burst and with it went many thousands of internet companies.
Yet one small company from London, Justgiving.com, which was established at the peak of the boom, survived the bust and is now reaping "
By Andrew Ellson, Times Online
Justgiving.com is a rare internet business: it is a successful one. Not only did it weather the dot.com storm of the early millennium, it has also transformed the way charities raise finance
In the early nineties, technology companies said the internet would transform the global economy, forever changing the way we live our lives.
But then the technology bubble burst and with it went many thousands of internet companies.
Yet one small company from London, Justgiving.com, which was established at the peak of the boom, survived the bust and is now reaping "
blackenterprise.com AFP Mention
blackenterprise.com: "Egger is participating in two conferences sponsored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Center for Nonprofits.
The conferences, titled 'Changing Our World Through Philanthropy,' focus on fund-raising and issues related to nonprofits. "
The conferences, titled 'Changing Our World Through Philanthropy,' focus on fund-raising and issues related to nonprofits. "
10/13/2004 - United Way Developing Diverse Nonprofit Boards - Happenings - Chattanoogan.com
10/13/2004 - United Way Developing Diverse Nonprofit Boards - Happenings - Chattanoogan.com: "United Way Developing Diverse Nonprofit Boards
posted October 13, 2004
United Way�s Center for Nonprofits is accepting applications for the organization�s second session of this year�s Chattanooga Area Board Diversity Program (CABDP) which starts Oct. 23 with a Saturday retreat.
�The Chattanooga Area Board Diversity Program�s mission is to enhance our community by developing diverse, skilled leaders for service on nonprofit boards,� said Angie Hatcher Sledge, vice president of impact services for United Way�s Center for Nonprofits."
posted October 13, 2004
United Way�s Center for Nonprofits is accepting applications for the organization�s second session of this year�s Chattanooga Area Board Diversity Program (CABDP) which starts Oct. 23 with a Saturday retreat.
�The Chattanooga Area Board Diversity Program�s mission is to enhance our community by developing diverse, skilled leaders for service on nonprofit boards,� said Angie Hatcher Sledge, vice president of impact services for United Way�s Center for Nonprofits."
Boom Bang Bust
: "Investment Coach
Boom, bang, bust?
Tuesday, October 12, 2004 11:25 AM EDT
The baby boomer population bulge represents a demographic 'pig in the Python.' As boomers move through the cycles of life, the impact on culture, marketing, product development and economics has been pronounced.
In 1995, the first of the boomers turned age 50. How many of you will turn age 100 starting in 2045? One must consider longevity in planning for the future. Financial planners can help to define the assumptions that you wish to make about survival income, 'what if?' money, fun money, gift money and dream money. Inflation forecasts, rate of return assumptions on financial and real assets, unknown tax and other liabilities are variable mathematical inputs. But 'psychographic factors,' your hopes, dreams, goals, fears and concerns must be identified for a holistic plan to emerge. "
Boom, bang, bust?
Tuesday, October 12, 2004 11:25 AM EDT
The baby boomer population bulge represents a demographic 'pig in the Python.' As boomers move through the cycles of life, the impact on culture, marketing, product development and economics has been pronounced.
In 1995, the first of the boomers turned age 50. How many of you will turn age 100 starting in 2045? One must consider longevity in planning for the future. Financial planners can help to define the assumptions that you wish to make about survival income, 'what if?' money, fun money, gift money and dream money. Inflation forecasts, rate of return assumptions on financial and real assets, unknown tax and other liabilities are variable mathematical inputs. But 'psychographic factors,' your hopes, dreams, goals, fears and concerns must be identified for a holistic plan to emerge. "
Professional Fundraising
Professional Fundraising: "Salaried fundraisers will have to say they are paid
Salaried charity fundraisers will have to tell members of the public that they are paid when they solicit them for a donation, if the government accepts a recommendation of a committee of MPs.
The select committee set up to scrutinise the proposals in the draft Charities Bill has said that clause 35 of the bill - which stipulates that contracted fundraisers must make a disclosure that they are being paid - should be amended to 'require all those fundraising on behalf of charities who are paid for their services (whether under a contract of employment or otherwise) to take all reasonable steps to make this status clear when they are making an appeal'."
Salaried charity fundraisers will have to tell members of the public that they are paid when they solicit them for a donation, if the government accepts a recommendation of a committee of MPs.
The select committee set up to scrutinise the proposals in the draft Charities Bill has said that clause 35 of the bill - which stipulates that contracted fundraisers must make a disclosure that they are being paid - should be amended to 'require all those fundraising on behalf of charities who are paid for their services (whether under a contract of employment or otherwise) to take all reasonable steps to make this status clear when they are making an appeal'."
