JS Online: Charities find less to cheer: "Charities find less to cheer
Overall donations to area groups fell in 2004
By TOM HELD
theld@journalsentinel.com
Posted: Nov. 17, 2005
The $205 million in contributions reported by 64 'bellwether' Milwaukee area charities in 2004 represents the lowest total since 1999, dousing last year's optimism among non-profit executives and countering a national upturn in philanthropy."
Friday, November 18, 2005
Green Bay Press-Gazette - Salvation Army expects lean season
Green Bay Press-Gazette - Salvation Army expects lean season: "Salvation Army expects lean season
Donors tapped by disaster relief, high fuel costs
By Lee Reinsch
lreinsch@greenbaypressgazette.com
The Brown County chapter of The Salvation Army hopes to raise $900,000 this year during its Red Kettle Christmas campaign, just a few thousand dollars more than it raised last Christmas season."
Donors tapped by disaster relief, high fuel costs
By Lee Reinsch
lreinsch@greenbaypressgazette.com
The Brown County chapter of The Salvation Army hopes to raise $900,000 this year during its Red Kettle Christmas campaign, just a few thousand dollars more than it raised last Christmas season."
North Jersey Media Group providing local news, sports & classifieds for Northern New Jersey!
North Jersey Media Group providing local news, sports & classifieds for Northern New Jersey!: "he folks at The Community FoodBank of New Jersey are on pins and needles. They have 8,000 Thanksgiving turkeys - and requests for 15,000.
Response to their annual Thanksgiving mail solicitation is down 56 percent from last year. And gifts through the Check-Out Hunger program - those little rectangular tags for $1, $2 and $5 that supermarket shoppers can add to their bills at the register - are down, too, by 30 percent."
Response to their annual Thanksgiving mail solicitation is down 56 percent from last year. And gifts through the Check-Out Hunger program - those little rectangular tags for $1, $2 and $5 that supermarket shoppers can add to their bills at the register - are down, too, by 30 percent."
40 Under 40 Event Bestows MVP 2005 Awards
40 Under 40 Event Bestows MVP 2005 Awards: "40 Under 40 Event Bestows MVP 2005 Awards
Nov 18, 2005 7:40 a.m.
Business Journal
By Cynthia Vinarsky
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- They are the cream of a very high quality crop, the best of the best.
A pastor, a congressman, an attorney and executives in the fields of insurance, marketing and finance - all six under the age of 40 -- were singled out for special recognition Thursday at the region�s inaugural 40 Under 40 Awards."
Nov 18, 2005 7:40 a.m.
Business Journal
By Cynthia Vinarsky
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- They are the cream of a very high quality crop, the best of the best.
A pastor, a congressman, an attorney and executives in the fields of insurance, marketing and finance - all six under the age of 40 -- were singled out for special recognition Thursday at the region�s inaugural 40 Under 40 Awards."
AOL News - The Top Givers
AOL News - The Top Givers: "(Nov. 18) - For individuals, as well as corporate donors, the goal is to see results by 'funding the solution, not the problem.'"
Welcome to AJC! | ajc.com-Corporate sponsors ride in the front seat
Welcome to AJC! | ajc.com: "Corporate sponsors ride in the front seat
By Jim Tharpe, jtharpe@ajc.com | Thursday, November 17, 2005, 09:21 PM
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Some public fish tanks — like the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California — mute their corporate sponsorships.
But others shout out their affiliations. Baltimore’s National Aquarium next month unveils its “Animal Planet Australia: Wild Extremes” exhibit, sponsored by — you guessed it — the Animal Planet television network."
By Jim Tharpe, jtharpe@ajc.com | Thursday, November 17, 2005, 09:21 PM
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Some public fish tanks — like the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California — mute their corporate sponsorships.
But others shout out their affiliations. Baltimore’s National Aquarium next month unveils its “Animal Planet Australia: Wild Extremes” exhibit, sponsored by — you guessed it — the Animal Planet television network."
