Press Release: Charity Finance Directors' Group welcome announcement of Charities Bill: "Charity Finance Directors' Group welcome announcement of Charities Bill
The Charity Finance Directors' Group today reacted with delight at the prospect of a Charities Act in the next session of Parliament. CFDG have been campaigning for the new legislation and gave evidence on the Charities Bill to the Joint Committee last June."
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
ThirdSector
ThirdSector: "'Charity' to get Scottish definition
The definition of charity is set to take different forms in England and Scotland.
By 2006, Scottish charities will have to comply with principles of public benefit spelled out in statute, whereas case law and the discretion of the Charity Commission are expected to decide charitable status in England and Wales.
In an unexpected u-turn last week, the Scottish Executive included a written definition of public benefit in a bill to set up an indigenous system of charity regulation in Scotland for the first time.
An English and Welsh charities bill was also widely expected to form part of the Queen's Speech at Westminster on Tuesday. But with the Home Office, the NCVO and the Charity Commission all opposed to defining public benefit in the Bill, English and Scottish charity law seem certain to take divergent paths. "
The definition of charity is set to take different forms in England and Scotland.
By 2006, Scottish charities will have to comply with principles of public benefit spelled out in statute, whereas case law and the discretion of the Charity Commission are expected to decide charitable status in England and Wales.
In an unexpected u-turn last week, the Scottish Executive included a written definition of public benefit in a bill to set up an indigenous system of charity regulation in Scotland for the first time.
An English and Welsh charities bill was also widely expected to form part of the Queen's Speech at Westminster on Tuesday. But with the Home Office, the NCVO and the Charity Commission all opposed to defining public benefit in the Bill, English and Scottish charity law seem certain to take divergent paths. "
Councilman Hutson has not registered charity
East Valley Tribune Daily Arizona news for Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale: "Councilman Hutson hasn�t registered charity
By Dennis Welch, Tribune
For 20 years, a charitable organization founded and led by Tempe City Councilman Johnny G. 'Hut' Hutson has been soliciting money from the public without registering with the state as required by law.
Since starting the Friends of Tempe Butte in 1985, neither Hutson nor anyone associated with the organization has registered the group as a charity, the Tribune found.
Gene Palma, director of business services at the Arizona S ecretary of State�s Office, said charitable groups must register each year with his office and provide an annual financial report.
Failing to do so is a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by six months in jail and a $2,500 fine.
'I�ve been doing this for a long time and no one ever said anything to me about this,' Hutson said. 'I took this over at the request of the City Council.' "
By Dennis Welch, Tribune
For 20 years, a charitable organization founded and led by Tempe City Councilman Johnny G. 'Hut' Hutson has been soliciting money from the public without registering with the state as required by law.
Since starting the Friends of Tempe Butte in 1985, neither Hutson nor anyone associated with the organization has registered the group as a charity, the Tribune found.
Gene Palma, director of business services at the Arizona S ecretary of State�s Office, said charitable groups must register each year with his office and provide an annual financial report.
Failing to do so is a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by six months in jail and a $2,500 fine.
'I�ve been doing this for a long time and no one ever said anything to me about this,' Hutson said. 'I took this over at the request of the City Council.' "
In Battle of 527 Groups, Conservatives Do More With Less -- 11/24/2004
In Battle of 527 Groups, Conservatives Do More With Less -- 11/24/2004: "In Battle of 527 Groups, Conservatives Do More With Less
By John Carlisle
CNSNews.com Commentary
November 24, 2004
Much has been made of the unprecedented sum of money spent by the presidential campaigns and political advocacy groups on the 2004 presidential election. But as liberals found out, what's important is not so much the amount of money spent, but how it is spent.
A critical component of the Democratic Party's strategy was an amalgam of 527 committees. Named after a section of the IRS tax code, a 527 group can accept unlimited donations for spending on ads, voter mobilization efforts and other activities as long as it doesn't directly coordinate with a political party or candidate.
While Republican campaign committees raised more money than Democrat party groups - $558 million vs. $452 million - the liberal 527 committees more than leveled the fundraising playing field. Of the $464 million raised by 527s, the overwhelming majority went to Democratic-leaning groups. "
By John Carlisle
CNSNews.com Commentary
November 24, 2004
Much has been made of the unprecedented sum of money spent by the presidential campaigns and political advocacy groups on the 2004 presidential election. But as liberals found out, what's important is not so much the amount of money spent, but how it is spent.
A critical component of the Democratic Party's strategy was an amalgam of 527 committees. Named after a section of the IRS tax code, a 527 group can accept unlimited donations for spending on ads, voter mobilization efforts and other activities as long as it doesn't directly coordinate with a political party or candidate.
While Republican campaign committees raised more money than Democrat party groups - $558 million vs. $452 million - the liberal 527 committees more than leveled the fundraising playing field. Of the $464 million raised by 527s, the overwhelming majority went to Democratic-leaning groups. "
The Globe and Mail Re Employee Fundraising Techniques
The Globe and Mail: "The usually sedate offices of Aegon Canada Inc. are filled with the sounds of raucous laughter, as employees take full advantage of an opportunity to poke fun at their bosses.
It is 'stick it to the executive day' at the Toronto-based insurance firm, a stunt that is part of the company's three-week fundraising drive for the United Way.
Three senior executives parade through the offices covered in sticky tape, encouraging everyone to attach money to them, sometimes in undignified places"
It is 'stick it to the executive day' at the Toronto-based insurance firm, a stunt that is part of the company's three-week fundraising drive for the United Way.
Three senior executives parade through the offices covered in sticky tape, encouraging everyone to attach money to them, sometimes in undignified places"
Boston.com / News / Boston Globe / Opinion / Editorials / Giving advice
Boston.com / News / Boston Globe / Opinion / Editorials / Giving advice: "GLOBE EDITORIAL
Giving advice
November 24, 2004
THANKSGIVING is the first chapter in the book of winter, a reminder that as the leaves and bright sun of nature's abundance fade, it's time to increase the output of man-made abundance. It's the season of more food, football, and, most creative of all, philanthropy.
Philanthropy prevents, fixes, and builds. Hungry Pilgrims come ashore and the local Indian tribe says: Let's eat. Bill Gates funnels Microsoft money into Africa. Busy parents coach Little League. Philanthropy is action -- unhindered by doubt, scarcity, or legislative debates. Philanthropy invites risk-takers and entrepreneurs. Locally this opportunity gets a nod on Friday, Giving Massachusetts Day.