Corporate Charitable Contributions Continue to Rise
Corporate Charitable Contributions Continue to Rise: "Corporate Charitable Contributions Continue to Rise
By: SmartPros Editorial Staff
Oct. 13, 2004 (SmartPros) � Despite a less than stellar employment situation and the war in Iraq, total U.S. contributions to worthy causes have increased by 24 percent among the country's largest corporations and foundations, The Conference Board reports in its annual survey of corporate giving to worthy causes.*
Among the 232 survey participants, 58 percent (134 companies and corporate foundations) participated in both the 2002 and 2003 editions of the study. These matched cases, representing 65 percent and 58 percent of the survey participants in 2002 and 2003, provide the most accurate analysis of year-to-year trends in U.S. giving.
In the matched sample, total U.S. giving among companies and corporate foundations rose from approximately $3.13 billion in 2002 to $3.88 billion in 2003, representing a growth of 24 percent. Median matched-case U.S. contributions amounted to $7.4 million, compared to $6.6 million in 2002, an increase of 12.88 percent. Average U.S. giving among these matched cases increased by 24 percent from $23.35 million in 2002 to $28.97 million in 2003."
By: SmartPros Editorial Staff
Oct. 13, 2004 (SmartPros) � Despite a less than stellar employment situation and the war in Iraq, total U.S. contributions to worthy causes have increased by 24 percent among the country's largest corporations and foundations, The Conference Board reports in its annual survey of corporate giving to worthy causes.*
Among the 232 survey participants, 58 percent (134 companies and corporate foundations) participated in both the 2002 and 2003 editions of the study. These matched cases, representing 65 percent and 58 percent of the survey participants in 2002 and 2003, provide the most accurate analysis of year-to-year trends in U.S. giving.
In the matched sample, total U.S. giving among companies and corporate foundations rose from approximately $3.13 billion in 2002 to $3.88 billion in 2003, representing a growth of 24 percent. Median matched-case U.S. contributions amounted to $7.4 million, compared to $6.6 million in 2002, an increase of 12.88 percent. Average U.S. giving among these matched cases increased by 24 percent from $23.35 million in 2002 to $28.97 million in 2003."
Research before giving
Research before giving: "They don't meet the bureau's standards for charitable giving, Mattingly said, primarily because most of the money they collect goes to the fund-raiser and not the charity.
'It's not our place to tell people whether to give or not,' he said. 'But it is our place to give them information to make an informed decision.'
These are the charities, the amount of money they raised in 2003 according to the Bureau, and the percentage of that money actually going by contract to the charity as reported to the Kentucky Attorney General's Office:
A Child's Wish Foundation, Sarasota, Fla., reporting to the Internal Revenue Service as Children's Charity Fund Inc.: $1.3 million raised, 18 percent to the charity.
Association for Firefighters and Paramedics Inc., Santa Ana, Calif.,: $1.9 million, 10 percent.
Hope Cancer Fund Inc., North Hollywood, Calif.,: $459,359 (from September 2002 through August 2003), 20 percent.
Our American Veterans Inc., Hudson, Fla.: $27,850, 15 percent.
Many charities on the attorney general's active charity promotions list have similar arrangements with professional fund-raisers, but 'we are getting calls from people who are being solicited for these charities' now, Mattingly said"
'It's not our place to tell people whether to give or not,' he said. 'But it is our place to give them information to make an informed decision.'
These are the charities, the amount of money they raised in 2003 according to the Bureau, and the percentage of that money actually going by contract to the charity as reported to the Kentucky Attorney General's Office:
A Child's Wish Foundation, Sarasota, Fla., reporting to the Internal Revenue Service as Children's Charity Fund Inc.: $1.3 million raised, 18 percent to the charity.
Association for Firefighters and Paramedics Inc., Santa Ana, Calif.,: $1.9 million, 10 percent.
Hope Cancer Fund Inc., North Hollywood, Calif.,: $459,359 (from September 2002 through August 2003), 20 percent.
Our American Veterans Inc., Hudson, Fla.: $27,850, 15 percent.
Many charities on the attorney general's active charity promotions list have similar arrangements with professional fund-raisers, but 'we are getting calls from people who are being solicited for these charities' now, Mattingly said"
Flint area nonprofit closes while investigation continues
Flint area nonprofit closes while investigation continues: "Flint area nonprofit closes while investigation continues
October 10, 2004, 3:06 PM
FLINT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) -- Phones at the Save A Child Foundation have been disconnected and its office locked after a judge ordered the nonprofit to shut down while the state investigates allegations that the charity misappropriated donations.
The only sign of life Friday at Save A Child's headquarters was a small, handwritten note attached to the front door which said, 'Temporarily closed.' "
October 10, 2004, 3:06 PM
FLINT TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) -- Phones at the Save A Child Foundation have been disconnected and its office locked after a judge ordered the nonprofit to shut down while the state investigates allegations that the charity misappropriated donations.