Herald.com | 11/18/2005 | Women raise money while they network
Herald.com | 11/18/2005 | Women raise money while they network: "UNITED WAY'S WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP
Women raise money while they network
In addition to contributing money in the form of dues, the group provides ways for its members to get involved in the community.
By CINDY KRISCHER GOODMAN
cgoodman@herald.com
Five years ago, Sue Miller saw an opportunity to bring together two of Miami's most powerful resources: women and philanthropy.
The combination, now known as the United Way's Women's Leadership, has become an outlet for more than 2,300 women to network, raise money and volunteer in the community."
Women raise money while they network
In addition to contributing money in the form of dues, the group provides ways for its members to get involved in the community.
By CINDY KRISCHER GOODMAN
cgoodman@herald.com
Five years ago, Sue Miller saw an opportunity to bring together two of Miami's most powerful resources: women and philanthropy.
The combination, now known as the United Way's Women's Leadership, has become an outlet for more than 2,300 women to network, raise money and volunteer in the community."
Tahoe Daily Tribune - News
Tahoe Daily Tribune - News:
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"A report released this week by the Association of Fundraising Professionals - which represents 26,000 members in 172 chapters around the world - stated 33 percent of charities reported raising fewer funds at the end of October when compared to the same time last year.
The study questioned charities of fundraising numbers in August, before hurricanes, and October, after hurricanes. In August, 45 percent charities reported collecting more money than at the same time in 2004.
Alphonce Brown, chair of the association, likened the scenario to the terrorist attacks four years ago."
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"A report released this week by the Association of Fundraising Professionals - which represents 26,000 members in 172 chapters around the world - stated 33 percent of charities reported raising fewer funds at the end of October when compared to the same time last year.
The study questioned charities of fundraising numbers in August, before hurricanes, and October, after hurricanes. In August, 45 percent charities reported collecting more money than at the same time in 2004.
Alphonce Brown, chair of the association, likened the scenario to the terrorist attacks four years ago."
Nonprofits Bet On Poker Fundraisers
Nonprofits Bet On Poker Fundraisers: "Nonprofits Bet On Poker Fundraisers
November 17, 2005
Churches, school boosters and other nonprofit groups are calling the government's bluff, raising thousands of dollars through wildly popular 'Texas hold 'em' poker tournaments that state officials say are illegal.
Two years into the nation's no-limit poker craze, organizations have found that tournaments are easy and more profitable than bake sales, carwashes or other types of fundraisers."
November 17, 2005
Churches, school boosters and other nonprofit groups are calling the government's bluff, raising thousands of dollars through wildly popular 'Texas hold 'em' poker tournaments that state officials say are illegal.
Two years into the nation's no-limit poker craze, organizations have found that tournaments are easy and more profitable than bake sales, carwashes or other types of fundraisers."
A food drive with a sense of humor
A food drive with a sense of humor: "A food drive with a sense of humor
By Rachel Fershleiser
Pei Cobb Freed & Partners is the Pine Street architecture firm renowned for sleek glass and metal designs like the Jacob Javits Center in New York, the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong, and the pyramid expansion on the Louvre Museum in Paris. This week, however, the company experimented with some different building materials: boxes of pasta and canned clams.
It is the firm’s first year participating in Canstruction, the 13th annual charity-food-drive-cum-design-competition that challenges architects and engineers to build massive sculptures from donated non-perishables. The giant clamshell the team built competed with a tuna can mermaid, a canned olive King Kong clutching Mrs. Butterworth, no fewer than three can iPods, as well as nearly thirty other constructions."
By Rachel Fershleiser
Pei Cobb Freed & Partners is the Pine Street architecture firm renowned for sleek glass and metal designs like the Jacob Javits Center in New York, the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong, and the pyramid expansion on the Louvre Museum in Paris. This week, however, the company experimented with some different building materials: boxes of pasta and canned clams.
