Hartford Advocate: Trinity in Crisis: "Trinity in Crisis
President Jones tells faculty to �find� money to offset a deficit. Where did it all go wrong?
by Adam Bulger - February 3, 2005
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Will the next generation of students describe their time at Trinity as �the lean years?�
In December, Trinity College President Jimmy Jones called a staff meeting. All of the college's employees -- administrators, professors, campus safety officers -- packed the Washington Room auditorium, according to some who attended. Addressing the crowd, Jones announced that after a decade of steady spending and investing, Trinity was running a $10 million deficit. "
Friday, February 04, 2005
KSDK NewsChannel 5 - Where The News Comes First
KSDK NewsChannel 5 - Where The News Comes First: "Charitable Poker Games Need To Ante Up When It Comes To The Illinois' Rules
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(KSDK) -- From teenagers to church groups, Texas Hold'em card tournaments are sweeping the nation. However, the mayor of Belleville says before you play, you must pay for a charitable gaming permit."
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(KSDK) -- From teenagers to church groups, Texas Hold'em card tournaments are sweeping the nation. However, the mayor of Belleville says before you play, you must pay for a charitable gaming permit."
Avoiding jargon a 'value-added' 'win-win'
: "Avoiding jargon a 'value-added' 'win-win'
February 4, 2005
BY DANA KNIGHT
At the end of the day all that really matters is thinking outside the box.
There has to be a certain synergy in the workplace to create a win-win situation.
Everyone should get on the same page and be customer-centric and that -- all you Gen Xers -- will lead to core competency.
Confused? Irked? "
February 4, 2005
BY DANA KNIGHT
At the end of the day all that really matters is thinking outside the box.
There has to be a certain synergy in the workplace to create a win-win situation.
Everyone should get on the same page and be customer-centric and that -- all you Gen Xers -- will lead to core competency.
Confused? Irked? "
The Basics of Online Fundraising :: PNNOnline :: the nonprofit news and information resource
The Basics of Online Fundraising :: PNNOnline :: the nonprofit news and information resource: "The Basics of Online Fundraising
Posted by: brandiellerbee on Friday, February 4, 2005
Topic Expert Opinion
As Americans migrate in increasing numbers to the Internet, online fundraising campaigns are gaining ground in the nonprofit sector. Organizations can now employ the Internet as a tool to create long-lasting e-relationships with donors and constituents. Once an organization has developed an online relationship with its constituents, it�s time to make that first �ask.� Consider these approaches to ensure each online campaign is as effective as possible.
Determine Objectives
An organization must clearly understand its strategic objectives before launching an online fundraising campaign. Setting objectives sharpens messages while also establishing standards for measuring results.
For instance, a nonprofit�s goal might be to improve awareness and acquire new donors among younger supporters ages 28-40. This campaign might include four different emails, executed over a 12-week period. The objective of the first communication might be to engage this demographic with an informational update on the organization's activities while the second mailing might be an invitation to a special event for younger supporters. The third might include a fundraising appeal followed by a reminder to those who have not yet donated."
Posted by: brandiellerbee on Friday, February 4, 2005
Topic Expert Opinion
As Americans migrate in increasing numbers to the Internet, online fundraising campaigns are gaining ground in the nonprofit sector. Organizations can now employ the Internet as a tool to create long-lasting e-relationships with donors and constituents. Once an organization has developed an online relationship with its constituents, it�s time to make that first �ask.� Consider these approaches to ensure each online campaign is as effective as possible.
Determine Objectives
An organization must clearly understand its strategic objectives before launching an online fundraising campaign. Setting objectives sharpens messages while also establishing standards for measuring results.
For instance, a nonprofit�s goal might be to improve awareness and acquire new donors among younger supporters ages 28-40. This campaign might include four different emails, executed over a 12-week period. The objective of the first communication might be to engage this demographic with an informational update on the organization's activities while the second mailing might be an invitation to a special event for younger supporters. The third might include a fundraising appeal followed by a reminder to those who have not yet donated."
CBC Montreal - 28 arrested as telemarketing firm busted
CBC Montreal - 28 arrested as telemarketing firm busted: "28 arrested as telemarketing firm busted
MONTREAL - Police say a telemarketing scam with more than 100,000 victims has been busted in Montreal.
'There were actually about 100,000 victims that lost a total of $45 million to that organization'
Investigators say the telemarketers themselves are the suspects�the people who were making sales calls almost exclusively to the United States.
The telemarketing company was operating out of two offices in Cote-des-Neiges.
The investigation began 18 months ago, but police say the scam has probably been running for five years."
MONTREAL - Police say a telemarketing scam with more than 100,000 victims has been busted in Montreal.
'There were actually about 100,000 victims that lost a total of $45 million to that organization'
Investigators say the telemarketers themselves are the suspects�the people who were making sales calls almost exclusively to the United States.
The telemarketing company was operating out of two offices in Cote-des-Neiges.
The investigation began 18 months ago, but police say the scam has probably been running for five years."
WKYT 27 NEWSFIRST & WYMT Mountain News - Open records case case involved donations to university foundation
WKYT 27 NEWSFIRST & WYMT Mountain News - Open records case case involved donations to university foundation: "One recent high-profile case involved an effort by The Courier-Journal to get access to records of donations the University of Louisville Foundation and an academic center named for U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell."
roanoke.com - Business Stories -Bill aims at investment practice
roanoke.com - Business Stories -Bill aims at investment practice: "Bill aims at investment practice
Del. Morgan Griffith said Virginia is one of only four states that allow someone to insure another's life and designate a beneficiary that has no connection to the insured person.
By Michael Sluss
(804) 697-1585
The Roanoke Times
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RICHMOND - The General Assembly appears well on the way toward outlawing an emerging investment practice that allows investment pools to insure the lives of total strangers in exchange for a promise to steer part of the death benefits to charities or nonprofit organizations.
A House of Delegates committee voted Thursday to support legislation (HB 2766) that Del. Morgan Griffith, R-Salem, sponsored at the request of two Virginia-based insurance companies, including Shenandoah Life of Roanoke. The Senate unanimously passed a similar bill (SB 1227) last month. Griffith said Virginia is one of only four states that allow someone to insure another's life and designate a beneficiary that has no connection to the insured person. "
Del. Morgan Griffith said Virginia is one of only four states that allow someone to insure another's life and designate a beneficiary that has no connection to the insured person.
By Michael Sluss
(804) 697-1585
The Roanoke Times
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RICHMOND - The General Assembly appears well on the way toward outlawing an emerging investment practice that allows investment pools to insure the lives of total strangers in exchange for a promise to steer part of the death benefits to charities or nonprofit organizations.
A House of Delegates committee voted Thursday to support legislation (HB 2766) that Del. Morgan Griffith, R-Salem, sponsored at the request of two Virginia-based insurance companies, including Shenandoah Life of Roanoke. The Senate unanimously passed a similar bill (SB 1227) last month. Griffith said Virginia is one of only four states that allow someone to insure another's life and designate a beneficiary that has no connection to the insured person. "
Misguided benevolence: Whence 'charity' comes - PittsburghLIVE.com
Misguided benevolence: Whence 'charity' comes - PittsburghLIVE.com: "Misguided benevolence: Whence 'charity' comes
Friday, February 4, 2005
When government oversteps its bounds, even for what are defended as purely altruistic reasons, the public interest gets trampled.
It did in North Huntingdon Township, where commissioners by a 6-1 vote endorsed a $1,000 donation to the American Red Cross to aid victims of the Sept. 17 flooding. Proponents say it was the right thing to do."
Friday, February 4, 2005
When government oversteps its bounds, even for what are defended as purely altruistic reasons, the public interest gets trampled.
It did in North Huntingdon Township, where commissioners by a 6-1 vote endorsed a $1,000 donation to the American Red Cross to aid victims of the Sept. 17 flooding. Proponents say it was the right thing to do."
Britain's Universities Go Begging
Britain's Universities Go Begging: "Britain's Universities Go Begging
Cash-strapped colleges are following the U.S. example and turning to alumni for help, so far with no great success
Nearly two years ago, graduates of Oxford University's 488-year-old Corpus Christi College had their first taste of a distinctly American collegiate tradition: the fund-raising phone-a-thon. Students paid to dial up the college's alumni during spring break raised $280,000 to support graduate student grants. This spring, thanks to a donor who has offered matching funds, the college is poised to double that amount. 'These things are starting to happen,' says Peter Lampl, chairman of the educational Sutton Trust charity, who is donating the $188,000 to help Corpus Christi, his alma mater."
Cash-strapped colleges are following the U.S. example and turning to alumni for help, so far with no great success
Nearly two years ago, graduates of Oxford University's 488-year-old Corpus Christi College had their first taste of a distinctly American collegiate tradition: the fund-raising phone-a-thon. Students paid to dial up the college's alumni during spring break raised $280,000 to support graduate student grants. This spring, thanks to a donor who has offered matching funds, the college is poised to double that amount. 'These things are starting to happen,' says Peter Lampl, chairman of the educational Sutton Trust charity, who is donating the $188,000 to help Corpus Christi, his alma mater."
ContraCostaTimes.com | 02/04/2005 | Neighborhood fund-raising ordinance faces opposition
ContraCostaTimes.com | 02/04/2005 | Neighborhood fund-raising ordinance faces opposition: "Neighborhood fund-raising ordinance faces opposition
By Alan Lopez
CONTRA COSTA TIMES
KENSINGTON - Some residents say a county plan to govern fund-raising events held at private homes will leave a door open for neighborhood disruption.
At issue in the Contra Costa County unincorporated community are charitable events held at the home of a concert promoter. Neighbors and other residents object to the noise and traffic attracted to events in his backyard amphitheater.