The only sign of life Friday at Save A Child's headquarters was a small, handwritten note attached to the front door which said, 'Temporarily closed.' "
Salt Lake Tribune - Business
Salt Lake Tribune - Business: "Utah charities fear a federal bill to help American industry compete internationally could have unintended - and very local - ramifications.
A provision in the Senate's Jumpstart Our Business Strength (JOBS) bill to combat foreign tariffs will be 'devastating' to car donation programs, according to nonprofit groups. A final version of the JOBS bill could received congressional approval as early as today."
A provision in the Senate's Jumpstart Our Business Strength (JOBS) bill to combat foreign tariffs will be 'devastating' to car donation programs, according to nonprofit groups. A final version of the JOBS bill could received congressional approval as early as today."
gfn.com - Senate passes corporate tax bill, full of breaks
gfn.com - Features: "Senate Passes Corporate Tax Bill, Full of Breaks
October 12, 2004
Gfn.com News
The Senate gave final approval on Monday to a $137 billion corporate tax bill, designed to give something to nearly everyone. The measure passed in a 69-to-17 vote, despite vociferous opposition from a handful of lawmakers who said too much of the 633-page bill gives enormous tax breaks to a variety of special interest groups. "
October 12, 2004
Gfn.com News
The Senate gave final approval on Monday to a $137 billion corporate tax bill, designed to give something to nearly everyone. The measure passed in a 69-to-17 vote, despite vociferous opposition from a handful of lawmakers who said too much of the 633-page bill gives enormous tax breaks to a variety of special interest groups. "
Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News
Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News: "Senate paves way to pass corporate tax bill
By William L. Watts
Last Updated: 10/10/2004 2:45:50 PM
WASHINGTON (CBS.MW) -- In a rare Sunday session, the Senate cleared the way for passage of a massive corporate tax bill that's not only expected to end European trade sanctions, but would also provide billions of dollars in unrelated tax breaks, incentives and other perks to businesses, tobacco farmers and others"
By William L. Watts
Last Updated: 10/10/2004 2:45:50 PM
WASHINGTON (CBS.MW) -- In a rare Sunday session, the Senate cleared the way for passage of a massive corporate tax bill that's not only expected to end European trade sanctions, but would also provide billions of dollars in unrelated tax breaks, incentives and other perks to businesses, tobacco farmers and others"
2003 corporate charity donations up 25 pct
2003 corporate charity donations up 25 pct: "2003 corporate charity donations up 25 pct
Big News Network.com Wednesday 13th October, 2004
Charitable giving by the largest U.S. companies and corporate foundations rose 24 percent from 2002-2003, the New York-based Conference Board said Tuesday.
The study findings were based on donations by 134 companies that participated in both the 2002 and 2003 studies. Average U.S. giving among these matched cases increased by 24 percent from $23.35 million in 2002 to $28.97 million in 2003, compared to a 4.2 percent increase in giving for all U.S. companies "
Big News Network.com Wednesday 13th October, 2004
Charitable giving by the largest U.S. companies and corporate foundations rose 24 percent from 2002-2003, the New York-based Conference Board said Tuesday.
The study findings were based on donations by 134 companies that participated in both the 2002 and 2003 studies. Average U.S. giving among these matched cases increased by 24 percent from $23.35 million in 2002 to $28.97 million in 2003, compared to a 4.2 percent increase in giving for all U.S. companies "
The right values - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - October 13, 2004
The right values - The Washington Times: Editorials/OP-ED - October 13, 2004: " � Faith-based initiatives. In 2002, Mr. Bush declared, 'The measure of true compassion is results.' This underlies the president's push for results-oriented funding for faith-based institutions � those that rely on spiritual healing as much as physical healing. Early in his term, Mr. Bush introduced the Charity Aid, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) Act, which provides incentives to boost giving to faith-based charities. Though Mr. Kerry originally voted for the Act, he has remained silent since Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle began blocking a motion to send the bill to conference. Otherwise, Mr. Kerry's reservations amount to "
Charitable Giving Made Easy - News - Potomac Almanac - Connection Newspapers
Charitable Giving Made Easy - News - Potomac Almanac - Connection Newspapers: "Charitable Giving Made Easy
You don�t have to be Bill Gates to be a philanthropist in Montgomery County.
By Howard Denis (R-1)/County Council
October 7, 2004
As autumn arrives, many of us begin to consider our charitable giving plans for the year-end. I am always so impressed by the high degree of civic interest and participation among Montgomery County residents, and especially among my constituents in District 1.
Recently I learned of a Chevy Chase couple who are one of many county families to set up their own charitable giving fund at the Montgomery County Community Foundation. This couple, like many in my district, have a number of philanthropic interests, including their children�s school and their own alma mater, their faith community, their favorite charitable organizations in the county, and several other nonprofit organizations they support in the D.C. region and throughout the country.