It is the firm’s first year participating in Canstruction, the 13th annual charity-food-drive-cum-design-competition that challenges architects and engineers to build massive sculptures from donated non-perishables. The giant clamshell the team built competed with a tuna can mermaid, a canned olive King Kong clutching Mrs. Butterworth, no fewer than three can iPods, as well as nearly thirty other constructions."
Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/18/2005 | Trustee donates $14 million to Penn
Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/18/2005 | Trustee donates $14 million to Penn: "Trustee donates $14 million to Penn
The money, to go to student aid, brings George Weiss' total contributions to his alma mater to $58 million.
By Patrick Kerkstra
Inquirer Staff Writer
As founder of the Say Yes to Education program, George Weiss has been springing the gift of a free college education on hundreds of children at elementary schools from West Philadelphia to Hartford to Harlem during the last 18 years.
Last week, he was doing some surprise philanthropy once again: He presented the unsuspecting University of Pennsylvania president, Amy Gutmann, with a $14 million check at a reception of 600 Penn scholarship donors and recipients. The check was tucked in an envelope on which Weiss had scrawled a smiley face and the inscription: 'Have a nice day, Amy.'
'Amy was pretty excited,' Weiss said Wednesday."
The money, to go to student aid, brings George Weiss' total contributions to his alma mater to $58 million.
By Patrick Kerkstra
Inquirer Staff Writer
As founder of the Say Yes to Education program, George Weiss has been springing the gift of a free college education on hundreds of children at elementary schools from West Philadelphia to Hartford to Harlem during the last 18 years.
Last week, he was doing some surprise philanthropy once again: He presented the unsuspecting University of Pennsylvania president, Amy Gutmann, with a $14 million check at a reception of 600 Penn scholarship donors and recipients. The check was tucked in an envelope on which Weiss had scrawled a smiley face and the inscription: 'Have a nice day, Amy.'
'Amy was pretty excited,' Weiss said Wednesday."
The Harvard Crimson :: News :: Fewer Alumni Give to College
The Harvard Crimson :: News :: Fewer Alumni Give to College: "Fewer Alumni Give to College
Percentage of alumni who contribute is lowest since 1989
Published On Friday, November 18, 2005 3:05 AM
By NICHOLAS M. CIARELLI and ALEXANDER H. GREELEY
Crimson Staff Writers
The percentage of Harvard alumni who donate to the College has declined steadily since 2001 and hit a 16-year low last fiscal year, according to data provided by the University.
That figure, known as the “participation rate,” now stands at 40 percent—the lowest rate since 1989. The rate fluctuated throughout the 1990s, peaking most recently in 2001 when it reached 48 percent.
Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development Donella M. Rapier said Harvard has compared its numbers to eight peer institutions, and participation rates have recently declined at four. Three schools have maintained constant rates, and one school’s rate has increased.
Princeton University is considered a leader in alumni participation; according to its website, its rate is unchanged since 2001 at about 59 percent. "
Percentage of alumni who contribute is lowest since 1989
Published On Friday, November 18, 2005 3:05 AM
By NICHOLAS M. CIARELLI and ALEXANDER H. GREELEY
Crimson Staff Writers
The percentage of Harvard alumni who donate to the College has declined steadily since 2001 and hit a 16-year low last fiscal year, according to data provided by the University.
That figure, known as the “participation rate,” now stands at 40 percent—the lowest rate since 1989. The rate fluctuated throughout the 1990s, peaking most recently in 2001 when it reached 48 percent.
Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development Donella M. Rapier said Harvard has compared its numbers to eight peer institutions, and participation rates have recently declined at four. Three schools have maintained constant rates, and one school’s rate has increased.