At a meeting of the Kensington Municipal Advisory Council this week, residents said the events at Danny Scher's home -- using a professional sound system and featuring entertainers, such as singer Bonnie Raitt -- were inappropriate in a residential neighborhood, creating traffic and noise problems and violating their privacy"
By Alan Lopez
CONTRA COSTA TIMES
KENSINGTON - Some residents say a county plan to govern fund-raising events held at private homes will leave a door open for neighborhood disruption.
At issue in the Contra Costa County unincorporated community are charitable events held at the home of a concert promoter. Neighbors and other residents object to the noise and traffic attracted to events in his backyard amphitheater.
At a meeting of the Kensington Municipal Advisory Council this week, residents said the events at Danny Scher's home -- using a professional sound system and featuring entertainers, such as singer Bonnie Raitt -- were inappropriate in a residential neighborhood, creating traffic and noise problems and violating their privacy"
Social Enterprise Alliance 6th Gathering Scholarship Application
Social Enterprise Alliance 6th Gathering Scholarship Application: "6TH GATHERING SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
As a firm statement of support for this growing social enterprise field, the Case Foundation is making 50 scholarships available to nonprofits which want to attend the 6th Gathering of the Social Enterprise Alliance. The scholarships fully underwrite the cost of the main conference registration and include 2 nights of hotel expense. They are intended for nonprofit professionals who would otherwise not be able to afford to attend.
Scholarships will be awarded to the first 50 nonprofits that respond to this offer.
Members of Social Enterprise Alliance will be given preference until February 16th. After that date, if any scholarships are still available, they will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.
The scholarship will cover the cost of accomodation on Monday, April 18, 2005 & Tuesday, April 19, 2005 for those located outside of the Milwuakee area.
All applications must be received by Friday, February, 25th.
If more than one person from your organization wants to take advantage of this offer, please email jennifer@se-alliance.org, who will add the other person(s) to a waitlist.
If you received a scholarship last year, your name will be put on the waitlist. "
As a firm statement of support for this growing social enterprise field, the Case Foundation is making 50 scholarships available to nonprofits which want to attend the 6th Gathering of the Social Enterprise Alliance. The scholarships fully underwrite the cost of the main conference registration and include 2 nights of hotel expense. They are intended for nonprofit professionals who would otherwise not be able to afford to attend.
Scholarships will be awarded to the first 50 nonprofits that respond to this offer.
Members of Social Enterprise Alliance will be given preference until February 16th. After that date, if any scholarships are still available, they will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.
The scholarship will cover the cost of accomodation on Monday, April 18, 2005 & Tuesday, April 19, 2005 for those located outside of the Milwuakee area.
All applications must be received by Friday, February, 25th.
If more than one person from your organization wants to take advantage of this offer, please email jennifer@se-alliance.org, who will add the other person(s) to a waitlist.
If you received a scholarship last year, your name will be put on the waitlist. "
Directory of Social Change - Charity Events
Directory of Social Change - Charity Events: "
Charity Law Conference 2005
Personnel Conference 2005
Regional Fundraising Conference
ACEVO in association with the DSC Working Together for Top Teams
Trusts Training from DSC"
Charity Law Conference 2005
Personnel Conference 2005
Regional Fundraising Conference
ACEVO in association with the DSC Working Together for Top Teams
Trusts Training from DSC"
Change or Tradition?
Change or Tradition?: "Change or Tradition?
NACVS Chairs' and Trustees' Conference 2005
NACVS is organising its first national conference for Chairs and Trustees of local infrastructure organisations, which will take place in Leicester on Tuesday 8 February. Over the past year, Chairs and Trustees have told us that they would welcome an opportunity to come together to reflect, learn and share experiences: this conference will provide that opportunity.
We will begin the day with a discussion about what it means to be an effective Trustee. What are the demands and challenges you face, and what support do you need to handle these and still enjoy your special role in your organisation? "
NACVS Chairs' and Trustees' Conference 2005
NACVS is organising its first national conference for Chairs and Trustees of local infrastructure organisations, which will take place in Leicester on Tuesday 8 February. Over the past year, Chairs and Trustees have told us that they would welcome an opportunity to come together to reflect, learn and share experiences: this conference will provide that opportunity.
We will begin the day with a discussion about what it means to be an effective Trustee. What are the demands and challenges you face, and what support do you need to handle these and still enjoy your special role in your organisation? "
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Public support funding policy, claims new lottery fund
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Public support funding policy, claims new lottery fund: "Public supports grants policy, claims new lottery fund
Annie Kelly
Monday January 31, 2005
The Big Lottery Fund claimed today that the results of the first public consultation into the way it intends to distribute money to good causes are a vindication of its policies.
The new lottery funding body, which was formed last year from a merger of the New Opportunities Fund and the Community Fund, has so far drawn widespread criticism from the UK voluntary sector. "
Annie Kelly
Monday January 31, 2005
The Big Lottery Fund claimed today that the results of the first public consultation into the way it intends to distribute money to good causes are a vindication of its policies.
The new lottery funding body, which was formed last year from a merger of the New Opportunities Fund and the Community Fund, has so far drawn widespread criticism from the UK voluntary sector. "
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Wanted: visionaries to change the world
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Wanted: visionaries to change the world: "Wanted: visionaries to change the world
Martin Wainwright
Friday February 4, 2005
The Guardian
Anyone who wants to change the world, or at least their corner of it, has got less than a month to apply for a generous helping hand.
Six 'visionaries' able to convince one of Britain's biggest charities that they have got a brilliant and plausible idea for social reform will be awarded up to �40,000 for five years, annual office costs of �5,000, plus networking support to get things going. "
Martin Wainwright
Friday February 4, 2005
The Guardian
Anyone who wants to change the world, or at least their corner of it, has got less than a month to apply for a generous helping hand.
Six 'visionaries' able to convince one of Britain's biggest charities that they have got a brilliant and plausible idea for social reform will be awarded up to �40,000 for five years, annual office costs of �5,000, plus networking support to get things going. "
Thursday, February 03, 2005
News Sentinel | 02/03/2005 | Wanted: work for 10,000 volunteers
News Sentinel | 02/03/2005 | Wanted: work for 10,000 volunteers: "Wanted: work for 10,000 volunteers
United Way needs project proposals for Day of Caring
By Jennifer L. Boen
jboen@news-sentinel.com
Ten thousand volunteers have created an interesting situation for the United Way of Allen County. At least that many children and teens will converge on the community April 22 for the fourth annual United Way Youth Day of Caring, patterned after the original Day of Caring for adults."
United Way needs project proposals for Day of Caring
By Jennifer L. Boen
jboen@news-sentinel.com
Ten thousand volunteers have created an interesting situation for the United Way of Allen County. At least that many children and teens will converge on the community April 22 for the fourth annual United Way Youth Day of Caring, patterned after the original Day of Caring for adults."
Montreal Gazette - canada.com network
Montreal Gazette - canada.com network: "Police operation targets fraudulent telemarketers
Canadian Press
Thursday, February 03, 2005
MONTREAL(CP) -- Fifteen people were arrested Thursday after police busted a telemarketing ring operating in Canada and the United States that often preyed on seniors, the RCMP said.
The 15 suspects were arrested in Montreal and police also expected to make arrests in the United States. "
Canadian Press
Thursday, February 03, 2005
MONTREAL(CP) -- Fifteen people were arrested Thursday after police busted a telemarketing ring operating in Canada and the United States that often preyed on seniors, the RCMP said.
The 15 suspects were arrested in Montreal and police also expected to make arrests in the United States. "
GuideStar - News - Articles - Newsletter Readers' Recommendations for Charity Reform: January Question of the Month Results
GuideStar - News - Articles - Newsletter Readers' Recommendations for Charity Reform: January Question of the Month Results: "Newsletter Readers' Recommendations for Charity Reform: January Question of the Month Results
This may be a big year for the nation's charities. Early next month, an expert panel will deliver a preliminary report on charity reform to the Senate Finance Committee. Convened by Independent Sector at the request of committee chairman Chuck Grassley and ranking Democratic member Max Baucus, the panel's work continues the discussion of charity reform that the two legislators initiated in a hearing last June. The panel will submit its final report in the spring.
With the delivery of the preliminary report so near, we decided to consult our own panel of experts, GuideStar Newsletter readers. January's Question of the Month asked, 'If you were advising the Senate Finance Committee on charity reform, what one thing would you recommend be changed?'
Readers made a variety of suggestions:"
This may be a big year for the nation's charities. Early next month, an expert panel will deliver a preliminary report on charity reform to the Senate Finance Committee. Convened by Independent Sector at the request of committee chairman Chuck Grassley and ranking Democratic member Max Baucus, the panel's work continues the discussion of charity reform that the two legislators initiated in a hearing last June. The panel will submit its final report in the spring.
With the delivery of the preliminary report so near, we decided to consult our own panel of experts, GuideStar Newsletter readers. January's Question of the Month asked, 'If you were advising the Senate Finance Committee on charity reform, what one thing would you recommend be changed?'
Readers made a variety of suggestions:"
MNSUN - News Bill would allow movers to donate their services
MNSUN - News
Bill would allow movers to donate their services
(Created 2/3/2005 9:46:02 AM)
State Sen. Bill Belanger, R-Bloomington, has introduced legislation to change state law to allow moving companies to donate their services to charity.
The bill, which passed a Senate committee last week, is aimed at fixing a quirk in state law that hobbles moving companies’ efforts to provide free services to charitable agencies, according to Belanger.
The measure has the backing of Gov. Tim Pawlenty, Belanger said.
Bill would allow movers to donate their services
(Created 2/3/2005 9:46:02 AM)
State Sen. Bill Belanger, R-Bloomington, has introduced legislation to change state law to allow moving companies to donate their services to charity.