To this couple, their new family fund feels like a private foundation, but without the costs or administrative hassles that come with a private foundation. And the minimum to set up a fund is only $10,000, which means you don�t have to be Bill Gates to"
You don�t have to be Bill Gates to be a philanthropist in Montgomery County.
By Howard Denis (R-1)/County Council
October 7, 2004
As autumn arrives, many of us begin to consider our charitable giving plans for the year-end. I am always so impressed by the high degree of civic interest and participation among Montgomery County residents, and especially among my constituents in District 1.
Recently I learned of a Chevy Chase couple who are one of many county families to set up their own charitable giving fund at the Montgomery County Community Foundation. This couple, like many in my district, have a number of philanthropic interests, including their children�s school and their own alma mater, their faith community, their favorite charitable organizations in the county, and several other nonprofit organizations they support in the D.C. region and throughout the country.
To this couple, their new family fund feels like a private foundation, but without the costs or administrative hassles that come with a private foundation. And the minimum to set up a fund is only $10,000, which means you don�t have to be Bill Gates to"
The FDNY Cross Country tour
The FDNY Cross Country tour: "Cross Country tour is a ride across America by NYC Firefighters to benefit "
Daily 'Moblog' Site Captures a 42-Day FDNY Cross Country Tour for Charity
Daily 'Moblog' Site Captures a 42-Day FDNY Cross Country Tour for Charity: "Daily 'Moblog' Site Captures a 42-Day FDNY Cross Country Tour for Charity
Monday October 11, 2:44 pm ET
NEW YORK, Oct. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile Trigger Media has created the first cross country mobile blog (moblog) designed to raise funds for a non-profit cause, the UFA Widows' and Children's Fund. The FDNY bicyclists are wirelessly moblogging their entire cross country bicycle tour with LG VX7000 picture/video phones. The journey began on September 14, 2004 and covers 3,336 miles over 42 days from Los Angeles to New York City. All proceeds from the bicycle tour go to the UFA Widows' and Children's Fund."
Monday October 11, 2:44 pm ET
NEW YORK, Oct. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Mobile Trigger Media has created the first cross country mobile blog (moblog) designed to raise funds for a non-profit cause, the UFA Widows' and Children's Fund. The FDNY bicyclists are wirelessly moblogging their entire cross country bicycle tour with LG VX7000 picture/video phones. The journey began on September 14, 2004 and covers 3,336 miles over 42 days from Los Angeles to New York City. All proceeds from the bicycle tour go to the UFA Widows' and Children's Fund."
JTA NEWS
JTA NEWS: "BEHIND THE HEADLINES
Congress passes bill that could give
shuls money to protect against terror
By Matthew E. Berger
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 (JTA) � American Jewish institutions are expected to seek funds from a new pot of money to be allocated to secure nonprofit institutions.
Congress passed $25 million for the security of high-risk nonprofits on Monday as part of the Homeland Security Appropriations Act. "
Congress passes bill that could give
shuls money to protect against terror
By Matthew E. Berger
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 (JTA) � American Jewish institutions are expected to seek funds from a new pot of money to be allocated to secure nonprofit institutions.
Congress passed $25 million for the security of high-risk nonprofits on Monday as part of the Homeland Security Appropriations Act. "
The Chronicle, 10/14/2004: When Gifts Get Personal
The Chronicle, 10/14/2004: When Gifts Get Personal: "Nonprofit groups seek to clarify ethical standards for fund raisers
By Holly Hall"
By Holly Hall"
Press-Telegram - News
Press-Telegram - News: "Organizations learn about legislation, marketing.
By Kristopher Hanson
Staff Writer
LONG BEACH � Facing stiff competition for donation dollars, a slew of new state regulations and an economic atmosphere that can be less-than-giving, local nonprofit organizations gathered Thursday to discuss strategies for success in the 21st century.
More than 130 of the Greater Long Beach area's roughly 500 nonprofit organizations attended the conference at Cal State Long Beach to learn more about governmental, technological and economic changes affecting nonprofit organizations."
By Kristopher Hanson
Staff Writer
LONG BEACH � Facing stiff competition for donation dollars, a slew of new state regulations and an economic atmosphere that can be less-than-giving, local nonprofit organizations gathered Thursday to discuss strategies for success in the 21st century.
More than 130 of the Greater Long Beach area's roughly 500 nonprofit organizations attended the conference at Cal State Long Beach to learn more about governmental, technological and economic changes affecting nonprofit organizations."
In Election Season, IRS Sits in Judgment (washingtonpost.com)
In Election Season, IRS Sits in Judgment (washingtonpost.com): "In Election Season, IRS Sits in Judgment
Clergy Withhold Endorsements While Touting Free Speech From Pulpit
By Bill Broadway
Washington Post Staff Writer
Saturday, October 9, 2004; Page B09
This year's presidential campaign has proved to be one infused with religion, with President Bush's reelection bid buoyed by evangelical Protestants and Democratic challenger John F. Kerry under fire by some of his fellow Roman Catholics for his stance on abortion rights.