The challenge for donors is deciding where to give. Some advice: Remember the small organizations. A recovering economy and a competitive charitable environment leave some small groups hungry for help but unable to market themselves"
Giving advice
November 24, 2004
THANKSGIVING is the first chapter in the book of winter, a reminder that as the leaves and bright sun of nature's abundance fade, it's time to increase the output of man-made abundance. It's the season of more food, football, and, most creative of all, philanthropy.
Philanthropy prevents, fixes, and builds. Hungry Pilgrims come ashore and the local Indian tribe says: Let's eat. Bill Gates funnels Microsoft money into Africa. Busy parents coach Little League. Philanthropy is action -- unhindered by doubt, scarcity, or legislative debates. Philanthropy invites risk-takers and entrepreneurs. Locally this opportunity gets a nod on Friday, Giving Massachusetts Day.
The challenge for donors is deciding where to give. Some advice: Remember the small organizations. A recovering economy and a competitive charitable environment leave some small groups hungry for help but unable to market themselves"
Greenwich Time - Bloomberg a heavyweight in philanthropy
Greenwich Time - Bloomberg a heavyweight in philanthropy: "Business Week's latest list of top philanthropists should give Michael Bloomberg something to chew on.
Bloomberg is the country's 13th most generous donor - just one slot behind the widow of low-carb guru Dr. Robert Atkins, whom Bloomberg famously described as 'fat.'
Between 2000 and this year, the billionaire businessman-turned-mayor gave out $490 million to various education, arts and health-related charities - paced by blockbuster donations to the Johns Hopkins University medical school, according to the magazine's annual survey of the 50 top philanthropists."
Bloomberg is the country's 13th most generous donor - just one slot behind the widow of low-carb guru Dr. Robert Atkins, whom Bloomberg famously described as 'fat.'
Between 2000 and this year, the billionaire businessman-turned-mayor gave out $490 million to various education, arts and health-related charities - paced by blockbuster donations to the Johns Hopkins University medical school, according to the magazine's annual survey of the 50 top philanthropists."
Recorder Newspapers
Recorder Newspapers: "Charity can be learned young, according to officials at the grade K-2 Dickerson School where the 440 students have collected 35 grocery sacks full of food for the needy on Thanksgiving. "
mcall.com - $1 million is given anonymously to United Way
mcall.com - $1 million is given anonymously to United Way: "1 million is given anonymously to United Way
It's a 5-time pledge of $200,000 a year. Area's '04 goal is $10.6 million.
By Dan Sheehan
Of The Morning Call
You'd love to know the name of the local United Way's million-dollar donor, wouldn't you?
Sorry. Closely guarded secret and all that. In any case, the donor has pledged $200,000 a year for five years to the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley. That would represent almost 2 percent of this year's campaign goal."
It's a 5-time pledge of $200,000 a year. Area's '04 goal is $10.6 million.
By Dan Sheehan
Of The Morning Call
You'd love to know the name of the local United Way's million-dollar donor, wouldn't you?
Sorry. Closely guarded secret and all that. In any case, the donor has pledged $200,000 a year for five years to the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley. That would represent almost 2 percent of this year's campaign goal."
Yahoo! News - Prosecutor Blasts GOP for Shielding DeLay
Yahoo! News - Prosecutor Blasts GOP for Shielding DeLay: "NEW YORK - A Texas prosecutor who is leading an investigation into possible illegal campaign spending lashed out at congressional Republicans on Tuesday for changing their rules in order to protect House Majority Leader Tom DeLay. "
2004 Northern Virginia Conference on Nonprofit Management - Home
2004 Northern Virginia Conference on Nonprofit Management - Home: "Synergy in Our Sector'
Friday & Saturday
December 3-4, 2004
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035"
Friday & Saturday
December 3-4, 2004
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035"
IOL: Survey claims young people give less to charity
IOL: Survey claims young people give less to charity: "Survey claims young people give less to charity
24/11/2004 - 11:30:45
A survey carried out by the Community Foundation of Ireland has claimed young people give least money to charity compared to other age groups.
One in three questioned in the 18 to 25 age group give no money to charity at all. This contrasts with 92% of people aged between 35 and 44 who donate money each month"
24/11/2004 - 11:30:45
A survey carried out by the Community Foundation of Ireland has claimed young people give least money to charity compared to other age groups.
One in three questioned in the 18 to 25 age group give no money to charity at all. This contrasts with 92% of people aged between 35 and 44 who donate money each month"
Mayor to duke it out with university - PittsburghLIVE.com
Mayor to duke it out with university - PittsburghLIVE.com: "Mayor to duke it out with university
By Andrew Conte
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
Mayor Tom Murphy wants to make an example of Duquesne University and its attempt to have its newest student housing building made tax-exempt. Murphy said Tuesday he plans to take his quest to the state Supreme Court if necessary.
Murphy testified at the opening of two tax assessment hearings in which the city is challenging the value of the former Citiline Towers apartment building. Duquesne bought the building in January. The city says it should be assessed at the $22 million sale price; Duquesne hired an appraiser who put the value at $15 million. "
By Andrew Conte
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
Mayor Tom Murphy wants to make an example of Duquesne University and its attempt to have its newest student housing building made tax-exempt. Murphy said Tuesday he plans to take his quest to the state Supreme Court if necessary.
Murphy testified at the opening of two tax assessment hearings in which the city is challenging the value of the former Citiline Towers apartment building. Duquesne bought the building in January. The city says it should be assessed at the $22 million sale price; Duquesne hired an appraiser who put the value at $15 million. "
The eBay Way
The eBay Way: "The eBay Way
The site's founder wanted to know how best to give. He asked, he listened. Here's what he learned
After becoming one of the richest 31-year-olds in history, eBay Inc. (EBAY ) founder Pierre Omidyar cleared out his cubicle, sold his modest home, and set off for his native Paris with his wife, Pam. It"
The site's founder wanted to know how best to give. He asked, he listened. Here's what he learned
After becoming one of the richest 31-year-olds in history, eBay Inc. (EBAY ) founder Pierre Omidyar cleared out his cubicle, sold his modest home, and set off for his native Paris with his wife, Pam. It"
Free yams for soldiers in Texas and a lollipop drive in Tennessee | csmonitor.com
Free yams for soldiers in Texas and a lollipop drive in Tennessee | csmonitor.com: "Free yams for soldiers in Texas and a lollipop drive in Tennessee
By Sara B. Miller | Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
In Chicago, a group of friends cooked a Thanksgiving feast for America's newest pilgrims: 150 Somali refugees who'd never tasted cornbread stuffing or cranberry sauce.