The bill, which passed a Senate committee last week, is aimed at fixing a quirk in state law that hobbles moving companies’ efforts to provide free services to charitable agencies, according to Belanger.
The measure has the backing of Gov. Tim Pawlenty, Belanger said.
Cleburne News - Local non-propfits make positive impact
Cleburne News - Local non-propfits make positive impact: "Local non-propfits make positive impact
02-03-2005
A recent report on non-profit organizations in Alabama shows that three groups in Cleburne County make a positive impact.
The report, The Alabama Nonprofit Sector Report, aims to build awareness about the vital role nonprofits play in Alabama�s economy.
The primary source for the data comes from Form 990 annual reports filed with the Internal Revenue Service by charitable groups with over $25,000 gross annual receipts and information from the Nonprofit Resource Center of Alabama.
�At the end of 2002, Alabama had nearly 10,500 charitable nonprofit organizations registered with the IRS, and this figure does not include the state�s foundations and religious organizations which also positively impact their communities,� said George Elliott, NRCA�s executive director. �Of this amount there were 3,161 reporting charitable nonprofits, and these organizations had $6.6 billion in expenditures in 2002 - five percent of the Gross State Product in Alabama. Also, the value of the assets of the reporting nonprofits totaled $11.6 billion. These figures underscore the tremendous impact that Alabama�s nonprofit sector has on our state�s economy.�"
02-03-2005
A recent report on non-profit organizations in Alabama shows that three groups in Cleburne County make a positive impact.
The report, The Alabama Nonprofit Sector Report, aims to build awareness about the vital role nonprofits play in Alabama�s economy.
The primary source for the data comes from Form 990 annual reports filed with the Internal Revenue Service by charitable groups with over $25,000 gross annual receipts and information from the Nonprofit Resource Center of Alabama.
�At the end of 2002, Alabama had nearly 10,500 charitable nonprofit organizations registered with the IRS, and this figure does not include the state�s foundations and religious organizations which also positively impact their communities,� said George Elliott, NRCA�s executive director. �Of this amount there were 3,161 reporting charitable nonprofits, and these organizations had $6.6 billion in expenditures in 2002 - five percent of the Gross State Product in Alabama. Also, the value of the assets of the reporting nonprofits totaled $11.6 billion. These figures underscore the tremendous impact that Alabama�s nonprofit sector has on our state�s economy.�"
AP Wire | 02/02/2005 | Deleting Spam Costs Billions, Study Finds
AP Wire | 02/02/2005 | Deleting Spam Costs Billions, Study Finds: "Posted on Wed, Feb. 02, 2005
Deleting Spam Costs Billions, Study Finds
ANICK JESDANUN
Associated Press
NEW YORK - Time wasted deleting junk e-mail costs American businesses nearly $22 billion a year, according to a new study from the University of Maryland."
Deleting Spam Costs Billions, Study Finds
ANICK JESDANUN
Associated Press
NEW YORK - Time wasted deleting junk e-mail costs American businesses nearly $22 billion a year, according to a new study from the University of Maryland."
Fayetteville Online Story - Blunt Instrument
Fayetteville Online Story - Blunt Instrument: "Blunt Instrument
True reform makes things work better
You're a merchant, and someone's been pilfering your stock. In fact, your losses average an alarming 10 percent. Do you (A) slash your inventory 10 percent or (B) fire the staff and close the store?
If it occurs to you that you weren't given a crack at the right answer (find the thief and get rid of him), then you may have a future in business - and a burning curiosity about the news that a congressional committee wants to 'reform' a conservation device by smashing it.
This is a case of intellectual laziness that could have repercussions for Fort Bragg and Pope Air Force Base, for Revolutionary War sites and for wetlands and other extraordinary natural assets.
The Joint Committee on Taxation cites widespread abuse, some blatant and well-documented and some conjectural, of a program that gives big tax breaks to homeowners who donate conservation easements to nonprofits.
The proposal, which the committee estimates would eventually save $1 billion, 'eliminates the need to assess valuation, conservation benefits, and private benefits with respect to a large group of transactions that often provide questionable or limited public benefits.'
True reform makes things work better
You're a merchant, and someone's been pilfering your stock. In fact, your losses average an alarming 10 percent. Do you (A) slash your inventory 10 percent or (B) fire the staff and close the store?
If it occurs to you that you weren't given a crack at the right answer (find the thief and get rid of him), then you may have a future in business - and a burning curiosity about the news that a congressional committee wants to 'reform' a conservation device by smashing it.
This is a case of intellectual laziness that could have repercussions for Fort Bragg and Pope Air Force Base, for Revolutionary War sites and for wetlands and other extraordinary natural assets.
The Joint Committee on Taxation cites widespread abuse, some blatant and well-documented and some conjectural, of a program that gives big tax breaks to homeowners who donate conservation easements to nonprofits.
The proposal, which the committee estimates would eventually save $1 billion, 'eliminates the need to assess valuation, conservation benefits, and private benefits with respect to a large group of transactions that often provide questionable or limited public benefits.'
Local post office ordered to halt book-donation program (HamptonRoads.com/Pilot Online)
Local post office ordered to halt book-donation program (HamptonRoads.com/Pilot Online): "Local post office ordered to halt book-donation program
By DEBBIE MESSINA, The Virginian-Pilot
� February 3, 2005 | Last updated 1:27 AM Feb. 3
After learning of the local post office�s initiative to donate undeliverable books to libraries and other organizations, the U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday sent a nationwide directive ending such programs.
A postal spokesman in Baltimore said the Hampton Roads regional office isinterpreted the rules on disposing of undeliverable books. Undeliverable mail has incorrect addresses or has been refused by someone at the address. Periodicals, publications, merchandise and product samples may be donated, said spokesman Bob Novak. But books and music recordings must be mailed to one of three sites across the United States to be auctioned , he said.
By DEBBIE MESSINA, The Virginian-Pilot
� February 3, 2005 | Last updated 1:27 AM Feb. 3
After learning of the local post office�s initiative to donate undeliverable books to libraries and other organizations, the U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday sent a nationwide directive ending such programs.
A postal spokesman in Baltimore said the Hampton Roads regional office isinterpreted the rules on disposing of undeliverable books. Undeliverable mail has incorrect addresses or has been refused by someone at the address. Periodicals, publications, merchandise and product samples may be donated, said spokesman Bob Novak. But books and music recordings must be mailed to one of three sites across the United States to be auctioned , he said.
Local News - Visalia Times Delta - www.visaliatimesdelta.com Nonprofits no longer first-class
Local News - Visalia Times Delta - www.visaliatimesdelta.com: "Nonprofits no longer first-class
Post office puts an end to bulk mailing mistake
By Lynn Doan
Staff writer
Johanna Vossler/Times-Delta
Jasae See, bindery manager at Idea Printing and Graphics, prints bulk mailings Wednesday for Information and Action League in Tulare on a direct imprinter.
Area nonprofit organizations and businesses used to first-class treatment from the Visalia post office aren't happy that their bulk mailings are taking longer to reach recipients across town these days.
Instead of local delivery in a day or two for a church bulletin or a flier for a charity, the post office says users of bulk mail shouldn't expect their mail to arrive for up to two weeks.
The post office says bulk mail had been delivered in Visalia at the same rate of first-class mail � within four days � because it was being kept in Visalia instead of shipped to Bakersfield to be sorted with the rest of the mail."
Post office puts an end to bulk mailing mistake
By Lynn Doan
Staff writer
Johanna Vossler/Times-Delta
Jasae See, bindery manager at Idea Printing and Graphics, prints bulk mailings Wednesday for Information and Action League in Tulare on a direct imprinter.
Area nonprofit organizations and businesses used to first-class treatment from the Visalia post office aren't happy that their bulk mailings are taking longer to reach recipients across town these days.
Instead of local delivery in a day or two for a church bulletin or a flier for a charity, the post office says users of bulk mail shouldn't expect their mail to arrive for up to two weeks.
The post office says bulk mail had been delivered in Visalia at the same rate of first-class mail � within four days � because it was being kept in Visalia instead of shipped to Bakersfield to be sorted with the rest of the mail."
Charitable Gift Accounts: The Valentine's Gift That Truly Keeps on Giving
Charitable Gift Accounts: The Valentine's Gift That Truly Keeps on Giving: "Press ReleaseSource: Charles Schwab
Charitable Gift Accounts: The Valentine's Gift That Truly Keeps on Giving
Wednesday February 2, 5:26 pm ET
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Americans have proven to be extremely generous when it comes to helping the disadvantaged. In fact, as a percentage of GDP, Americans give more than citizens of any other country.(1) This year, the Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving(R) suggests a new way to commemorate Valentine's Day -- with something more meaningful and long-lasting than flowers. Set up a tax-deductible charitable account, or donor advised fund, in the name of your loved one, who can then use it to support charitable causes throughout the years."
Charitable Gift Accounts: The Valentine's Gift That Truly Keeps on Giving
Wednesday February 2, 5:26 pm ET
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Americans have proven to be extremely generous when it comes to helping the disadvantaged. In fact, as a percentage of GDP, Americans give more than citizens of any other country.(1) This year, the Schwab Fund for Charitable Giving(R) suggests a new way to commemorate Valentine's Day -- with something more meaningful and long-lasting than flowers. Set up a tax-deductible charitable account, or donor advised fund, in the name of your loved one, who can then use it to support charitable causes throughout the years."
Yahoo! News - Budgets chop away at park funds
Yahoo! News - Budgets chop away at park funds:
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"Park-support groups used to provide the icing, but now it\'s the cake, too, says Bill Wade, former superintendent of Shenandoah National Park. 'I don\'t think park superintendents like that one bit,' he says, 'but to keep the visitor centers open, they are having to dig deeper and deeper into that pot of private money.'