But the issue of religion and politics reaches beyond the candidates. Some forms of political involvement can endanger a church's tax-exempt status, and religious leaders report that they and their congregations increasingly are being scrutinized for any action that might violate that rule, including what is said in sermons. "
Clergy Withhold Endorsements While Touting Free Speech From Pulpit
By Bill Broadway
Washington Post Staff Writer
Saturday, October 9, 2004; Page B09
This year's presidential campaign has proved to be one infused with religion, with President Bush's reelection bid buoyed by evangelical Protestants and Democratic challenger John F. Kerry under fire by some of his fellow Roman Catholics for his stance on abortion rights.
But the issue of religion and politics reaches beyond the candidates. Some forms of political involvement can endanger a church's tax-exempt status, and religious leaders report that they and their congregations increasingly are being scrutinized for any action that might violate that rule, including what is said in sermons. "
The Chronicle: Career Network: 10/08/2004
The Chronicle: Career Network: 10/08/2004: "Avoiding Trouble With the IRS
By RAYMOND D. COTTON
In recent months, the Internal Revenue Service has publicly announced that it intends to audit as many as 2,000 nonprofit organizations. It has not divulged what percentage of those audits will involve colleges and universities, but I believe it is safe to conclude that they will not be excluded from this massive IRS effort. And one of the things the auditors will be looking at is presidential compensation.
I believe that the high levels of compensation paid to presidents of especially large universities can usually be justified by the magnitude of their responsibilities, the complexity of the job, and the specific challenges faced by those institutions.
The question is, Will the IRS agree? "
By RAYMOND D. COTTON
In recent months, the Internal Revenue Service has publicly announced that it intends to audit as many as 2,000 nonprofit organizations. It has not divulged what percentage of those audits will involve colleges and universities, but I believe it is safe to conclude that they will not be excluded from this massive IRS effort. And one of the things the auditors will be looking at is presidential compensation.
I believe that the high levels of compensation paid to presidents of especially large universities can usually be justified by the magnitude of their responsibilities, the complexity of the job, and the specific challenges faced by those institutions.
The question is, Will the IRS agree? "
Seattle Weekly: News: Street Cred by Nina Shapiro
Seattle Weekly: News: Street Cred by Nina Shapiro: "Street Cred
With a campaign to end homelessness, it's not your grandparents' United Way.
by Nina Shapiro
United Way of King County President and CEO Jon Fine: 'We're solving problems.'
(Pete Kuhns)
Ever since the economy nose-dived, nonprofits all over town have felt the sting of sharp reductions in philanthropy. Many have laid off staff, others have closed. There has been one great exception: United Way of King County. Aside from a dip in revenue a couple years back, the pet charity of the Gates family has kept its income relatively steady at the level it achieved at the height of the dot-com boom. And what a level that is. Preliminary numbers for the fund-raising campaign ending last June show an income of $92.4 million�a few million behind the previous year but still almost double that of seven years ago. According to the Puget Sound Business Journal, the United Way ranks sixth among all local nonprofits in terms of revenue, right behind Seattle University. Its income makes it the largest United Way in the country."
With a campaign to end homelessness, it's not your grandparents' United Way.
by Nina Shapiro
United Way of King County President and CEO Jon Fine: 'We're solving problems.'
(Pete Kuhns)
Ever since the economy nose-dived, nonprofits all over town have felt the sting of sharp reductions in philanthropy. Many have laid off staff, others have closed. There has been one great exception: United Way of King County. Aside from a dip in revenue a couple years back, the pet charity of the Gates family has kept its income relatively steady at the level it achieved at the height of the dot-com boom. And what a level that is. Preliminary numbers for the fund-raising campaign ending last June show an income of $92.4 million�a few million behind the previous year but still almost double that of seven years ago. According to the Puget Sound Business Journal, the United Way ranks sixth among all local nonprofits in terms of revenue, right behind Seattle University. Its income makes it the largest United Way in the country."
The Globe and Mail
The Globe and Mail: "Philanthropic: As its name implies, this is the charitable notion of giving back by donating time or a share of wealth to altruistic ends.
Nobody handles all four dimensions perfectly and sometimes one element will lie dormant for periods, most notably when young people early in their careers may restrict their philanthropic impulses. But in the long run, he says, 'all four moral dimensions contribute to a full life in business, and a person fully armed has an enduring moral advantage.'"
Nobody handles all four dimensions perfectly and sometimes one element will lie dormant for periods, most notably when young people early in their careers may restrict their philanthropic impulses. But in the long run, he says, 'all four moral dimensions contribute to a full life in business, and a person fully armed has an enduring moral advantage.'"