Princeton University is considered a leader in alumni participation; according to its website, its rate is unchanged since 2001 at about 59 percent. "
News-Record.com - Greensboro, North Carolina: News: Charities brace for postage increase
News-Record.com - Greensboro, North Carolina: News: Charities brace for postage increase: "Charities brace for postage increase
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By Amy Dominello
Staff Writer
Add one more thing for local charities to deal with — an increase in postal rates.
While postage going up won’t cripple charities, it’s just another hurdle for them to face as they squeeze tight budgets.
For some, mailings are an important fund-raising tool.
“It’s significant because that’s how we communicate,” said Lana Davidson, vice president of finance for the United Way of Greater Greensboro."
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By Amy Dominello
Staff Writer
Add one more thing for local charities to deal with — an increase in postal rates.
While postage going up won’t cripple charities, it’s just another hurdle for them to face as they squeeze tight budgets.
For some, mailings are an important fund-raising tool.
“It’s significant because that’s how we communicate,” said Lana Davidson, vice president of finance for the United Way of Greater Greensboro."
Thursday, November 17, 2005
Giving USA Puts Spotlight on Regional Variations in Charitable Giving; Differences Abound Across America
Giving USA Puts Spotlight on Regional Variations in Charitable Giving; Differences Abound Across America: "GLENVIEW, Ill., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Examining both new and existing data, Giving USA Foundation researchers have discovered that when it comes to giving, regional differences abound across the United States. Therefore, when it comes to donating to charity, 'Americans are not one size fits all,' said Henry 'Hank' Goldstein, chairman of Giving USA Foundation. In fact, he added, 'there are marked differences that must be understood before assigning terms such as 'generous' or 'stingy' to residents of any particular state or region.' In the first-ever use of data that examined differences in participation rate and the average total amount contributed per household and the average amounts contributed for religious giving and for secular giving researchers discovered that 'in some regions, religious giving predominates, in others, secular giving is higher,' said Gene Tempel, Ed.D., executive director of the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, the organization that researched and wrote the report for the Foundation."
uticaOD.com - The Observer-Dispatch - Nonprofits take 'baby steps' toward mergers
uticaOD.com - The Observer-Dispatch - Nonprofits take 'baby steps' toward mergers: "Nonprofits take 'baby steps' toward mergers
Thursday, Nov 17, 2005
Marshand Boone
Observer-Dispatch
Opinions differ in the Mohawk Valley on the need to merge community agencies, depending on whose nickel is being solicited and who's passing the hat.
Leaders of most area nonprofits said they favored increased collaboration among similar agencies, but said they would stop short of merging all together to maintain a local presence.
With three United Way chapters in the local area and American Red Cross chapters in Rome and Utica, agency leaders maintained the key to effectiveness was a strong local presence with clear boundaries. Efforts to merge would undermine the agencies' disparate niches, they said."
Thursday, Nov 17, 2005
Marshand Boone
Observer-Dispatch
Opinions differ in the Mohawk Valley on the need to merge community agencies, depending on whose nickel is being solicited and who's passing the hat.
Leaders of most area nonprofits said they favored increased collaboration among similar agencies, but said they would stop short of merging all together to maintain a local presence.
With three United Way chapters in the local area and American Red Cross chapters in Rome and Utica, agency leaders maintained the key to effectiveness was a strong local presence with clear boundaries. Efforts to merge would undermine the agencies' disparate niches, they said."
Charities Predict Stagnant or Declining End-of-Year Fundraising - Yahoo! News
PRESS RELEASE From Guidestar
Charities Predict Stagnant or Declining End-of-Year Fundraising - Yahoo! News: "To: National Desk
Contact: Suzanne E. Coffman of GuideStar, 757-229-4631, ext. 27 or scoffman@guidestar.org
WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Nov. 17 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Nearly 80 percent of charitable organizations anticipate that the year's natural disasters will cause end-of-year contributions to remain at or decrease from 2004 levels, a new survey by GuideStar, the public charity that connects people with nonprofit information, reveals."