In Symmes Township, Ohio, kindergartners have been turning their daily grind - making beds, setting dinner tables, and bumping trash bags along the driveway - into a pool of 'chore' money to buy 735 pounds of nonperishables for a local food bank."
By Sara B. Miller | Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
In Chicago, a group of friends cooked a Thanksgiving feast for America's newest pilgrims: 150 Somali refugees who'd never tasted cornbread stuffing or cranberry sauce.
In Symmes Township, Ohio, kindergartners have been turning their daily grind - making beds, setting dinner tables, and bumping trash bags along the driveway - into a pool of 'chore' money to buy 735 pounds of nonperishables for a local food bank."
The Corporate Givers
The Corporate Givers: "The Corporate Givers
U.S. companies have discovered that global philanthropy can reap big dividends
Last fall Pfizer Inc (PFE ) pharmacist Dennis Vargo left his wife and two sons in East Lyme, Conn., for a three-month stay in Kampala, Uganda. Pfizer footed the bill for the trip and paid him his full salary."
U.S. companies have discovered that global philanthropy can reap big dividends
Last fall Pfizer Inc (PFE ) pharmacist Dennis Vargo left his wife and two sons in East Lyme, Conn., for a three-month stay in Kampala, Uganda. Pfizer footed the bill for the trip and paid him his full salary."
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Business in MaineToday.com | Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches "Gifts That Give Twice" Program
Business in MaineToday.com | Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches "Gifts That Give Twice" Program: "Released 11/23/04
Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches 'Gifts That Give Twice' Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact Information:
Lydia Badger, Membership Coordinator, Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP)
Tel: 871-1885
Fax: 780-0346
lbadger@nonprofitmaine.org
The Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches �Gifts That Give Twice� Program
Portland, ME --November 22, 2004 � Before you waste your time, energy and money at the mall, think about buying socially responsible gifts for the friends and family on your holiday list from MANP�s member organizations. Starting on November 22nd, MANP�s website, "
Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches 'Gifts That Give Twice' Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact Information:
Lydia Badger, Membership Coordinator, Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP)
Tel: 871-1885
Fax: 780-0346
lbadger@nonprofitmaine.org
The Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches �Gifts That Give Twice� Program
Portland, ME --November 22, 2004 � Before you waste your time, energy and money at the mall, think about buying socially responsible gifts for the friends and family on your holiday list from MANP�s member organizations. Starting on November 22nd, MANP�s website, "
New Zealand News - Dialogue - Tapu Misa: When the housekeeping money ends up going to charity
New Zealand News - Dialogue - Tapu Misa: When the housekeeping money ends up going to charity: "Tapu Misa: When the housekeeping money ends up going to charity
24.11.2004
COMMENT
I've sat in one of those suburban pubs on a weekday morning - having brunch, if you must know - and watched the steady procession of women coming through the doors, stopping off briefly at the bar to get change, before heading straight for the little room with the casino sign and the flashing poker machines. "
24.11.2004
COMMENT
I've sat in one of those suburban pubs on a weekday morning - having brunch, if you must know - and watched the steady procession of women coming through the doors, stopping off briefly at the bar to get change, before heading straight for the little room with the casino sign and the flashing poker machines. "
TownOnline.com - The Upper Cape Codder - Opinion & Letters
TownOnline.com - The Upper Cape Codder - Opinion & Letters: "Burns: Charity begins at home
By Joe Burns/ jburns@cnc.com
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Who Cares
What to make out of the recent report from the Catalogue for Philanthropy?
The organization's Generosity Index, which measures and compares the generosity of all 50 states, ranks Mississippi as the most generous state in the nation and shows Massachusetts to be stingier than everyone else in the country except our 'live free or die' neighbors to the north (Rhode Island finished 48th for an all-New England trifecta.)
Well, surveys have been wrong before. Not too many years ago Girlfriend magazine listed Jackson, Miss. as more lesbian-friendly than Provincetown. Since then, more than 86-percent of Mississippi voters approved an amendment banning same-sex marriage.
But this generosity survey might not be that much of a miscalculation. This is the eighth consecutive year that Mississippi has topped the GI list, while Massachusetts, despite having received congratulations back in 2001 for the large increases in its charitable contributions, has consistently been a cellar dweller when it comes to donations."
By Joe Burns/ jburns@cnc.com
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Who Cares
What to make out of the recent report from the Catalogue for Philanthropy?
The organization's Generosity Index, which measures and compares the generosity of all 50 states, ranks Mississippi as the most generous state in the nation and shows Massachusetts to be stingier than everyone else in the country except our 'live free or die' neighbors to the north (Rhode Island finished 48th for an all-New England trifecta.)
Well, surveys have been wrong before. Not too many years ago Girlfriend magazine listed Jackson, Miss. as more lesbian-friendly than Provincetown. Since then, more than 86-percent of Mississippi voters approved an amendment banning same-sex marriage.
But this generosity survey might not be that much of a miscalculation. This is the eighth consecutive year that Mississippi has topped the GI list, while Massachusetts, despite having received congratulations back in 2001 for the large increases in its charitable contributions, has consistently been a cellar dweller when it comes to donations."
Feature Newsline
Feature Newsline: "Nonprofits Gear Up For Sustainable Funding
Ambitious 5-year program ensures groups leave financial legacy
SEATTLE, Nov. 23, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- For most nonprofits, sustainable funding is a dream. But for a select few, it's getting much closer to reality.
Raising More Money, a Seattle-based organization, is enrolling up to 20 nonprofits in a five-year pilot project to create sustainable funding, not just paying for next year's operating expenses. Terry Axelrod, CEO and founder of Raising More Money, is convinced any nonprofit can be financially secure for years to come if it knows how to connect with people. The program will formally launch on Dec. 1, 2004. "
Ambitious 5-year program ensures groups leave financial legacy
SEATTLE, Nov. 23, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- For most nonprofits, sustainable funding is a dream. But for a select few, it's getting much closer to reality.
Raising More Money, a Seattle-based organization, is enrolling up to 20 nonprofits in a five-year pilot project to create sustainable funding, not just paying for next year's operating expenses. Terry Axelrod, CEO and founder of Raising More Money, is convinced any nonprofit can be financially secure for years to come if it knows how to connect with people. The program will formally launch on Dec. 1, 2004. "
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Voluntary Sector Welcomes Queen's Speech
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Voluntary Sector Welcomes Queen's Speech: "Voluntary Sector Welcomes Queen's Speech
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
A host of voluntary organisations have welcomed new Government proposals to revamp charity laws after the Queen outlined the plans in her speech to Parliament today.