As they are being asked to do more - to the point of providing necessities such as new bathrooms and lifesaving defibrillators for park rangers - many of the 200 park-support groups find themselves straddling a fine line. They wonder if their charity is discouraging full funding of the park system by the federal government."
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"Park-support groups used to provide the icing, but now it\'s the cake, too, says Bill Wade, former superintendent of Shenandoah National Park. 'I don\'t think park superintendents like that one bit,' he says, 'but to keep the visitor centers open, they are having to dig deeper and deeper into that pot of private money.'
As they are being asked to do more - to the point of providing necessities such as new bathrooms and lifesaving defibrillators for park rangers - many of the 200 park-support groups find themselves straddling a fine line. They wonder if their charity is discouraging full funding of the park system by the federal government."
Guardian Unlimited | World Latest | McCain, Allies Aim to Block Big Money
Guardian Unlimited | World Latest | McCain, Allies Aim to Block Big Money: "McCain, Allies Aim to Block Big Money
Wednesday February 2, 2005 8:46 PM
By SHARON THEIMER
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. John McCain and others pushing for tougher campaign finance rules won a surprising ally Wednesday as they announced a renewed effort to block partisan interest groups from spending millions of dollars in big donations in congressional and presidential races. "
Wednesday February 2, 2005 8:46 PM
By SHARON THEIMER
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sen. John McCain and others pushing for tougher campaign finance rules won a surprising ally Wednesday as they announced a renewed effort to block partisan interest groups from spending millions of dollars in big donations in congressional and presidential races. "
Cities adapt as employers relocate | csmonitor.com
Cities adapt as employers relocate | csmonitor.com:
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"Many companies, experts say, honor the legacy of their varied roots. John Hancock Financial Services Corp., which was sold to a Canadian firm in 2003, has pledged to continue sponsoring the Boston Marathon. But such philanthropy can wane over time.
A midnight fireworks display at Boston's First Night, its New Year's celebration, was almost canceled this year, in part because of a lack in corporate sponsorship. In the end, a retired CEO announced he would pay for the display."
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"Many companies, experts say, honor the legacy of their varied roots. John Hancock Financial Services Corp., which was sold to a Canadian firm in 2003, has pledged to continue sponsoring the Boston Marathon. But such philanthropy can wane over time.
A midnight fireworks display at Boston's First Night, its New Year's celebration, was almost canceled this year, in part because of a lack in corporate sponsorship. In the end, a retired CEO announced he would pay for the display."
Telegraph | News | No 10 lists Mrs Blair's free charity events
Telegraph | News | No 10 lists Mrs Blair's free charity events: "No 10 lists Mrs Blair's free charity events
By Toby Helm, Chief Political Correspondent
(Filed: 03/02/2005)
Downing Street yesterday published an exhaustive list of unpaid charity events that Cherie Blair has hosted there since 1998.
The move came amid claims that she exploits her position as the Prime Minister's wife for financial gain.
The figures, revealed in a written prime ministerial statement, showed that the number of charity events she has hosted has risen sharply from six in 1999 to 47 last year."
By Toby Helm, Chief Political Correspondent
(Filed: 03/02/2005)
Downing Street yesterday published an exhaustive list of unpaid charity events that Cherie Blair has hosted there since 1998.
The move came amid claims that she exploits her position as the Prime Minister's wife for financial gain.
The figures, revealed in a written prime ministerial statement, showed that the number of charity events she has hosted has risen sharply from six in 1999 to 47 last year."
The New York Times > New York Region > Citing Money Woes, a Neighborhood Youth Charity Closes
The New York Times > New York Region > Citing Money Woes, a Neighborhood Youth Charity Closes: "Citing Money Woes, a Neighborhood Youth Charity Closes
By STEPHANIE STROM
Published: February 3, 2005
he 50-year-old charity Interfaith Neighbors, which provides after-school programs, counseling and other services to young people in Yorkville and East Harlem, has suspended its operations, its executive director said yesterday.
The agency was a victim of the fund-raising pressures that more and more small nonprofit groups are facing, said the director, Martha Dorn. 'We've been running a deficit, like many organizations do, but as we looked at our finances halfway through our fiscal year, it looked like the hole was getting bigger.'"
By STEPHANIE STROM
Published: February 3, 2005
he 50-year-old charity Interfaith Neighbors, which provides after-school programs, counseling and other services to young people in Yorkville and East Harlem, has suspended its operations, its executive director said yesterday.
The agency was a victim of the fund-raising pressures that more and more small nonprofit groups are facing, said the director, Martha Dorn. 'We've been running a deficit, like many organizations do, but as we looked at our finances halfway through our fiscal year, it looked like the hole was getting bigger.'"
The Chronicle, 2/2/2005: President Bush Proposes $150-Million in Grants to Charities That Work to Keep Young People Out of Gangs
The Chronicle, 2/2/2005: President Bush Proposes $150-Million in Grants to Charities That Work to Keep Young People Out of Gangs: "In his State of the Union address tonight, President Bush asked Congress to provide money to nonprofit organizations to help young men stay out of gangs and pursue a life that 'respects women and rejects violence.'
The grants program, which the White House said would provide $150-million to secular and religious groups, would unfold over three years. The president said that First Lady Laura Bush would lead the effort."
The grants program, which the White House said would provide $150-million to secular and religious groups, would unfold over three years. The president said that First Lady Laura Bush would lead the effort."
Exploratory Campaigns May Answer to IRS (washingtonpost.com)
Exploratory Campaigns May Answer to IRS (washingtonpost.com): "Exploratory Campaigns May Answer to IRS
By Lori Montgomery and Yolanda Woodlee
Washington Post Staff Writers
Thursday, February 3, 2005; Page DZ02
Outrage abounds these days over the peculiar habits of political exploratory committees. Under District law, they are permitted to accept contributions of any size, and they are not required to report them to the D.C. Office of Campaign Finance.
But it turns out there is someone who might take an official interest in the comings and goings of exploratory cash: the friendly folks at the IRS. "
By Lori Montgomery and Yolanda Woodlee
Washington Post Staff Writers
Thursday, February 3, 2005; Page DZ02
Outrage abounds these days over the peculiar habits of political exploratory committees. Under District law, they are permitted to accept contributions of any size, and they are not required to report them to the D.C. Office of Campaign Finance.
But it turns out there is someone who might take an official interest in the comings and goings of exploratory cash: the friendly folks at the IRS. "
newsobserver.com | Nation Reinstatement of Habitat founder urged
newsobserver.com | Nation: "Reinstatement of Habitat founder urged
By ELLIOTT MINOR, ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
AMERICUS, Ga. (AP) - The firing of Habitat for Humanity founder Millard Fuller has shocked volunteers nationwide who say he is instrumental in fund raising and has inspired them to carry out the group's mission of building homes for the poor.
Habitat Partners, a loosely knit group of volunteers, posted a 'call to action' on its Web site, urging the 1,700 U.S. chapters to ask Habitat's board of directors to reconsider the dismissal of Fuller, 70, a former millionaire who gave up his wealth to help the poor."
By ELLIOTT MINOR, ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
AMERICUS, Ga. (AP) - The firing of Habitat for Humanity founder Millard Fuller has shocked volunteers nationwide who say he is instrumental in fund raising and has inspired them to carry out the group's mission of building homes for the poor.
Habitat Partners, a loosely knit group of volunteers, posted a 'call to action' on its Web site, urging the 1,700 U.S. chapters to ask Habitat's board of directors to reconsider the dismissal of Fuller, 70, a former millionaire who gave up his wealth to help the poor."
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
FOXNews.com - Business - NYSE Report: Grasso Pay 'Unreasonable'
FOXNews.com - Business - NYSE Report: Grasso Pay 'Unreasonable': "NYSE Report: Grasso Pay 'Unreasonable'
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
NEW YORK � Former New York Stock Exchange Chairman Richard Grasso (search) received a multimillion dollar compensation package that was 'far beyond reasonable levels,' and characterized by numerous flaws, according to a confidential report released on Wednesday by the exchange.
The Webb report (search), a 135-page document that summarizes how Grasso's pay and retirement benefits were calculated, had been zealously guarded by the exchange. Last week, a New York state judge demanded that the exchange's lawyers turn the document over to Grasso's legal team.
The report asserts that the former chairman received 'approximately $144.5 million to $156.7 million' in excessive compensation and benefits"
Wednesday, February 02, 2005
NEW YORK � Former New York Stock Exchange Chairman Richard Grasso (search) received a multimillion dollar compensation package that was 'far beyond reasonable levels,' and characterized by numerous flaws, according to a confidential report released on Wednesday by the exchange.
The Webb report (search), a 135-page document that summarizes how Grasso's pay and retirement benefits were calculated, had been zealously guarded by the exchange. Last week, a New York state judge demanded that the exchange's lawyers turn the document over to Grasso's legal team.
The report asserts that the former chairman received 'approximately $144.5 million to $156.7 million' in excessive compensation and benefits"
Arts in a major key
Arts in a major key: "A new giving
Strathmore also sets the stage for changing the way philanthropy works in Montgomery, Pfanstiehl said.
The county has a long history of corporate giving. And a stroll through Strathmore shows its managers took advantage of that history; familiar names adorn various parts of the building, such as the Discovery Grand Foyer and the Comcast Circles Lounge. Besides Discovery Communications and Comcast, Marriott International, Lockheed Martin and The Gazette and its parent company, The Washington Post Co., each gave $1 million to the project."
Strathmore also sets the stage for changing the way philanthropy works in Montgomery, Pfanstiehl said.