Charities Predict Stagnant or Declining End-of-Year Fundraising - Yahoo! News: "To: National Desk
Contact: Suzanne E. Coffman of GuideStar, 757-229-4631, ext. 27 or scoffman@guidestar.org
WILLIAMSBURG, Va., Nov. 17 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Nearly 80 percent of charitable organizations anticipate that the year's natural disasters will cause end-of-year contributions to remain at or decrease from 2004 levels, a new survey by GuideStar, the public charity that connects people with nonprofit information, reveals."
Make Responsible Donations - Commentary
Make Responsible Donations - Commentary: "Make Responsible Donations
By: Emily Groff
Issue date: 11/17/05 Section: Commentary
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The holiday season is almost upon us and soon we will be worrying about presents. Many people will donate to charity, either out of good will or as a gift for someone else. Charitable giving is a generous gesture that should be made year-round, not just in December. However, precautions must be taken.
As sad as it is to believe, some people take advantage of the generous impulses of others. In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, public sentiment was with the victims and donations to charitable groups poured in. Unfortunately, not all who collected funds were legitimate. An investigation by ABC News and the American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP) found it is 'far too easy for anybody to set up a charity, get tax-exempt status with the IRS, do very little of anything charitable and get away with it,' according to AIP President Daniel Borochoff. After the hurricanes, fraud was so common that the Department of Homeland Security set up a fraud task force involving several federal agencies.
"
By: Emily Groff
Issue date: 11/17/05 Section: Commentary
Article Tools:Email This ArticlePrint This Article Page 1 of 1
The holiday season is almost upon us and soon we will be worrying about presents. Many people will donate to charity, either out of good will or as a gift for someone else. Charitable giving is a generous gesture that should be made year-round, not just in December. However, precautions must be taken.
As sad as it is to believe, some people take advantage of the generous impulses of others. In the wake of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, public sentiment was with the victims and donations to charitable groups poured in. Unfortunately, not all who collected funds were legitimate. An investigation by ABC News and the American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP) found it is 'far too easy for anybody to set up a charity, get tax-exempt status with the IRS, do very little of anything charitable and get away with it,' according to AIP President Daniel Borochoff. After the hurricanes, fraud was so common that the Department of Homeland Security set up a fraud task force involving several federal agencies.
"
Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/17/2005 | Nonprofits are pinched
Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/17/2005 | Nonprofits are pinched: "Nonprofits are pinched
By Nancy Mohr
The generosity of the American people is legendary. The airwaves, newspapers and Internet are filled with news about the remarkable individual responses to natural disasters and the heart-rending needs of the people whose lives have been so radically dislocated. No one begrudges them a single dollar - and yet, as local dollars grow wings and fly to far places, the regional nonprofits have been heavily affected. This is annual giving season, the time when everyone's mailbox fills with requests for support. Large, small, colorful, some with cheery messages on the envelopes to lure you into opening them, they clamor for attention. You set aside some, toss others in the wastebasket. You can't reply to everyone, but the sifting out becomes more and more difficult. Some are national in scope, well-established familiar names; others as close as the memorial for a local resident who made a difference."
By Nancy Mohr
The generosity of the American people is legendary. The airwaves, newspapers and Internet are filled with news about the remarkable individual responses to natural disasters and the heart-rending needs of the people whose lives have been so radically dislocated. No one begrudges them a single dollar - and yet, as local dollars grow wings and fly to far places, the regional nonprofits have been heavily affected. This is annual giving season, the time when everyone's mailbox fills with requests for support. Large, small, colorful, some with cheery messages on the envelopes to lure you into opening them, they clamor for attention. You set aside some, toss others in the wastebasket. You can't reply to everyone, but the sifting out becomes more and more difficult. Some are national in scope, well-established familiar names; others as close as the memorial for a local resident who made a difference."