Amidst the pomp and pageantry of the age old tradition inside the House of Lords in central London the Queen revealed PM Tony Blair is planning to update and modernise current legislation surrounding charities and the voluntary sector in the next session of Parliament."
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
A host of voluntary organisations have welcomed new Government proposals to revamp charity laws after the Queen outlined the plans in her speech to Parliament today.
Amidst the pomp and pageantry of the age old tradition inside the House of Lords in central London the Queen revealed PM Tony Blair is planning to update and modernise current legislation surrounding charities and the voluntary sector in the next session of Parliament."
WebCPA | Tools and Resources for the Electronic Accountant
WebCPA | Tools and Resources for the Electronic Accountant: "Vendor Profile: Blackbaud: Finding profit in helping nonprofits
By David McClure
There are more than 1.5 million nonprofits in the United States, receiving more than $240 billion each year in charitable contributions. They are service organizations and charities whose missions are to meet the social needs of the nation and to improve the quality of life of those they serve."
By David McClure
There are more than 1.5 million nonprofits in the United States, receiving more than $240 billion each year in charitable contributions. They are service organizations and charities whose missions are to meet the social needs of the nation and to improve the quality of life of those they serve."
At Least 70% of the Mobile Workforce, or 35 Million U.S. Workers, Is the Minimal Addressable Market for Wireless E-Mail Solutions, Says Yankee Group
At Least 70% of the Mobile Workforce, or 35 Million U.S. Workers, Is the Minimal Addressable Market for Wireless E-Mail Solutions, Says Yankee Group: "At Least 70% of the Mobile Workforce, or 35 Million U.S. Workers, Is the Minimal Addressable Market for Wireless E-Mail Solutions, Says Yankee Group
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 22, 2004--
U.S. corporate wireless e-mail market remains relatively untapped
E-mail is the most common business application U.S. mobile workers use on a daily basis, according to the Yankee Group 2004 Corporate Wireless Survey. Whether enterprise IT executives and decision-makers realize it or not, the majority of their mobile workforce has an inherent requirement for wireless access to e-mail.
'The key for IT decision-makers is not whether wireless e-mail is necessary, but how wireless e-mail can be deployed and managed cost-effectively,' says Eugene Signorini, Yankee Group Wireless/Mobile Enterprise & Commerce program manager. 'Driven by the core requirements of their mobile workers, the vast majority of U.S. businesses cite e-mail as a driver for a wireless wide-area data solution. Various wireless e-mail solutions and delivery models exist in the market, and most businesses are still evaluating the right configuration for their deployments.'
The majority of wireless e-mail solutions fall into one of three categories: desktop client solutions, behind-the-firewall solutions and carrier-hosted solutions. "
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 22, 2004--
U.S. corporate wireless e-mail market remains relatively untapped
E-mail is the most common business application U.S. mobile workers use on a daily basis, according to the Yankee Group 2004 Corporate Wireless Survey. Whether enterprise IT executives and decision-makers realize it or not, the majority of their mobile workforce has an inherent requirement for wireless access to e-mail.
'The key for IT decision-makers is not whether wireless e-mail is necessary, but how wireless e-mail can be deployed and managed cost-effectively,' says Eugene Signorini, Yankee Group Wireless/Mobile Enterprise & Commerce program manager. 'Driven by the core requirements of their mobile workers, the vast majority of U.S. businesses cite e-mail as a driver for a wireless wide-area data solution. Various wireless e-mail solutions and delivery models exist in the market, and most businesses are still evaluating the right configuration for their deployments.'
The majority of wireless e-mail solutions fall into one of three categories: desktop client solutions, behind-the-firewall solutions and carrier-hosted solutions. "
Yahoo! News - Online Extra: A Talk with Oprah Winfrey
Yahoo! News - Online Extra: A Talk with Oprah Winfrey: "Oprah Winfrey is the first African-American philanthropist to make the BusinessWeek Top 50 list. BW's Michelle Conlin recently asked Oprah to tell us a bit about her commitment to charity. Edited excerpts of their conversation follow: "
deseretnews.com | Walker proposes sweeping tax reform
deseretnews.com | Walker proposes sweeping tax reform: "If Utah used the 'average gross income' calculation, taken before people itemize for charitable giving, home mortgage interest or minor children at home, then the flat rate paid by all would only be 4.1 percent.
Monday, Walker's tax experts said most Utahns would still come out ahead in that calculation, although it would be a big political sell."
Monday, Walker's tax experts said most Utahns would still come out ahead in that calculation, although it would be a big political sell."
ePolitix.com - Raft of bills set to make Blunkett big winner
ePolitix.com - Raft of bills set to make Blunkett big winner: "On top of these the home secretary is set to get the chance to pilot his Charities Bill through parliament, which defines the work of the voluntary sector and sets public interest tests for organisations to qualify for charitable status."
Judge wants impartial report on charity - Tuesday, 11/23/04
Judge wants impartial report on charity - Tuesday, 11/23/04: "Judge wants impartial report on charity
By ROB JOHNSON
Staff Writer
A Davidson County probate judge has requested a thorough, independent accounting of a $100 million nonprofit foundation that is at the center of cross-border litigation between Tennessee and Mississippi."
By ROB JOHNSON
Staff Writer
A Davidson County probate judge has requested a thorough, independent accounting of a $100 million nonprofit foundation that is at the center of cross-border litigation between Tennessee and Mississippi."
Guardian Unlimited Politics | Special Reports | New era for charity law
Guardian Unlimited Politics | Special Reports | New era for charity law: "Special report: Queen's Speech 2004
New era for charity law
Annie Kelly
Tuesday November 23, 2004
New charity law that puts public benefit at the heart of charitable activity and raises question marks over the status of private schools was confirmed in the Queen's speech today.
After months of anxious expectation, the UK's voluntary sector will now have a modern legal framework. It is the first time that charity law has been updated since the 1600s.
The bill is likely to mean that charities must not only demonstrate that their purpose is charitable, but also of public benefit. A public benefit test, assessed case-by-case by watchdog the Charity Commission, will decide whether organisations should be granted charitable status based on the value their work brings to the wider community."
New era for charity law
Annie Kelly
Tuesday November 23, 2004
New charity law that puts public benefit at the heart of charitable activity and raises question marks over the status of private schools was confirmed in the Queen's speech today.
After months of anxious expectation, the UK's voluntary sector will now have a modern legal framework. It is the first time that charity law has been updated since the 1600s.