The county has a long history of corporate giving. And a stroll through Strathmore shows its managers took advantage of that history; familiar names adorn various parts of the building, such as the Discovery Grand Foyer and the Comcast Circles Lounge. Besides Discovery Communications and Comcast, Marriott International, Lockheed Martin and The Gazette and its parent company, The Washington Post Co., each gave $1 million to the project."
Nonprofit Innovation Alliance Launches to Promote Access to Technology for Charitable Groups
Nonprofit Innovation Alliance Launches to Promote Access to Technology for Charitable Groups: "Nonprofit Innovation Alliance Launches to Promote Access to Technology for Charitable Groups
Wednesday February 2, 12:39 pm ET
Participants in Alliance Agree to Cross-License Business Method Patents on Royalty-Free Basis; Initiative Garners Nonprofit Support
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- A growing list of leading technology and consulting companies that serve nonprofit organizations today announced the launch of the Nonprofit Innovation Alliance (NIA) in a move to promote ongoing access by America's charities to innovative products and services. To foster that objective, alliance members have agreed to cross-license current and future business method patents to each other on a royalty-free basis.
Wednesday February 2, 12:39 pm ET
Participants in Alliance Agree to Cross-License Business Method Patents on Royalty-Free Basis; Initiative Garners Nonprofit Support
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- A growing list of leading technology and consulting companies that serve nonprofit organizations today announced the launch of the Nonprofit Innovation Alliance (NIA) in a move to promote ongoing access by America's charities to innovative products and services. To foster that objective, alliance members have agreed to cross-license current and future business method patents to each other on a royalty-free basis.
Scotsman.com News - Politics - Executive in U-turn over charity move
Scotsman.com News - Politics - Executive in U-turn over charity move: "Executive in U-turn over charity move
MINISTERS today announced a U-turn which will allow some of Scotland�s best-known institutions to keep their charitable status.
Quangos such as the National Museums of Scotland and Edinburgh�s Royal Botanic Garden faced losing millions of pounds because they would no longer be classed as charities.
But today deputy communities minister Johann Lamont said the Scottish Executive would amend its charity reforms to protect the status of the institutions.
The Executive previously insisted a key principle of the reforms was that charities should be independent and quangos could not qualify because they were subject to ministerial direction and the government appointed their trustees. "
MINISTERS today announced a U-turn which will allow some of Scotland�s best-known institutions to keep their charitable status.
Quangos such as the National Museums of Scotland and Edinburgh�s Royal Botanic Garden faced losing millions of pounds because they would no longer be classed as charities.
But today deputy communities minister Johann Lamont said the Scottish Executive would amend its charity reforms to protect the status of the institutions.
The Executive previously insisted a key principle of the reforms was that charities should be independent and quangos could not qualify because they were subject to ministerial direction and the government appointed their trustees. "
U.S. Newswire : Releases : "Funding for the Evangelical Movement and its..."
U.S. Newswire : Releases : "Funding for the Evangelical Movement and its...": "The National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy (NCRP) has issued a new report on the connections between conservative foundation grantmaking and the politically influential evangelical movement. 'Funding the Culture Wars: Philanthropy, Church and State' clearly shows how strategic grantmaking is being used to promote 'traditional family values' and stances on issues such as abortion, same-sex marriage, stem cell research, school prayer, and public displays of the Ten Commandments."
David Malpass on Tax Reform on NRO Financial
David Malpass on Tax Reform on NRO Financial:
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"What�s the tax commission? The administration has announced a tax commission headed by former senators Connie Mack (R., Fla.) and John Breaux (D., La.). According to Mack, the commission�s mandate is to �address issues of fairness, simplicity and encourag[e] more economic growth.� The president said he wants the commission�s product to be revenue neutral and to leave intact favorable tax treatment for mortgages and charitable contributions. The commission�s product is advisory, but the chairmen are both serious Washington "
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"What�s the tax commission? The administration has announced a tax commission headed by former senators Connie Mack (R., Fla.) and John Breaux (D., La.). According to Mack, the commission�s mandate is to �address issues of fairness, simplicity and encourag[e] more economic growth.� The president said he wants the commission�s product to be revenue neutral and to leave intact favorable tax treatment for mortgages and charitable contributions. The commission�s product is advisory, but the chairmen are both serious Washington "
Papillion Times PLV schools raising money for tsunami victims
Papillion Times: "PLV schools raising money for tsunami victims
By Valerie Cutshall
Times Staff Writer
How can children help children?
That is exactly what the students at Tara Heights Elementary School asked themselves after hearing about the tsunami that tore through Asia last month.
Their solution: a program called Coins for Compassion.
When the students returned to school after winter break, it was only natural to talk about the tsunami in Asia, said DeEtte Brasfield, Tara Heights principal. They talked about how children were affected and how compassion is one of the character traits stressed at Tara Heights Elementary. "
By Valerie Cutshall
Times Staff Writer
How can children help children?
That is exactly what the students at Tara Heights Elementary School asked themselves after hearing about the tsunami that tore through Asia last month.
Their solution: a program called Coins for Compassion.
When the students returned to school after winter break, it was only natural to talk about the tsunami in Asia, said DeEtte Brasfield, Tara Heights principal. They talked about how children were affected and how compassion is one of the character traits stressed at Tara Heights Elementary. "
Millionaires Worry Health Care Costs Will Affect Retirement
Millionaires Worry Health Care Costs Will Affect Retirement: "Millionaires Worry Health Care Costs Will Affect Retirement
Affluent Baby Boomers Plan to Work
2/1/2005 9:30:15 AM
CHICAGO, Feb 01, 2005 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Nine out of ten millionaires are worried that rapidly rising health care costs will significantly affect their ability to enjoy retirement, many plan to fund their retirement by working part or full-time, and nearly half are relying on themselves rather than a professional in planning for retirement. This is according to research released today by The Northern Trust Company, a leading provider of investment management, global custody, fiduciary and private banking services for affluent individuals, families and family offices. "
Affluent Baby Boomers Plan to Work
2/1/2005 9:30:15 AM
CHICAGO, Feb 01, 2005 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Nine out of ten millionaires are worried that rapidly rising health care costs will significantly affect their ability to enjoy retirement, many plan to fund their retirement by working part or full-time, and nearly half are relying on themselves rather than a professional in planning for retirement. This is according to research released today by The Northern Trust Company, a leading provider of investment management, global custody, fiduciary and private banking services for affluent individuals, families and family offices. "
The Wristband Gap, Part 2 - Awareness bracelets and the tragedy of the commons. By Timothy�Noah
The Wristband Gap, Part 2 - Awareness bracelets and the tragedy of the commons. By Timothy�Noah: "The Wristband Gap, Part 2
Awareness bracelets and the tragedy of the commons.
By Timothy Noah
Posted Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2005, at 12:55 PM PT
Last month, I noted that while all the proceeds for the yellow 'Livestrong' wristbands sold at Nike and Discovery Channel stores were being donated to cancer research, only one-third of the proceeds for the camouflage-green 'Support Our Troops' wristbands sold at 7-Eleven were being donated to the USO. I have since learned that 7-Eleven isn't the only business taking a substantial cut of the proceeds from the sale of so-called 'awareness bracelets.' As the varieties of these bracelets have proliferated during recent months, the charitable impulse that is their ostensible reason for existence has steadily declined.
For instance, a tsunami-relief bracelet costs $2, only half of which goes toward relieving problems caused by the recent massive tidal wave in southern Asia. But that's still better than the 10-percent cut that tsunami victims receive when you buy your bracelet on something called AwarenessDepot.com, where you can also purchase 'USA' bracelets, 'Jesus Loves You' bracelets, and "
DefenseLINK News: DoD Sets Combined Federal Campaign Pledge Record
DefenseLINK News: DoD Sets Combined Federal Campaign Pledge Record: "DoD Sets Combined Federal Campaign Pledge Record
By Sgt. 1st Class Doug Sample, USA
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2005 -- Cigars and roses were just part of the thanks handed out here today by Combined Federal Campaign National Capital Area officials after Defense Department employees raised a record-setting $14.9 million in pledges in the 2004 CFC campaign. "
By Sgt. 1st Class Doug Sample, USA
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2005 -- Cigars and roses were just part of the thanks handed out here today by Combined Federal Campaign National Capital Area officials after Defense Department employees raised a record-setting $14.9 million in pledges in the 2004 CFC campaign. "
Politics.ie - Charities legislation must be updated to prevent abuse - Lab
Politics.ie - Charities legislation must be updated to prevent abuse - Lab: "Charities legislation must be updated to prevent abuse - Lab
Tuesday, February 01
Labour Party Spokesperson on Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Deputy Brian O'Shea, has called for legislation on charities to be updated as soon as possible to ensure that bogus charities are not established as fronts for terrorist organisations to launder money.
Deputy O'Shea commented, 'Last week the Minister for Justice, Michael McDowell, reassured me that there was no evidence of terrorist organisations abusing charities legislation for this purpose. However, last year Minister of State Noel Ahern admitted that the lack of charities regulation in Ireland means it is open season for the abuse of charitable status at the moment. "
Tuesday, February 01
Labour Party Spokesperson on Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Deputy Brian O'Shea, has called for legislation on charities to be updated as soon as possible to ensure that bogus charities are not established as fronts for terrorist organisations to launder money.
Deputy O'Shea commented, 'Last week the Minister for Justice, Michael McDowell, reassured me that there was no evidence of terrorist organisations abusing charities legislation for this purpose. However, last year Minister of State Noel Ahern admitted that the lack of charities regulation in Ireland means it is open season for the abuse of charitable status at the moment. "
STUFF : NATIONAL NEWS - STORY : New Zealand's leading news and information website
STUFF : NATIONAL NEWS - STORY : New Zealand's leading news and information website: "Tony Blair's wife to speak at charity dinner
02 February 2005
A charity dinner involving the British Prime Minister's wife, Cherie Blair, is expected to raise a 'substantial six-figure sum' for the Starship Foundation, the event promoter said today.