The Financial Standard(Austrailia)-Advisers should provide advice for philanthropy too
The Financial Standard: "Advisers should provide advice for philanthropy too
Thursday, 17 Nov 2005 01:02PM
Financial planners should take a leading role in giving clients good advice not just with their finances but with their philanthropic needs.
At the Financial Planning Association (FPA) annual conference today, keynote speaker David Gonski, chairman of Coca-Cola Amatil and Investec Bank, said the nation is riding on a 'wave of giving' with many Australians donating a considerable portion of their savings to charity.
Many individuals who find themselves in a position to give back to the community would need advice on the right financial structure to do this, said Gonski.
Gonski added that last year the country donated $11 billion to non-profit organisations with a staggering 87 per cent of the population digging into their pockets for charity. "
Thursday, 17 Nov 2005 01:02PM
Financial planners should take a leading role in giving clients good advice not just with their finances but with their philanthropic needs.
At the Financial Planning Association (FPA) annual conference today, keynote speaker David Gonski, chairman of Coca-Cola Amatil and Investec Bank, said the nation is riding on a 'wave of giving' with many Australians donating a considerable portion of their savings to charity.
Many individuals who find themselves in a position to give back to the community would need advice on the right financial structure to do this, said Gonski.
Gonski added that last year the country donated $11 billion to non-profit organisations with a staggering 87 per cent of the population digging into their pockets for charity. "
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Foolanthropy 2005: Our Picks [Fool.com: Motley Fool Take] November 16, 2005
Foolanthropy 2005: Our Picks [Fool.com: Motley Fool Take] November 16, 2005: "Foolanthropy 2005: Our Picks
By Motley Fool Staff
November 16, 2005
For nine years now, The Motley Fool has called on its members to nominate and support innovative, efficient charitable organizations in our annual Foolanthropy drive. Since 1997, educating people about more effective, intelligent ways of giving has been a part of The Motley Fool's broader goal to help people take control of their own finances and invest in their own futures. So far, we have raised more than $2 million."
By Motley Fool Staff
November 16, 2005
For nine years now, The Motley Fool has called on its members to nominate and support innovative, efficient charitable organizations in our annual Foolanthropy drive. Since 1997, educating people about more effective, intelligent ways of giving has been a part of The Motley Fool's broader goal to help people take control of their own finances and invest in their own futures. So far, we have raised more than $2 million."
Guardian Unlimited Politics | Special Reports | Cherie earnings on MPs' register of interests
Guardian Unlimited Politics | Special Reports | Cherie earnings on MPs' register of interests: "Cherie earnings on MPs' register of interests
Oliver King and agencies
Wednesday November 16, 2005
The prime minister has for the first time listed some of his wife Cherie's earnings from public speaking and book royalties in the register of MPs' interests, which was published today.
Royalties from Mrs Blair's book, The Goldfish Bowl: Married to the Prime Minister 1955-1997, are registered, along with fees for speaking engagements in Washington, Australia and New Zealand - although no figures are recorded.
The entry follows recent criticism of Cherie Blair for accepting �17,000 for speaking at an event which left an Australian charity out of pocket."
Oliver King and agencies
Wednesday November 16, 2005
The prime minister has for the first time listed some of his wife Cherie's earnings from public speaking and book royalties in the register of MPs' interests, which was published today.
Royalties from Mrs Blair's book, The Goldfish Bowl: Married to the Prime Minister 1955-1997, are registered, along with fees for speaking engagements in Washington, Australia and New Zealand - although no figures are recorded.
The entry follows recent criticism of Cherie Blair for accepting �17,000 for speaking at an event which left an Australian charity out of pocket."
Difference between for-profit and non-profit | ConsultantCommons.org (beta)
Difference between for-profit and non-profit | ConsultantCommons.org (beta): "Difference between for-profit and non-profit
Submitted by zac on Tue, 2005-11-15 15:41. Org Development
Excerpts from a thread on Riders-Talk in November 2005.