The bill is likely to mean that charities must not only demonstrate that their purpose is charitable, but also of public benefit. A public benefit test, assessed case-by-case by watchdog the Charity Commission, will decide whether organisations should be granted charitable status based on the value their work brings to the wider community."
Yahoo Hong kong to hold charity auction
:: Xinhuanet - English ::: "Yahoo! Hong Kong to hold charity auction
www.chinaview.cn 2004-11-23 20:02:58
HONG KONG, Nov. 23 (Xinhuanet) -- Yahoo! Hong Kong gave a kicked off of its Yahoo! Auctions' 5th Anniversary Charity Auctions here Tuesday.
The auction will be a five-week event commencing on Nov. 30 with an aim to raise fund for the Hong Kong Children's Cancer Foundation. There will be hundreds of personal collectible and hotitems to be auctions including the town's favorites brands, toys, sportswear, cosmetic and skin care "
www.chinaview.cn 2004-11-23 20:02:58
HONG KONG, Nov. 23 (Xinhuanet) -- Yahoo! Hong Kong gave a kicked off of its Yahoo! Auctions' 5th Anniversary Charity Auctions here Tuesday.
The auction will be a five-week event commencing on Nov. 30 with an aim to raise fund for the Hong Kong Children's Cancer Foundation. There will be hundreds of personal collectible and hotitems to be auctions including the town's favorites brands, toys, sportswear, cosmetic and skin care "
Metro (washingtonpost.com)
Metro (washingtonpost.com): "Too Many Nonprofits, Charity Chief Says
Brian Gallagher, president and chief executive of Alexandria-based United Way of America, said yesterday that the nonprofit sector is too big and has outstripped the ability of government regulators to oversee it.
In a speech at the National Press Club, Gallagher said that the number of nonprofit groups has grown nearly 70 percent in the past decade and that 39,000 new nonprofits are created each year. 'We have a culture in our sector that believes that more is always better,' he said, 'versus a relentless drive to provide more value by . . . better utilizing existing resources"
Brian Gallagher, president and chief executive of Alexandria-based United Way of America, said yesterday that the nonprofit sector is too big and has outstripped the ability of government regulators to oversee it.
In a speech at the National Press Club, Gallagher said that the number of nonprofit groups has grown nearly 70 percent in the past decade and that 39,000 new nonprofits are created each year. 'We have a culture in our sector that believes that more is always better,' he said, 'versus a relentless drive to provide more value by . . . better utilizing existing resources"
TheStar.com - Corporate Canada urged to give more
TheStar.com - Corporate Canada urged to give more: "Corporate Canada urged to give more
Donations are just 3% of total giving
CEOs invited to be role models
MAUREEN MURRAY
STAFF REPORTER
Corporate Canada isn't as generous to charitable causes as the public thinks, the head of the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy told business leaders yesterday.
'The truth is, financial support from the corporate sector is quite modest,' Georgia Steinsky-Schwartz, the centre's chief executive officer, said in a luncheon speech to the Empire Club of Canada.
Corporate donations make up just 3 per cent of the revenues the country's 161,000 charities and non-profit agencies � including hospitals and universities � receive, Steinsky-Schwartz told about 300 people at the Fairmount Royal York Hotel. "
Donations are just 3% of total giving
CEOs invited to be role models
MAUREEN MURRAY
STAFF REPORTER
Corporate Canada isn't as generous to charitable causes as the public thinks, the head of the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy told business leaders yesterday.
'The truth is, financial support from the corporate sector is quite modest,' Georgia Steinsky-Schwartz, the centre's chief executive officer, said in a luncheon speech to the Empire Club of Canada.
Corporate donations make up just 3 per cent of the revenues the country's 161,000 charities and non-profit agencies � including hospitals and universities � receive, Steinsky-Schwartz told about 300 people at the Fairmount Royal York Hotel. "
Monday, November 22, 2004
News That Matters to Us
News That Matters to Us: "Tax changes leave auto donations on the side of the road
By Richard Slawsky, Contributing Writer
November 22, 2004
Charities that depend on sales of donated cars to finance their activities may find themselves running low on gas after the first of the year.
Beginning Jan. 1, the tax breaks that have long fueled the donation of cars to will be eliminated, and the people who used those donations to get a tax break will no longer be getting a free ride.
'This is definitely going to affect us, but we don't know how seriously at this point,' said Buzzy Gaiennie, executive director of Bridge House, an alcoholism and drug addiction treatment center. 'We may need to start looking at doing some things differently down the road to make up for that lost income.' "
By Richard Slawsky, Contributing Writer
November 22, 2004
Charities that depend on sales of donated cars to finance their activities may find themselves running low on gas after the first of the year.
Beginning Jan. 1, the tax breaks that have long fueled the donation of cars to will be eliminated, and the people who used those donations to get a tax break will no longer be getting a free ride.
'This is definitely going to affect us, but we don't know how seriously at this point,' said Buzzy Gaiennie, executive director of Bridge House, an alcoholism and drug addiction treatment center. 'We may need to start looking at doing some things differently down the road to make up for that lost income.' "
Chicago Tribune | Charity says reforms made
Chicago Tribune | Charity says reforms made: "Charity says reforms made
Fund recovering from theft plots
By Glenn Jeffers
Tribune staff reporter
Published November 22, 2004
Since former executive director Scott Pfiel was accused of fleeing the state with at least $93,000 in donations, the Chicago Fund has been trying to ease fears that may discourage people from making donations this holiday season.
On Sunday, officials at the charity that helps seniors and the disabled said new board president Bill Kaplan, a senior-housing developer who has worked with the Chicago Fund since 1990, has reorganized it and improved its financial oversight."
Fund recovering from theft plots
By Glenn Jeffers
Tribune staff reporter
Published November 22, 2004
Since former executive director Scott Pfiel was accused of fleeing the state with at least $93,000 in donations, the Chicago Fund has been trying to ease fears that may discourage people from making donations this holiday season.
On Sunday, officials at the charity that helps seniors and the disabled said new board president Bill Kaplan, a senior-housing developer who has worked with the Chicago Fund since 1990, has reorganized it and improved its financial oversight."
CBS News | DeLay Appears To Be Off The Hook | November 22, 2004�11:01:19
CBS News | DeLay Appears To Be Off The Hook | November 22, 2004�11:01:19: "DeLay Appears To Be Off The Hook
NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2004
Tom DeLay (Photo: AP)
(CBS) By David Paul Kuhn,
CBSNews.com chief political writer
House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, R-Texas, appears to have dodged a bullet.
The powerful GOP chieftain is unlikely to be indicted by a state grand jury probing alleged campaign finance violations in Texas, according to an official involved in the investigation.