New fundraising motto: It's best to give and receive | csmonitor.com
New fundraising motto: It's best to give and receive | csmonitor.com: "New fundraising motto: It's best to give and receive
By G. Jeffrey MacDonald | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
Six years ago, radio personality Tom Joyner was deeply concerned with dropout rates at historically black colleges. So he did what any other fundraiser in a crisis might do. He threw a party. A big party.
What's known colloquially as 'The Ultimate Party with a Purpose' - a seven-day Caribbean cruise complete with A-list entertainment from the likes of musical troupe En Vogue and comedian Sinbad - is now the Tom Joyner Foundation's top annual fundraising event, netting nearly $1 million per year for scholarships. Donors have the satisfaction of knowing they contributed to a genuinely good cause - and procured themselves an unforgettable vacation in the process."
By G. Jeffrey MacDonald | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
Six years ago, radio personality Tom Joyner was deeply concerned with dropout rates at historically black colleges. So he did what any other fundraiser in a crisis might do. He threw a party. A big party.
What's known colloquially as 'The Ultimate Party with a Purpose' - a seven-day Caribbean cruise complete with A-list entertainment from the likes of musical troupe En Vogue and comedian Sinbad - is now the Tom Joyner Foundation's top annual fundraising event, netting nearly $1 million per year for scholarships. Donors have the satisfaction of knowing they contributed to a genuinely good cause - and procured themselves an unforgettable vacation in the process."
The Daily Camera: Business Plus Marketing for Nonprofits
The Daily Camera: Business Plus: "Ablowitz: Marketing for nonprofits
October 11, 2004
Pink ribbons. Yellow bracelets. Thin mints. Brown grocery bags printed with 'Let's Bag Hunger.'
All these symbols represent a cause, and a nonprofit organization whose mission it is to serve that cause.
Marketing is a part of our daily lives: commercials, newspaper ads, pop-ups on our computer screen, and even door-to-door advocates for candidates. Everyone is trying to persuade us to buy something, believe something, or do something, and sometimes all three. In the past, the 'm' word (marketing) wasn't acknowledged by the purist fund-raisers, who wanted to believe that all giving was self-motivated. However, even the most staunch donor advocates generally concede that marketing has its place. "
October 11, 2004
Pink ribbons. Yellow bracelets. Thin mints. Brown grocery bags printed with 'Let's Bag Hunger.'
All these symbols represent a cause, and a nonprofit organization whose mission it is to serve that cause.
Marketing is a part of our daily lives: commercials, newspaper ads, pop-ups on our computer screen, and even door-to-door advocates for candidates. Everyone is trying to persuade us to buy something, believe something, or do something, and sometimes all three. In the past, the 'm' word (marketing) wasn't acknowledged by the purist fund-raisers, who wanted to believe that all giving was self-motivated. However, even the most staunch donor advocates generally concede that marketing has its place. "
Tiny organization delivers nonprofit data (HamptonRoads.com/Pilot Online)
Tiny organization delivers nonprofit data (HamptonRoads.com/Pilot Online): "By BENITA NEWTON, The Virginian-Pilot
October 12, 2004
WILLIAMSBURG When Chuck McLean saw the 1994 newspaper ad from GuideStar seeking an entrepreneurial researcher, he knew hed be leaving his teaching position in Old Dominion University's business department.
What he didn't know was that as he and three colleagues set out to build a national database of nonprofit information, they would take turns taking out the garbage and vacuuming the tiny office. McLean also didn't know that people would hang up on him and threaten him daily with lawsuits for trying to collect their organization's financial data. "
October 12, 2004
WILLIAMSBURG When Chuck McLean saw the 1994 newspaper ad from GuideStar seeking an entrepreneurial researcher, he knew hed be leaving his teaching position in Old Dominion University's business department.
What he didn't know was that as he and three colleagues set out to build a national database of nonprofit information, they would take turns taking out the garbage and vacuuming the tiny office. McLean also didn't know that people would hang up on him and threaten him daily with lawsuits for trying to collect their organization's financial data. "
Faith & Values: Latin America's Minnesota Rose
Faith & Values: Latin America's Minnesota Rose: "Faith & Values: Latin America's Minnesota Rose
Susan M. Barbieri, Star Tribune
October 9, 2004 AWARD1009
Never underestimate the power of a bad spaghetti dinner.
About 25 years ago, Rose Schaffhausen got a letter from her sister, who was working at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City and spending time at a rural orphanage run by an American Catholic priest. The letter said the kids needed, among other things, cooking oil to fry tortillas and beans. Schaffhausen yearned to know more and flew to Mexico to see for herself.
She came home inspired.
'She had a big spaghetti dinner and charged three couples $25 apiece for horrible spaghetti,' recalled Ann Arnold, 82, Schaffhausen's sister. 'She's terribly, terribly good at fundraising. She twists people around her little finger. I mean, she could go out at noon and have lunch with somebody, and she'll come back with $50,000 or $10,000.'