However, Sydney-based Markson Sparks declined to comment on whether Mrs Blair would be paid a fee to speak at the gala dinner next Monday night.
'I'm afraid I cannot comment on that at all,' said Max Markson, who runs the publicity company.
'I'm contractually bound, unfortunately.'
After speaking in Auckland, Mrs Blair heads across the Tasman for a similar series of engagements on behalf of Children's Cancer Institute Australia (CCIA).
Her week-long visit to Australia has sparked an outcry in Britain, after claims that she could be paid fees totalling as much as 100,000 pounds ($NZ265,000). "
02 February 2005
A charity dinner involving the British Prime Minister's wife, Cherie Blair, is expected to raise a 'substantial six-figure sum' for the Starship Foundation, the event promoter said today.
However, Sydney-based Markson Sparks declined to comment on whether Mrs Blair would be paid a fee to speak at the gala dinner next Monday night.
'I'm afraid I cannot comment on that at all,' said Max Markson, who runs the publicity company.
'I'm contractually bound, unfortunately.'
After speaking in Auckland, Mrs Blair heads across the Tasman for a similar series of engagements on behalf of Children's Cancer Institute Australia (CCIA).
Her week-long visit to Australia has sparked an outcry in Britain, after claims that she could be paid fees totalling as much as 100,000 pounds ($NZ265,000). "
The Harvard Crimson Online :: News Harvard Reaches PILOT Deal With City
The Harvard Crimson Online :: News
Harvard Reaches PILOT Deal With City
Following MIT’s lead, University agrees to increase payments to city dramatically
By JOSEPH M. TARTAKOFF
Crimson Staff Writer
CRIMSON/ ALEXANDRA C. BELL
After over a year of negotiations, Harvard and the City of Cambridge announced Monday they have reached a deal that will significantly increase the University’s voluntary payments to the city over the next five decades
Harvard Reaches PILOT Deal With City
Following MIT’s lead, University agrees to increase payments to city dramatically
By JOSEPH M. TARTAKOFF
Crimson Staff Writer
CRIMSON/ ALEXANDRA C. BELL
After over a year of negotiations, Harvard and the City of Cambridge announced Monday they have reached a deal that will significantly increase the University’s voluntary payments to the city over the next five decades
Tuesday, February 01, 2005
BBC NEWS | Politics | Brown encourages young volunteers
BBC NEWS | Politics | Brown encourages young volunteers: "Brown encourages young volunteers
Mr Brown: 'There is such a thing as society'
Chancellor Gordon Brown wants to increase the number of young people in volunteer work by a million.
Mr Brown, marking the Year of the Volunteer, will encourage Britain to continue the spirit of generosity shown after the Asian tsunami.
He plans to extend a pilot scheme where gap-year 18-year-olds receive financial support for doing voluntary work in their local communities. "
Mr Brown: 'There is such a thing as society'
Chancellor Gordon Brown wants to increase the number of young people in volunteer work by a million.
Mr Brown, marking the Year of the Volunteer, will encourage Britain to continue the spirit of generosity shown after the Asian tsunami.
He plans to extend a pilot scheme where gap-year 18-year-olds receive financial support for doing voluntary work in their local communities. "
Calgary Herald - canada.com network
Calgary Herald - canada.com network: "Habitat for Humanity International said Monday it had fired its founder after months of dispute over allegations of his inappropriate conduct toward a female staffer.
In a statement, the board's executive committee said it found insufficient evidence to substantiate the sexual-harassment allegations stemming from a 2003 business trip, but it cited Millard Fuller's lack of co-operation with the investigation."
In a statement, the board's executive committee said it found insufficient evidence to substantiate the sexual-harassment allegations stemming from a 2003 business trip, but it cited Millard Fuller's lack of co-operation with the investigation."
Charities come calling, a lot
Charities come calling, a lot: "Charities come calling, a lot
Robert Franklin
February 1, 2005 CHARITY0201
More charity requests came cascading through the mail slot at Donna Stelmaszewski's house one recent afternoon just as she was showing a couple of visitors last year's charity mail: About 1,430 letters seeking money for heart, cancer, disaster, hospital, religious groups and others.
Stelmaszewski saved them all -- the pleas to buy crafts for hospitalized veterans, to keep Indian elders from freezing to death, to feed hungry blind campers, to make driving 'a prayerful act.'
She only gives to about 20 charities a year, she said, but her 27 charity letters each week include requests from groups she has never heard of."
Robert Franklin
February 1, 2005 CHARITY0201
More charity requests came cascading through the mail slot at Donna Stelmaszewski's house one recent afternoon just as she was showing a couple of visitors last year's charity mail: About 1,430 letters seeking money for heart, cancer, disaster, hospital, religious groups and others.
Stelmaszewski saved them all -- the pleas to buy crafts for hospitalized veterans, to keep Indian elders from freezing to death, to feed hungry blind campers, to make driving 'a prayerful act.'
She only gives to about 20 charities a year, she said, but her 27 charity letters each week include requests from groups she has never heard of."
Newsday.com - AP New York
Newsday.com - AP New York: "Prosecutor says Muslim doctor used charity as personal bank
By WILLIAM KATES
Associated Press Writer
January 31, 2005, 3:07 PM EST
SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- A Muslim doctor used his position of prominence to run an illegal charity that defrauded donors of more than $500,000 and violated U.S. sanctions by sending some of the money to Iraq, a prosecutor said Monday.
Dr. Rafil Dhafir used his Syracuse-based charity, Help The Needy, 'as his very own financial playground,' Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Olmsted said in closing arguments before a U.S. District Court jury that has been listening to Dhafir's case since Oct. 21. "
By WILLIAM KATES
Associated Press Writer
January 31, 2005, 3:07 PM EST
SYRACUSE, N.Y. -- A Muslim doctor used his position of prominence to run an illegal charity that defrauded donors of more than $500,000 and violated U.S. sanctions by sending some of the money to Iraq, a prosecutor said Monday.
Dr. Rafil Dhafir used his Syracuse-based charity, Help The Needy, 'as his very own financial playground,' Assistant U.S. Attorney Michael Olmsted said in closing arguments before a U.S. District Court jury that has been listening to Dhafir's case since Oct. 21. "
FT.com / Home UK - Spending power
FT.com / Home UK - Spending power: "Spending power
By John Kay, Richard Lambert, Geoffrey Owen and Martin Wolf
Published: February 1 2005 10:20 | Last updated: February 1 2005 10:20
Rich lists are usually simple affairs: the more you have, the higher you climb. But the FT billionaires list is different. While enormous riches are necessary to gain entry, wealth alone does not guarantee a place on it. This list reflects the impact the world's most significant billionaires have on the rest of us."
By John Kay, Richard Lambert, Geoffrey Owen and Martin Wolf
Published: February 1 2005 10:20 | Last updated: February 1 2005 10:20
Rich lists are usually simple affairs: the more you have, the higher you climb. But the FT billionaires list is different. While enormous riches are necessary to gain entry, wealth alone does not guarantee a place on it. This list reflects the impact the world's most significant billionaires have on the rest of us."
Review keeps fledgling funding body on its toes - Arts - www.smh.com.au
Review keeps fledgling funding body on its toes - Arts - www.smh.com.au: "sking for more money, writes Lauren Martin.
The Australia Business Arts Foundation emerged five years ago with $1 million from Canberra and a brief to find more money - somewhere else - for the arts. It has divided opinion ever since. Now at a crossroads, the foundation faces the challenge of finding a new executive, finalising a draft business plan and finessing more money from government. As it does so, it's had to fend off an Australia Council proposal to swallow it up whole."
The Australia Business Arts Foundation emerged five years ago with $1 million from Canberra and a brief to find more money - somewhere else - for the arts. It has divided opinion ever since. Now at a crossroads, the foundation faces the challenge of finding a new executive, finalising a draft business plan and finessing more money from government. As it does so, it's had to fend off an Australia Council proposal to swallow it up whole."
IOL: Jolie: Charity work more rewarding than acfting
IOL: Jolie: Charity work more rewarding than acfting: "Jolie: Charity work more rewarding than acfting
01/02/2005 - 08:39:35
Angelina Jolie always struggles to return to acting after fulfilling her other high profile role as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador.
The Girl, Interripted Oscar-winner loves spending time with her sons as she travels around the world attending conferences and visiting UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) projects around the world.
And Jolie insists she's only driven to continue making movies by the money she earns - because she needs cash to undertake her charity missions."
01/02/2005 - 08:39:35
Angelina Jolie always struggles to return to acting after fulfilling her other high profile role as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador.
The Girl, Interripted Oscar-winner loves spending time with her sons as she travels around the world attending conferences and visiting UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) projects around the world.
And Jolie insists she's only driven to continue making movies by the money she earns - because she needs cash to undertake her charity missions."
Rocky Mountain News: Legislature
Rocky Mountain News: Legislature: "CU Foundation battles bill
Fund-raising arm urges amendments to openness plan
By Todd Hartman And Kevin Vaughan, Rocky Mountain News
February 1, 2005
The University of Colorado Foundation hopes to significantly water down a legislative proposal that would open its spending records to the public.
Officials with CU's fund-raising arm support alternative language that would take much of the teeth out of the bill, including amendments that could allow the foundation to charge far more to produce public records than state law currently permits"
Fund-raising arm urges amendments to openness plan
By Todd Hartman And Kevin Vaughan, Rocky Mountain News
February 1, 2005
The University of Colorado Foundation hopes to significantly water down a legislative proposal that would open its spending records to the public.