'The key elements are (but with everything in the tax code, things are
'flexible' if you hire the right lawyers): as a for-profit you cannot
accept grants. As a nonprofit you can't compete with for-profit
businesses.'
- David Geilhufe
'Nonprofits tend to be smaller and have fewer resources than most
corporate clients - more like a small business clientele.'
'I find that most nonprofits themselves feel that they are much more different from the business world than I perceive them to be.'"
Submitted by zac on Tue, 2005-11-15 15:41. Org Development
Excerpts from a thread on Riders-Talk in November 2005.
'The key elements are (but with everything in the tax code, things are
'flexible' if you hire the right lawyers): as a for-profit you cannot
accept grants. As a nonprofit you can't compete with for-profit
businesses.'
- David Geilhufe
'Nonprofits tend to be smaller and have fewer resources than most
corporate clients - more like a small business clientele.'
'I find that most nonprofits themselves feel that they are much more different from the business world than I perceive them to be.'"
Mailer Groups Object to Jan. 8 Rate Hike Implementation
Mailer Groups Object to Jan. 8 Rate Hike Implementation: "'The Jan. 8 date may present a significant hardship for mailers and those software manufacturers who prepare worksharing software products for mailers,' said Neal Denton, executive director of the Alliance of Nonprofit Mailers in a statement. 'Because there are problems with some of the recommended rate charts, software manufacturers still await final published numbers before they can build their software products. Without a later implementation date, there may not be enough time for a smooth transition to the new rate structure.'"
The Michigan Daily-"Seniors in the Kalamazoo Public Schools are celebrating the establishment of The Kalamazoo Promise
The Michigan Daily: "Seniors in the Kalamazoo Public Schools are celebrating the establishment of The Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship program funded by anonymous donors that will offer full tuition to any public college or university in Michigan each year for graduating students from the district. For many students, this unprecedented gift will open doors that would have otherwise remained tightly locked. Without private, generous donors, many eligible students miss the opportunity to pursue higher education. Yet this should not be the case. Rather than having to rely on the philanthropy of kind strangers, all qualified students attending public universities deserve sufficient state and federal government support to make their college education affordable."
The Oracle - Having a ball for a good cause
The Oracle - Having a ball for a good cause: "Having a ball for a good cause
by Susan Thomas
November 16, 2005
It may be hard for students and faculty to miss a 72-inch multicolored beach ball rolling around campus this week, and that’s exactly what the members of the Zeta Beta Tau (ZBT) fraternity want.
The point of all the commotion: to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN). Members of ZBT have been pushing the giant ball all over campus since Sunday, asking students and faculty members to either donate money directly or sign the ball.
Several companies in the Tampa Bay area have agreed to donate between $30 and $125 initially and 5 to 20 cents per signature."
by Susan Thomas
November 16, 2005
It may be hard for students and faculty to miss a 72-inch multicolored beach ball rolling around campus this week, and that’s exactly what the members of the Zeta Beta Tau (ZBT) fraternity want.
The point of all the commotion: to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network (CMN). Members of ZBT have been pushing the giant ball all over campus since Sunday, asking students and faculty members to either donate money directly or sign the ball.
Several companies in the Tampa Bay area have agreed to donate between $30 and $125 initially and 5 to 20 cents per signature."
Survey: Most small business donate money, time to nonprofits - 2005-11-15
Survey: Most small business donate money, time to nonprofits - 2005-11-15: "urvey: Most small business donate money, time to nonprofits
Small businesses make for very good neighbors, according to the latest Wells Fargo/Gallup Small Business Index.
Almost nine of every 10 small-business owners responding to the recent national survey say they give money to nonprofits in their communities and almost six of every 10 say they contribute their time"
Small businesses make for very good neighbors, according to the latest Wells Fargo/Gallup Small Business Index.