'No, no, I really don�t think DeLay will be indicted,' the official told CBSNews.com. 'And to be quite honest, [DeLay�s] lawyers know that.' "
NEW YORK, Nov. 22, 2004
Tom DeLay (Photo: AP)
(CBS) By David Paul Kuhn,
CBSNews.com chief political writer
House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, R-Texas, appears to have dodged a bullet.
The powerful GOP chieftain is unlikely to be indicted by a state grand jury probing alleged campaign finance violations in Texas, according to an official involved in the investigation.
'No, no, I really don�t think DeLay will be indicted,' the official told CBSNews.com. 'And to be quite honest, [DeLay�s] lawyers know that.' "
The Monitor - McAllen, Texas
The Monitor - McAllen, Texas: "
Help available in finding honest charities
November 21,2004
Daniel Perry
The Monitor
McALLEN � �Tis the season for giving and getting � both for nonprofit organizations and the large entities granting support for various causes.
'For us, we see it as a great time because we are getting in so much money and food,' said Nadia Ochoa, resource development manager at the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley in McAllen. 'In that aspect, we are fortunate. It is the other 11 months of the year that we need to worry about.'"
Help available in finding honest charities
November 21,2004
Daniel Perry
The Monitor
McALLEN � �Tis the season for giving and getting � both for nonprofit organizations and the large entities granting support for various causes.
'For us, we see it as a great time because we are getting in so much money and food,' said Nadia Ochoa, resource development manager at the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley in McAllen. 'In that aspect, we are fortunate. It is the other 11 months of the year that we need to worry about.'"
DonorsChoose provides an apple for the teacher, and then some - 2004-11-22 - San Francisco Business Times
DonorsChoose provides an apple for the teacher, and then some - 2004-11-22 - San Francisco Business Times: "DonorsChoose provides an apple for the teacher, and then some
Sarah Duxbury
There's a new kid in the Bay Area's class of education nonprofits. Becky Johnson launched DonorsChoose in San Francisco mere weeks ago, and has already funded over 30 proposals posted by 94 teachers at 69 schools. "
Sarah Duxbury
There's a new kid in the Bay Area's class of education nonprofits. Becky Johnson launched DonorsChoose in San Francisco mere weeks ago, and has already funded over 30 proposals posted by 94 teachers at 69 schools. "
Hawaii nonprofits benefit from a hot economy - 2004-11-22 - Pacific Business News (Honolulu)
Hawaii nonprofits benefit from a hot economy - 2004-11-22 - Pacific Business News (Honolulu): "Many nonprofit agencies are enjoying the benefits of a robust economy that is expected to grow over the next few years.
The robust tourism business, the construction boom and prospects for multimillion-dollar federal contracts flowing into Hawaii are creating more discretionary income and increasing donations to nonprofit fund-raising campaigns.
The University of Hawaii Foundation is one of the many fund-raising organizations that has experienced a flurry of donations over the past year. "
The robust tourism business, the construction boom and prospects for multimillion-dollar federal contracts flowing into Hawaii are creating more discretionary income and increasing donations to nonprofit fund-raising campaigns.
The University of Hawaii Foundation is one of the many fund-raising organizations that has experienced a flurry of donations over the past year. "
TheMilwaukeeChannel.com - Money - Share-Save-Spend: Teach Gratitude With Share Check
TheMilwaukeeChannel.com - Money - Share-Save-Spend: Teach Gratitude With Share Check: "Share-Save-Spend: Teach Gratitude With Share Check
POSTED: 3:53 pm EST November 19, 2004
UPDATED: 8:15 am EST November 22, 2004
I asked some people the other day if they knew the significance of Nov.15. They looked at me and shook their heads indicating it wasn�t ringing a bell (that�s a clue).
Nov. 15 was National Philanthropy Day (NPD), and it was celebrated by more than 50,000 people across the country. NPD celebrates the daily contributions individuals and organizations across the world make to countless causes and missions.
It�s quite a contrast to the messages of hyper-consumption that advertisers overwhelm us with at this time of year. I�m talking about the 'if you just buy one more thing you too can be eternally happy' messages. At the risk of pointing out the obvious, let me say that children are particularly susceptible to this bombardment."
POSTED: 3:53 pm EST November 19, 2004
UPDATED: 8:15 am EST November 22, 2004
I asked some people the other day if they knew the significance of Nov.15. They looked at me and shook their heads indicating it wasn�t ringing a bell (that�s a clue).
Nov. 15 was National Philanthropy Day (NPD), and it was celebrated by more than 50,000 people across the country. NPD celebrates the daily contributions individuals and organizations across the world make to countless causes and missions.
It�s quite a contrast to the messages of hyper-consumption that advertisers overwhelm us with at this time of year. I�m talking about the 'if you just buy one more thing you too can be eternally happy' messages. At the risk of pointing out the obvious, let me say that children are particularly susceptible to this bombardment."
Rules change on charitable giving and tax deductions - 2004-11-22 - Pacific Business News (Honolulu)
Rules change on charitable giving and tax deductions - 2004-11-22 - Pacific Business News (Honolulu): "Rules change on charitable giving and tax deductions
Sally Little
Nonprofit Strategies
As the end of the calendar year approaches, potential donors focus on end-of-the-year giving.
Donations are made to support a favorite nonprofit and also to capture current year tax deductions. "
Sally Little
Nonprofit Strategies
As the end of the calendar year approaches, potential donors focus on end-of-the-year giving.
Donations are made to support a favorite nonprofit and also to capture current year tax deductions. "
Don't doubt your donation
Don't doubt your donation: "Don't doubt your donation
Barbara A. Brenner
Monday, November 22, 2004
On the heels of October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the last thing anyone working in breast cancer expected or wanted to see were the charges against the Big Bam Foundation. Allegations that the New York charity misspent donations on what seem to be a variety of personal expenses highlight the need for the public to look before it leaps into giving. In the field of breast-cancer philanthropy, we call this thinking before you pink. "
Barbara A. Brenner
Monday, November 22, 2004
On the heels of October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the last thing anyone working in breast cancer expected or wanted to see were the charges against the Big Bam Foundation. Allegations that the New York charity misspent donations on what seem to be a variety of personal expenses highlight the need for the public to look before it leaps into giving. In the field of breast-cancer philanthropy, we call this thinking before you pink. "
The Province
The Province: "Non-profit links can pay off in future
Calgary executive learning new skills she can apply directly to her job
Derek Sankey
For CanWest News Service
Sunday, November 21, 2004
CALGARY -- Parviz Mohamed is making a valuable link in her career between the corporate and non-profit sectors, learning new skills she can apply directly to her job at TransAlta Corp. as director of major maintenance planning"
Calgary executive learning new skills she can apply directly to her job
Derek Sankey
For CanWest News Service
Sunday, November 21, 2004
CALGARY -- Parviz Mohamed is making a valuable link in her career between the corporate and non-profit sectors, learning new skills she can apply directly to her job at TransAlta Corp. as director of major maintenance planning"
Tallahassee Democrat | 11/21/2004 | Lawmakers set for faith-based issues
Tallahassee Democrat 11/21/2004 Lawmakers set for faith-based issues: "Lawmakers set for faith-based issues
By Nancy Cook Lauer
DEMOCRAT CAPITOL BUREAU CHIEF
Buoyed by polls showing that moral values influenced the election, officials from the White House to the statehouse are planning to draw more faith-based groups into services traditionally provided by government.