Officials with CU's fund-raising arm support alternative language that would take much of the teeth out of the bill, including amendments that could allow the foundation to charge far more to produce public records than state law currently permits"
Scotsman.com News - Scotland - Edinburgh - Compromise hope for threatened charities
Scotsman.com News - Scotland - Edinburgh - Compromise hope for threatened charities: "Compromise hope for threatened charities
IAN SWANSON
SCOTTISH POLITICAL EDITOR
A COMPROMISE is being proposed to stop some of Edinburgh�s best-known institutions losing millions of pounds because of charity reforms.
Bodies like the National Museums of Scotland and the Royal Botanic Garden have warned major development projects are at risk because a new law threatens to strip them of their charitable status.
And they say unless they can remain as charities they will lose out on rates relief, donations and grants. "
IAN SWANSON
SCOTTISH POLITICAL EDITOR
A COMPROMISE is being proposed to stop some of Edinburgh�s best-known institutions losing millions of pounds because of charity reforms.
Bodies like the National Museums of Scotland and the Royal Botanic Garden have warned major development projects are at risk because a new law threatens to strip them of their charitable status.
And they say unless they can remain as charities they will lose out on rates relief, donations and grants. "
Monday, January 31, 2005
CBC News: Non-profit groups say Liberals picking favourites
CBC News: Non-profit groups say Liberals picking favourites: "Non-profit groups say Liberals picking favourites
Last Updated Fri, 28 Jan 2005 16:48:04 EST
CBC News
TORONTO - At least six non-profit organizations in Ontario and British Columbia say they will have to close their doors after they were denied funding under a new policy brought in last year by Human Resources and Skills Development.
The groups say the Liberals have been showing favouritism in the way non-profit organizations are being given funding. "
Last Updated Fri, 28 Jan 2005 16:48:04 EST
CBC News
TORONTO - At least six non-profit organizations in Ontario and British Columbia say they will have to close their doors after they were denied funding under a new policy brought in last year by Human Resources and Skills Development.
The groups say the Liberals have been showing favouritism in the way non-profit organizations are being given funding. "
Charity's Spending under scrutiny
: "Charity's spending under scrutiny
By ANTHONY COOPER
ECUM SECUM - A Nova Scotia charity that aims to fight child abuse spent less than three per cent of the money it raised in 2002 on charity work, according to the organization's most recent filing with the Canada Revenue Agency.
Canadians Against Child Abuse Society of Ecum Secum took in $2,328,880 in 2002 from tax-receipted donors and spent $58,698 on charitable activities.
In 2001 the group took in more than $4 million and spent just over $12,000 on charity work.
Maxine Leon says those figures make her 'blood boil.' "
By ANTHONY COOPER
ECUM SECUM - A Nova Scotia charity that aims to fight child abuse spent less than three per cent of the money it raised in 2002 on charity work, according to the organization's most recent filing with the Canada Revenue Agency.
Canadians Against Child Abuse Society of Ecum Secum took in $2,328,880 in 2002 from tax-receipted donors and spent $58,698 on charitable activities.
In 2001 the group took in more than $4 million and spent just over $12,000 on charity work.
Maxine Leon says those figures make her 'blood boil.' "
Brotmans Selected to Receive 2005 Seattle First Citizen Award
Brotmans Selected to Receive 2005 Seattle First Citizen Award: "Brotmans Selected to Receive 2005 Seattle First Citizen Award
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2005--Jeffrey and Susan Brotman have been selected as the 2005 Seattle First Citizens for their outstanding support of numerous local civic and cultural organizations.
Jeffrey Brotman is the chairman of Costco Wholesale Corp., based in Issaquah. His wife, Susan, has served in leadership positions on several nonprofit boards. The Brotmans will be recipients of the 67th annual Seattle First Citizen Award at a banquet May 18 at the Westin Seattle.
The award was created by the Seattle-King County Association of realtors in 1939 to annually honor the icons of philanthropy and community involvement. Puget Sound Business Journal has been a co-presenter of the award since 1997. "
SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2005--Jeffrey and Susan Brotman have been selected as the 2005 Seattle First Citizens for their outstanding support of numerous local civic and cultural organizations.
Jeffrey Brotman is the chairman of Costco Wholesale Corp., based in Issaquah. His wife, Susan, has served in leadership positions on several nonprofit boards. The Brotmans will be recipients of the 67th annual Seattle First Citizen Award at a banquet May 18 at the Westin Seattle.
The award was created by the Seattle-King County Association of realtors in 1939 to annually honor the icons of philanthropy and community involvement. Puget Sound Business Journal has been a co-presenter of the award since 1997. "
Royal Gazette Between 1999 and 2002, only 79 percent of the 349 charities registered in Bermuda filed a financial report.
Royal Gazette: "Between 1999 and 2002, only 79 percent of the 349 charities registered in Bermuda filed a financial report.
And less than half of these charities reported support from donations.
Some of the charities that failed to submit financial reports during this period included, among others, The Salvation Army, The Allan Vincent Foundation, Bermuda Diabetes Association, Bermuda Hospice Trust, Teen Haven, St. John Ambulance Brigade, Bank of Bermuda Foundation, Eliza Dolittle Society, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Bermuda Biological Station for Research, Youth Net, The Coalition for the Protection of Children, PALS and Bermuda Feline Assistance Bureau.
And less than half of these charities reported support from donations.
Some of the charities that failed to submit financial reports during this period included, among others, The Salvation Army, The Allan Vincent Foundation, Bermuda Diabetes Association, Bermuda Hospice Trust, Teen Haven, St. John Ambulance Brigade, Bank of Bermuda Foundation, Eliza Dolittle Society, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute, Bermuda Biological Station for Research, Youth Net, The Coalition for the Protection of Children, PALS and Bermuda Feline Assistance Bureau.
Building a better world
Building a better world: "C-J Teen Round Table
Building a better world
Teens wonder how much charitable giving is enough
'I just say it shouldn't matter how much you give � it's the fact that you gave to help somebody. I think that should be enough.'
� TOMMY MARTIN, Trinity High School
'People raise way more money for tsunami relief than like AIDS in Africa or these other diseases, because AIDS in Africa and other diseases aren't on the news for weeks.'
� KURT MANNING, Louisville Collegiate School
Building a better world
Teens wonder how much charitable giving is enough
'I just say it shouldn't matter how much you give � it's the fact that you gave to help somebody. I think that should be enough.'
� TOMMY MARTIN, Trinity High School
'People raise way more money for tsunami relief than like AIDS in Africa or these other diseases, because AIDS in Africa and other diseases aren't on the news for weeks.'
� KURT MANNING, Louisville Collegiate School
Charity sends merger signal - 2005-01-31 - Triangle Business Journal
Charity sends merger signal - 2005-01-31 - Triangle Business Journal: "Charity sends merger signal
Todd Cohen
In a move that could prompt further consolidation and even a merger, the three Red Cross chapters in the Triangle plan to hire a major gifts officer who will launch an effort to raise nearly $500,000 in the next three years to benefit all three chapters. "
Todd Cohen
In a move that could prompt further consolidation and even a merger, the three Red Cross chapters in the Triangle plan to hire a major gifts officer who will launch an effort to raise nearly $500,000 in the next three years to benefit all three chapters. "
baltimoresun.com - Program teaches teens about giving
baltimoresun.com - Program teaches teens about giving: "Program teaches teens about giving
Students raise money for grants, award them to five organizations
By Anica Butler
Sun Staff
Originally published January 31, 2005
Their task was to disburse more than $10,000 to worthy organizations.
But many of those who were involved with the Teen Grant Making Initiative said yesterday that they gained as much from the experience as they gave away. "
Students raise money for grants, award them to five organizations
By Anica Butler
Sun Staff
Originally published January 31, 2005
Their task was to disburse more than $10,000 to worthy organizations.
But many of those who were involved with the Teen Grant Making Initiative said yesterday that they gained as much from the experience as they gave away. "
TheStar.com - Ensuring donations go to good use
TheStar.com - Ensuring donations go to good use: "Ensuring donations go to good use
Ellen Roseman has some tips for those concerned about how charities operate
ELLEN ROSEMAN
When you give money to charity, you hope your donation will be used for charitable purposes.
You don't want to pay for staff salaries or office furniture. And you worry about contributing to a group that hands over much of the proceeds to professional fundraisers.
Last week, we talked about the financial information on charities accessible to the public through the Canada Revenue Agency's website. (Go to http://www.cra.gc.ca, under Programs click Charities. Search by name or registration number.)"
Ellen Roseman has some tips for those concerned about how charities operate
ELLEN ROSEMAN
When you give money to charity, you hope your donation will be used for charitable purposes.
You don't want to pay for staff salaries or office furniture. And you worry about contributing to a group that hands over much of the proceeds to professional fundraisers.
Last week, we talked about the financial information on charities accessible to the public through the Canada Revenue Agency's website. (Go to http://www.cra.gc.ca, under Programs click Charities. Search by name or registration number.)"
The Chronicle, 1/28/2005: Congressional Report Says Nonprofit Abuses Cost the Government $6-Billion a Year
The Chronicle, 1/28/2005: Congressional Report Says Nonprofit Abuses Cost the Government $6-Billion a Year: "Congressional Report Says Nonprofit Abuses Cost the Government $6-Billion a Year
By Brad Wolverton
A new report from an influential government committee urges members of Congress to take action on what it identified as dozens of abuses involving nonprofit organizations that it says are costing the federal treasury more than $6-billion a year in lost revenue.