The small amount that Schaffhausen raised from that long-ago dinner launched Minnesota Friends of the Orphans, a Little Canada-based nonprofit that today generates about $1.5 million a year for disadvantaged children in Mexico, Honduras, Haiti, Nicaragua, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic and El Salvador. An orphanage also is planned for Peru.
All told, the nonprofit has raised about $20 million over the past 25 years."
Susan M. Barbieri, Star Tribune
October 9, 2004 AWARD1009
Never underestimate the power of a bad spaghetti dinner.
About 25 years ago, Rose Schaffhausen got a letter from her sister, who was working at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City and spending time at a rural orphanage run by an American Catholic priest. The letter said the kids needed, among other things, cooking oil to fry tortillas and beans. Schaffhausen yearned to know more and flew to Mexico to see for herself.
She came home inspired.
'She had a big spaghetti dinner and charged three couples $25 apiece for horrible spaghetti,' recalled Ann Arnold, 82, Schaffhausen's sister. 'She's terribly, terribly good at fundraising. She twists people around her little finger. I mean, she could go out at noon and have lunch with somebody, and she'll come back with $50,000 or $10,000.'
The small amount that Schaffhausen raised from that long-ago dinner launched Minnesota Friends of the Orphans, a Little Canada-based nonprofit that today generates about $1.5 million a year for disadvantaged children in Mexico, Honduras, Haiti, Nicaragua, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic and El Salvador. An orphanage also is planned for Peru.
All told, the nonprofit has raised about $20 million over the past 25 years."
allAfrica.com: PanAfrica [opinion]: Africa: We Are All to Blame
allAfrica.com: PanAfrica [opinion]: Africa: We Are All to Blame: "In as much as that remained the best route in Africa's journey to join the club of knowledge societies, I did not underestimate the cultural problems inherent in Africa's university funding model, which would make the transition extremely difficult. First, there are a small number of wealthy people in Africa. Second, Africa does not have the culture of philanthropy. "
Youth Philanthropy Project works to build leadership skills
: "Students to disburse grant funds
Youth Philanthropy Project works to build leadership skills
BY STACY HAWKINS ADAMS
TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF WRITEROct 9, 2004
Next month, nearly two dozen students will gather to decide who should receive $70,000 in grant money designated for youth-focused programs.
The seventh- through 12th-graders giving away the funds are members of the Youth Philanthropy Project, a program operated by The Community Foundation serving Richmond and Central Virginia."
Youth Philanthropy Project works to build leadership skills
BY STACY HAWKINS ADAMS
TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF WRITEROct 9, 2004
Next month, nearly two dozen students will gather to decide who should receive $70,000 in grant money designated for youth-focused programs.
The seventh- through 12th-graders giving away the funds are members of the Youth Philanthropy Project, a program operated by The Community Foundation serving Richmond and Central Virginia."
The Black Hills Pioneer, Newspapers, South Dakota, SD
The Black Hills Pioneer, Newspapers, South Dakota, SD: "National expert to state arts conference: art means business
By SCOTT RANDOLPH, Black Hills PioneerOctober 08, 2004
SPEARFISH - Last Saturday's keynote speaker for the annual South Dakota Arts Conference gave attendees a whole new perspective that will be critical as non-profit arts funding continues to evolve and face challenges that offer hidden or mostly unnoticed economic benefits for all. "
By SCOTT RANDOLPH, Black Hills PioneerOctober 08, 2004
SPEARFISH - Last Saturday's keynote speaker for the annual South Dakota Arts Conference gave attendees a whole new perspective that will be critical as non-profit arts funding continues to evolve and face challenges that offer hidden or mostly unnoticed economic benefits for all. "
ITnews. Portale dell'ICT e dell'Economia Digitale "DONATING TO CHARITY NOT A PRIORITY FOR THE BRITISH PUBLIC
ITnews. Portale dell'ICT e dell'Economia Digitale: "DONATING TO CHARITY NOT A PRIORITY FOR THE BRITISH PUBLIC
13-10-2004 13:52
LONDON, October 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Around 40% of us can afford to double the amount of money we give to charity each week, according to figures published today.
The research, launched by CAF (Charities Aid Foundation), marks the UK's first National Giving Week and is designed to show not only whether people can afford to give more to charity, but whether they are actually willing to do so.
Overall, 57% of those surveyed said they would give more if a favourite charity was in urgent need of extra funding. But when asked what they would do with an extra GBP20 a week to spend, almost two thirds said they would not make charitable giving a priority. Interestingly, 28% of the wealthy and 44% of the least-wealthy said they would be prepared to give the money to charity."
13-10-2004 13:52
LONDON, October 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Around 40% of us can afford to double the amount of money we give to charity each week, according to figures published today.