But organizations such as the American Civil Liberties Union caution that government zeal to contract with religious groups for everything from pre-school to prisons to nursing homes could run afoul of the separation of church and state."
By Nancy Cook Lauer
DEMOCRAT CAPITOL BUREAU CHIEF
Buoyed by polls showing that moral values influenced the election, officials from the White House to the statehouse are planning to draw more faith-based groups into services traditionally provided by government.
But organizations such as the American Civil Liberties Union caution that government zeal to contract with religious groups for everything from pre-school to prisons to nursing homes could run afoul of the separation of church and state."
11/20/2004 - Frist "Save Our Scouts" Bill Fails - Breaking News - Chattanoogan.com
11/20/2004 - Frist "Save Our Scouts" Bill Fails - Breaking News - Chattanoogan.com: "Frist 'Save Our Scouts' Bill Fails
posted November 20, 2004
WASHINGTON, D.C. � U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, M.D. (R-TN) made the following statement late Saturday evening after introducing the �Save Our Scouts� bill to permit federal support for the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America. Frist attempted to move the legislation today by unanimous consent. The measure did not pass."
posted November 20, 2004
WASHINGTON, D.C. � U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, M.D. (R-TN) made the following statement late Saturday evening after introducing the �Save Our Scouts� bill to permit federal support for the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America. Frist attempted to move the legislation today by unanimous consent. The measure did not pass."
USNews.com: Jodie T. Allen: Tax reform tossup (11/29/04)
USNews.com: Jodie T. Allen: Tax reform tossup (11/29/04): "So where would the needed revenues come from? Surely not from average wage earners, whose take-home pay has been nearly flat over the past decade. As for the wealthy, further tax benefits, like permanent repeal of the estate tax, are tops on Bush's list. Still, two sources are ripe for plucking, notes Yale Law School Prof. Michael Graetz: 'importers and cheats.' To tap them, Graetz proposes a 'progressive value-added tax' that would also vastly simplify life for most taxpayers. Under the plan, a 14 percent value-added tax would replace the income tax entirely for families with income below $100,000. A 25 percent flat tax would be levied on income in excess of that amount. To 'avoid some of the big shocks,' Graetz would keep deductions for home mortgages and charitable gifts. To avoid double taxation, state and local taxes would also be deductible--a feature the administration is considering dumping (after all, such levies tend to be highest in 'blue states')."
Mississippi enters fight over Maddox charity - Monday, 11/22/04
Mississippi enters fight over Maddox charity - Monday, 11/22/04: "The battle for control of the $100 million charitable Maddox Foundation has turned into a border war.
The latest shot came when the Mississippi attorney general entered the fray last week, filing suit and getting a judge there to temporarily block the transfer of foundation assets from Mississippi to Tennessee."
The latest shot came when the Mississippi attorney general entered the fray last week, filing suit and getting a judge there to temporarily block the transfer of foundation assets from Mississippi to Tennessee."
Mississippi enters fight over Maddox charity - Monday, 11/22/04
Mississippi enters fight over Maddox charity - Monday, 11/22/04: "The battle for control of the $100 million charitable Maddox Foundation has turned into a border war.
The latest shot came when the Mississippi attorney general entered the fray last week, filing suit and getting a judge there to temporarily block the transfer of foundation assets from Mississippi to Tennessee."
The latest shot came when the Mississippi attorney general entered the fray last week, filing suit and getting a judge there to temporarily block the transfer of foundation assets from Mississippi to Tennessee."
Exec allegedly stole from charity
Exec allegedly stole from charity: "
Exec allegedly stole from charity
November 21, 2004
BY FRAN SPIELMAN AND STEFANO ESPOSITO Staff Reporters Advertisement
After 13 months allegedly on the lam, the former head of a nonprofit that delivers holiday meals to 5,000 Chicago seniors and people with disabilities has been arrested and charged with embezzling at least $93,000 from a fund meant to reimburse Chicago taxpayers."
Exec allegedly stole from charity
November 21, 2004
BY FRAN SPIELMAN AND STEFANO ESPOSITO Staff Reporters Advertisement
After 13 months allegedly on the lam, the former head of a nonprofit that delivers holiday meals to 5,000 Chicago seniors and people with disabilities has been arrested and charged with embezzling at least $93,000 from a fund meant to reimburse Chicago taxpayers."
baltimoresun.com - The charity squeeze
baltimoresun.com - The charity squeeze: "Financing those good works is a job that Major Jim Arrowood, the Salvation Army's area commander, delights in. It's an extra challenge this year because Target, the upscale discount box store, decided this year to ban the Salvation Army's traditional Christmas bell ringers and kettles from the entrances of all 1,272 Target stores across the nation.
Last year, money collected outside Target stores in the Baltimore area accounted for more than a third of the $223,000 collected in the local kettle drive.
Target officials said the company was forced to bar the venerable Salvation Army bell ringers because it wasn't fair to allow one charity to solicit and not the many others who sought the same permission."
Last year, money collected outside Target stores in the Baltimore area accounted for more than a third of the $223,000 collected in the local kettle drive.
Target officials said the company was forced to bar the venerable Salvation Army bell ringers because it wasn't fair to allow one charity to solicit and not the many others who sought the same permission."
The Chronicle, 11/25/2004: Jewish Giving's New Era
The Chronicle, 11/25/2004: Jewish Giving's New Era: "Jewish Giving's New Era
Established groups face growing competition for funds
By Debra Nussbaum Cohen
It was just a generation ago that the first checks most American Jews wrote to charity were to their local Jewish
federations, which provide social services to the needy, and to the United Jewish Appeal, which supported Jews in Israel."