The 435-page report released yesterday by the Joint Committee on Taxation -- which drew criticism from several nonprofit tax experts -- comes in response to a request last February from the Senate Finance Committee to identify areas where revenue is not being received but should be.
By Brad Wolverton
A new report from an influential government committee urges members of Congress to take action on what it identified as dozens of abuses involving nonprofit organizations that it says are costing the federal treasury more than $6-billion a year in lost revenue.
The 435-page report released yesterday by the Joint Committee on Taxation -- which drew criticism from several nonprofit tax experts -- comes in response to a request last February from the Senate Finance Committee to identify areas where revenue is not being received but should be.
CARMEL / Charity calendar ignites legal fears / City says no to $40K over semi-nudity
CARMEL / Charity calendar ignites legal fears / City says no to $40K over semi-nudity: "CARMEL
Charity calendar ignites legal fears
City says no to $40K over semi-nudity
Maria Alicia Gaura, Chronicle Staff Writer
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Carmel -- A dozen women who posed in the buff to raise money for Carmel-by-the-Sea's fire station thought their efforts would be welcomed, with a chuckle, by this cash-strapped city.
But much to their surprise, the more than $40,000 raised by the Carmel Fire Belles' fund-raising calendar has been sharply rejected by city officials who say that the cash is too hot to handle. They say accepting it could offend sensibilities and expose the city to costly sexual harassment lawsuits. "
Charity calendar ignites legal fears
City says no to $40K over semi-nudity
Maria Alicia Gaura, Chronicle Staff Writer
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Carmel -- A dozen women who posed in the buff to raise money for Carmel-by-the-Sea's fire station thought their efforts would be welcomed, with a chuckle, by this cash-strapped city.
But much to their surprise, the more than $40,000 raised by the Carmel Fire Belles' fund-raising calendar has been sharply rejected by city officials who say that the cash is too hot to handle. They say accepting it could offend sensibilities and expose the city to costly sexual harassment lawsuits. "
Charity frauds exploit tsunami
Charity frauds exploit tsunami: "Charity frauds exploit tsunami
By GAIL LIBERMAN, Special to the Daily News
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Chances are you want to effectively donate to help victims of the tsunami crisis. But how?
There are a lot of worthy causes clamoring for your support. Yet, already the FBI has issued warnings � largely to be careful of online fraudsters seeking money to help tsunami victims.
Former President Clinton, on Larry King's television show, recently said that viewers could find reliable charities to help tsunami victims at www.freedomcorp.gov. The charities on that list, Clinton assured viewers, had been vetted.
By GAIL LIBERMAN, Special to the Daily News
Sunday, January 30, 2005
Chances are you want to effectively donate to help victims of the tsunami crisis. But how?
There are a lot of worthy causes clamoring for your support. Yet, already the FBI has issued warnings � largely to be careful of online fraudsters seeking money to help tsunami victims.
Former President Clinton, on Larry King's television show, recently said that viewers could find reliable charities to help tsunami victims at www.freedomcorp.gov. The charities on that list, Clinton assured viewers, had been vetted.
onPhilanthropy - So You Want a Job in Corporate Philanthropy
onPhilanthropy - So You Want a Job in Corporate Philanthropy: "So You Want a Job in Corporate Philanthropy
By: Raeka Mallikarjun, 01/29/05
Inside Corporate Philanthropy receives many inquiries from our readers about how to get a job in a corporate philanthropy department, even if you do not have industry work experience. After surveying the landscape of the job search environment and using some of our own internal expertise, ICP has developed a step-by-step guide to assist you with your search.
By: Raeka Mallikarjun, 01/29/05
Inside Corporate Philanthropy receives many inquiries from our readers about how to get a job in a corporate philanthropy department, even if you do not have industry work experience. After surveying the landscape of the job search environment and using some of our own internal expertise, ICP has developed a step-by-step guide to assist you with your search.
Charity Poker Tournament Postponed over Legality
Charity Poker Tournament Postponed over Legality: "Charity Poker Tournament Postponed over Legality
A charity poker tournament, scheduled to take place today in Rochester, NY, has been postponed due to concerns over the event's legality. The benefit's proceeds were to be donated to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Area. The event was to feature tournament-style Texas Hold'em."
A charity poker tournament, scheduled to take place today in Rochester, NY, has been postponed due to concerns over the event's legality. The benefit's proceeds were to be donated to the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Area. The event was to feature tournament-style Texas Hold'em."
Trading Places: 8 Xerox People Swap Corporate World for Community Service in 2005 'Social Service Leave' Program
Trading Places: 8 Xerox People Swap Corporate World for Community Service in 2005 'Social Service Leave' Program
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2005--Eight Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) employees will transfer their strong business skills, problem-solving abilities and passion for service from inside the walls of Xerox out into the world of community nonprofit work as part of fully paid, 6- to 12-month sabbaticals taking place in 2005.
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2005--Eight Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) employees will transfer their strong business skills, problem-solving abilities and passion for service from inside the walls of Xerox out into the world of community nonprofit work as part of fully paid, 6- to 12-month sabbaticals taking place in 2005.
USATODAY.com - NAACP calls IRS probe 'political,' refuses to comply
USATODAY.com - NAACP calls IRS probe 'political,' refuses to comply: "NAACP calls IRS probe 'political,' refuses to comply
By Jim Drinkard, USA TODAY
WASHINGTON � The nation's largest civil rights group is refusing to turn over documents for an Internal Revenue Service investigation into allegedly improper political activity, claiming the probe is politically motivated.
In a letter sent to the IRS Friday, the NAACP cited what it contends is evidence that the agency launched the audit before the November election because of political pressure. The group provided a copy of the "
By Jim Drinkard, USA TODAY
WASHINGTON � The nation's largest civil rights group is refusing to turn over documents for an Internal Revenue Service investigation into allegedly improper political activity, claiming the probe is politically motivated.
In a letter sent to the IRS Friday, the NAACP cited what it contends is evidence that the agency launched the audit before the November election because of political pressure. The group provided a copy of the "
The Chronicle, 2/3/2005: Challenging Times Ahead
The Chronicle, 2/3/2005: Challenging Times Ahead:
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"In a semiannual survey of more than 200 fund raisers nationwide released by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in December, 88 percent of respondents said they were optimistic about their ability to raise money in the current economy, up from 75 percent one year earlier. It was the highest level of confidence reported since 2001."
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"In a semiannual survey of more than 200 fund raisers nationwide released by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in December, 88 percent of respondents said they were optimistic about their ability to raise money in the current economy, up from 75 percent one year earlier. It was the highest level of confidence reported since 2001."
Shriner proud of 'world's greatest philanthropy' - muskogeephoenix.com
Shriner proud of 'world's greatest philanthropy' - muskogeephoenix.com: "Shriner proud of 'world's greatest philanthropy'
Thurmon Stotts says he didn't know much about the Shriners when he joined Bedouin Temple in 1974, but he's stayed with them for 30 years because he's excited about what they do for children through the Shriners' hospitals.
'I think we got the greatest philanthropy in the world,' Stotts said. 'We work hard at it -- we have to -- but it's very rewarding, what we accomplish.' "
Thurmon Stotts says he didn't know much about the Shriners when he joined Bedouin Temple in 1974, but he's stayed with them for 30 years because he's excited about what they do for children through the Shriners' hospitals.
'I think we got the greatest philanthropy in the world,' Stotts said. 'We work hard at it -- we have to -- but it's very rewarding, what we accomplish.' "
New Requirement for official donation receipts Canada
Charities - Joint Regulatory Table: "New requirement for official donation receipts - Questions and Answers
What is the new requirement for registered charities that issue official donation receipts?
What name and Web site address must appear on all receipts?
When will registered charities be required to include this information on their official donation receipts?
What if your current stock of receipts does not contain this information? Do you have to throw them out and buy new ones?
Will receipts without the new information be rejected?
Will registered charities be penalized for not including the new information? "
What is the new requirement for registered charities that issue official donation receipts?
What name and Web site address must appear on all receipts?
When will registered charities be required to include this information on their official donation receipts?
What if your current stock of receipts does not contain this information? Do you have to throw them out and buy new ones?
Will receipts without the new information be rejected?
Will registered charities be penalized for not including the new information? "
Social Purchase Portals
SPP Canada: The gateway to a new way of doing business
January 31, 2005
By Nicole Zummach
"Small opportunities are often the beginning of great enterprises."
- Demosthenes (384 BC - 322 BC)
Imagine your workplace had the opportunity to buy its office supplies from a local company that hired hard-to-employ people from within your community. Wouldn't you feel better about your purchases than if you were buying from a faceless corporation that had its head office in a different province or even a different country? What if a company that was also a nonprofit enterprise catered your next office party? Assuming all things were equal, most of us would probably want to do business with companies that have a positive impact within our own community. Of course, unless you already know about these companies, it can seem a lot easier to just flip through the phonebook to find someone. Enter the Social Purchasing Portal (SPP), a promising new initiative that helps connect businesses, nonprofits, and government with suppliers that provide a social impact along with their goods and services.
January 31, 2005
By Nicole Zummach
"Small opportunities are often the beginning of great enterprises."
- Demosthenes (384 BC - 322 BC)
Imagine your workplace had the opportunity to buy its office supplies from a local company that hired hard-to-employ people from within your community. Wouldn't you feel better about your purchases than if you were buying from a faceless corporation that had its head office in a different province or even a different country? What if a company that was also a nonprofit enterprise catered your next office party? Assuming all things were equal, most of us would probably want to do business with companies that have a positive impact within our own community. Of course, unless you already know about these companies, it can seem a lot easier to just flip through the phonebook to find someone. Enter the Social Purchasing Portal (SPP), a promising new initiative that helps connect businesses, nonprofits, and government with suppliers that provide a social impact along with their goods and services.
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