The research, launched by CAF (Charities Aid Foundation), marks the UK's first National Giving Week and is designed to show not only whether people can afford to give more to charity, but whether they are actually willing to do so.
Overall, 57% of those surveyed said they would give more if a favourite charity was in urgent need of extra funding. But when asked what they would do with an extra GBP20 a week to spend, almost two thirds said they would not make charitable giving a priority. Interestingly, 28% of the wealthy and 44% of the least-wealthy said they would be prepared to give the money to charity."
ITnews. Portale dell'ICT e dell'Economia Digitale "DONATING TO CHARITY NOT A PRIORITY FOR THE BRITISH PUBLIC
ITnews. Portale dell'ICT e dell'Economia Digitale: "DONATING TO CHARITY NOT A PRIORITY FOR THE BRITISH PUBLIC
13-10-2004 13:52
LONDON, October 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Around 40% of us can afford to double the amount of money we give to charity each week, according to figures published today.
The research, launched by CAF (Charities Aid Foundation), marks the UK's first National Giving Week and is designed to show not only whether people can afford to give more to charity, but whether they are actually willing to do so.
Overall, 57% of those surveyed said they would give more if a favourite charity was in urgent need of extra funding. But when asked what they would do with an extra GBP20 a week to spend, almost two thirds said they would not make charitable giving a priority. Interestingly, 28% of the wealthy and 44% of the least-wealthy said they would be prepared to give the money to charity."
13-10-2004 13:52
LONDON, October 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Around 40% of us can afford to double the amount of money we give to charity each week, according to figures published today.
The research, launched by CAF (Charities Aid Foundation), marks the UK's first National Giving Week and is designed to show not only whether people can afford to give more to charity, but whether they are actually willing to do so.
Overall, 57% of those surveyed said they would give more if a favourite charity was in urgent need of extra funding. But when asked what they would do with an extra GBP20 a week to spend, almost two thirds said they would not make charitable giving a priority. Interestingly, 28% of the wealthy and 44% of the least-wealthy said they would be prepared to give the money to charity."
The Japan Times Online
The Japan Times Online: "LAYTONVILLE, Calif. -- Running a nonprofit organization with a global mission of promoting peace activities and sustainability might seem noble but naive to the skeptical, but Chris Deckker takes his role seriously as the founder of Earthdance."
The Muttart Foundation - Home
The Muttart Foundation - Home: "Muttart releases public-opinion survey
The Muttart Foundation has released results of a new survey testing Canadians' opinions about charities and issues affecting charities. Click here for more information and to download the report."
The Muttart Foundation has released results of a new survey testing Canadians' opinions about charities and issues affecting charities. Click here for more information and to download the report."
News - canada.com network
News - canada.com network: "PERTH, Australia (AP) - A former British soccer player raising money for a leukemia charity set off Wednesday on a coast-to-coast ride across Australia on a Victorian-era bicycle that is older than the "
Tuesday, October 12, 2004
G4techTV - Feature - Silicon Spin: August 13
G4techTV - Feature - Silicon Spin: August 13: "Gates the giver
In fallout from the New Yorker article, it turns out (surprise!) that Gates's giving, while generous, is so calculated that there was an internal memo about improving Microsoft's image.
According to Ken Auletta, it read:
Microsoft cares about making a difference "
In fallout from the New Yorker article, it turns out (surprise!) that Gates's giving, while generous, is so calculated that there was an internal memo about improving Microsoft's image.
According to Ken Auletta, it read:
Microsoft cares about making a difference "
Conference Explores Younger Donors' Trends AFP LANSING CHAPTER
Conference Explores Younger Donors' Trends: "Marketing Your Fundraising to
Post WWII Donors: Boomers, Busters, Boomlets(Oh my!)' will help fundraisers learn about younger donors -- where to find them and how to talk to them about donating to their cause.
The conference will take place at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This conference is an educational opportunity for fundraising professionals, development officers, executive directors, and board members to explore fundraising strategies with younger generations.
Judith E. Nichols, Ph.D., CFRE will be the lead presenter. Dr. Nichols is a highly respected development practitioner, author, researcher, trainer and presenter. She specializes in helping organizations throughout the world understand the implications of our changing demographics and psychographics on fundraising, marketing, and membership."
Post WWII Donors: Boomers, Busters, Boomlets(Oh my!)' will help fundraisers learn about younger donors -- where to find them and how to talk to them about donating to their cause.
The conference will take place at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing on Wednesday, November 10, 2004 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This conference is an educational opportunity for fundraising professionals, development officers, executive directors, and board members to explore fundraising strategies with younger generations.
Judith E. Nichols, Ph.D., CFRE will be the lead presenter. Dr. Nichols is a highly respected development practitioner, author, researcher, trainer and presenter. She specializes in helping organizations throughout the world understand the implications of our changing demographics and psychographics on fundraising, marketing, and membership."
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