Established groups face growing competition for funds
By Debra Nussbaum Cohen
It was just a generation ago that the first checks most American Jews wrote to charity were to their local Jewish
federations, which provide social services to the needy, and to the United Jewish Appeal, which supported Jews in Israel."
A seal of good giving | csmonitor.com
These articles are part of the Monitors Annual Guide to Giving
A seal of good giving | csmonitor.com
A seal of good giving | csmonitor.com
A good cause - or cause for annoyance? | csmonitor.com
A good cause - or cause for annoyance? | csmonitor.com: "A good cause - or cause for annoyance?
By Jeremiah Hall | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
SAN FRANCISCO � Dinners free from telemarketers might seem nostalgic this holiday season. Although more than 58 million households have joined the federal 'Do Not Call Registry,' watchdog groups predict that the volume of telemarketer solicitations will increase during the next six weeks, the traditional giving season.
That's partly because the registry allows some groups, including charities, to keep dialing to ask for donations. It's also partly because some nonprofits have surreptitiously hired for-profit telemarketers to raise funds on their behalf. That practice is controversial because telemarketers often keep the lion's share of the money they raise in the name of the charity."
By Jeremiah Hall | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
SAN FRANCISCO � Dinners free from telemarketers might seem nostalgic this holiday season. Although more than 58 million households have joined the federal 'Do Not Call Registry,' watchdog groups predict that the volume of telemarketer solicitations will increase during the next six weeks, the traditional giving season.
That's partly because the registry allows some groups, including charities, to keep dialing to ask for donations. It's also partly because some nonprofits have surreptitiously hired for-profit telemarketers to raise funds on their behalf. That practice is controversial because telemarketers often keep the lion's share of the money they raise in the name of the charity."
Boston.com / News / Local / Mass. / Mergers pinching smaller nonprofits
Boston.com / News / Local / Mass. / Mergers pinching smaller nonprofits: "Mergers pinching smaller nonprofits
Not all cut back on Boston giving
By Sasha Talcott, Globe Staff | November 21, 2004
The staff at the Veterans Benefits Clearinghouse knows many of the homeless men and women who roam Boston's streets once served in the armed forces. For years, the small Roxbury nonprofit has helped by finding them jobs.
ADVERTISEMENT
Yet the veterans group recently had to eliminate its position of job developer and, despite its pleas to corporations in New England and nationwide, has found no "
Not all cut back on Boston giving
By Sasha Talcott, Globe Staff | November 21, 2004
The staff at the Veterans Benefits Clearinghouse knows many of the homeless men and women who roam Boston's streets once served in the armed forces. For years, the small Roxbury nonprofit has helped by finding them jobs.
ADVERTISEMENT
Yet the veterans group recently had to eliminate its position of job developer and, despite its pleas to corporations in New England and nationwide, has found no "
NSW digs deepest for donations - National - www.smh.com.au
NSW digs deepest for donations - National - www.smh.com.au: "NSW digs deepest for donations
By Matt Wade
November 22, 2004
Women give more than men, and NSW taxpayers are the most generous as we claim nearly $900 million in tax-deductible charity donations a year.
The average tax-deductible donation in 2001-02 was $241, about $100 more than a decade ago.
By Matt Wade
November 22, 2004
Women give more than men, and NSW taxpayers are the most generous as we claim nearly $900 million in tax-deductible charity donations a year.
The average tax-deductible donation in 2001-02 was $241, about $100 more than a decade ago.
Yahoo! News - Janitor's $2.3M Gift Doesn't Shock Friends
Yahoo! News - Janitor's $2.3M Gift Doesn't Shock Friends: "Janitor's $2.3M Gift Doesn't Shock Friends
By SUSAN GALLAGHER, Associated Press Writer
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - When Genesio Morlacci left $2.3 million to a small college here, many people were astonished at the wealth amassed by a man who operated a dry-cleaning shop and later worked as a part-time janitor in retirement. But to those who knew Morlacci well, his bequest came as no surprise. "
By SUSAN GALLAGHER, Associated Press Writer
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - When Genesio Morlacci left $2.3 million to a small college here, many people were astonished at the wealth amassed by a man who operated a dry-cleaning shop and later worked as a part-time janitor in retirement. But to those who knew Morlacci well, his bequest came as no surprise. "
Beneficence built on faith
Beneficence built on faith
Beneficence built on faith
Hoosiers bestow bulk of giving on churches, religious charities
robert.king@indystar.com
November 21, 2004
Carole Ervin-Brown, an elementary school principal in Indianapolis, gives 10 percent of her take-home pay to the church she has attended all her life. And when she gets a tax refund, she gives 10 percent of that, too.
Beneficence built on faith
Hoosiers bestow bulk of giving on churches, religious charities
robert.king@indystar.com
November 21, 2004
Carole Ervin-Brown, an elementary school principal in Indianapolis, gives 10 percent of her take-home pay to the church she has attended all her life. And when she gets a tax refund, she gives 10 percent of that, too.
Charity Village� NewsWeek: Coffee with Cam
Charity Village� NewsWeek: Coffee with Cam: "So let me share that challenge with the AFP. I think they can add to the success and vibrancy of Philanthropy Day. And, please, understand this is not criticism...merely a suggestion. I applaud how philanthropists are recognized. I also think it's wonderful that Philanthropy Day brings all types of people together and makes them feels good about themselves.
I just wonder, though. The name is Philanthropy Day, right? While it's great - absolutely great - to honour people for their leadership and unfailing commitment to the community, is there any way the event could raise funds for a charity? Maybe a portion of the ticket. Perhaps a table event."
I just wonder, though. The name is Philanthropy Day, right? While it's great - absolutely great - to honour people for their leadership and unfailing commitment to the community, is there any way the event could raise funds for a charity? Maybe a portion of the ticket. Perhaps a table event."
Managing Volunteer Resources: an evolving profession
Managing volunteer resources: An evolving profession
November 22, 2004
By Louise Chatterton Luchuk
When you ask Mary McKillop, CAVR, director of volunteer resources at Vancouver's Providence Health Centre, to describe the evolution of the volunteer resource management profession she harkens back to the days when you hired a "warm body with a caring heart." Today's criteria for hiring includes competencies, related degrees, and certification. If you ask Judy Lister, CAVR, volunteer resources coordinator at The Manitoba Museum and former president of the Manitoba Association for Volunteer Administration, to describe the evolution of her own volunteer resource management profession, she'll tell you that like most people, she "slid in from another area." From there she made career and education choices that led to certification in volunteer resource management
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