Almost nine of every 10 small-business owners responding to the recent national survey say they give money to nonprofits in their communities and almost six of every 10 say they contribute their time"
Channelnewsasia.com- NKF hands over Cancer Fund to Singapore Cancer Society
Channelnewsasia.com: "NKF hands over Cancer Fund to Singapore Cancer Society
By Julia Ng, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : The National Kidney Foundation has handed over the NKF Cancer Fund to the Singapore Cancer Society.
Both charities say the transfer will benefit cancer patients, as programmes are now streamlined and provided by one central organisation.
With the move, the NKF Cancer Fund will cease to exist. "
By Julia Ng, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : The National Kidney Foundation has handed over the NKF Cancer Fund to the Singapore Cancer Society.
Both charities say the transfer will benefit cancer patients, as programmes are now streamlined and provided by one central organisation.
With the move, the NKF Cancer Fund will cease to exist. "
Charitable giving high in N.E.
Charitable giving high in N.E.: "Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Charitable giving high in N.E.
By EDWARD D. MURPHY, Portland Press Herald Writer
Copyright © 2005 Blethen Maine Newspapers Inc.
Individual New Englanders may not contribute a lot of money to charity, but a lot of New Englanders do give, a new study of giving suggests.
Previous studies of charitable giving have suggested that New Englanders give less than residents of other regions. The new report found that was true, based on the tax return data commonly used. This report said New Englanders who contribute to charity give, on average, $1,694 a year versus a national average of $1,894."
Charitable giving high in N.E.
By EDWARD D. MURPHY, Portland Press Herald Writer
Copyright © 2005 Blethen Maine Newspapers Inc.
Individual New Englanders may not contribute a lot of money to charity, but a lot of New Englanders do give, a new study of giving suggests.
Previous studies of charitable giving have suggested that New Englanders give less than residents of other regions. The new report found that was true, based on the tax return data commonly used. This report said New Englanders who contribute to charity give, on average, $1,694 a year versus a national average of $1,894."
MercuryNews.com | 11/16/2005 | Foundation urges civic involvement
MercuryNews.com | 11/16/2005 | Foundation urges civic involvement: "Foundation urges civic involvement
140 FIRMS INVOLVED; SUMMIT CONVENED TO ATTRACT MORE
By Matthai Chakko Kuruvila
Mercury News
At Scalix, employees are given five days of paid leave every year to do volunteer work of their choice. At Salesforce.com, 1 percent of the company's profits, staff and stock is devoted to philanthropy and community involvement.
These are but two of the ways Silicon Valley companies integrate civic responsibility into their corporate culture, said speakers at a Sunnyvale event Tuesday sponsored by the Entrepreneurs Foundation, which helps companies develop philanthropic programs."
140 FIRMS INVOLVED; SUMMIT CONVENED TO ATTRACT MORE
By Matthai Chakko Kuruvila
Mercury News
At Scalix, employees are given five days of paid leave every year to do volunteer work of their choice. At Salesforce.com, 1 percent of the company's profits, staff and stock is devoted to philanthropy and community involvement.
These are but two of the ways Silicon Valley companies integrate civic responsibility into their corporate culture, said speakers at a Sunnyvale event Tuesday sponsored by the Entrepreneurs Foundation, which helps companies develop philanthropic programs."
Tuesday, November 15, 2005
London restaurateur donates truffle to BBC's Children in Need
London restaurateur donates truffle to BBC's Children in Need: "News
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London restaurateur Claudio Pulze has donated his truffle from last weekend’s international charity auction to UK charity Children in Need as part of a dinner package.
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London restaurateur donates truffle to BBC's Children in Need
(15 November 2005 16:07)
London restaurateur Claudio Pulze has donated his truffle from last weekend’s international charity auction to UK charity Children in Need as part of a dinner package.
Townhall.com :: Columns :: Muscular Philanthropy: Tough love and the John M. Olin Foundation by Debra England
Townhall.com :: Columns :: Muscular Philanthropy: Tough love and the John M. Olin Foundation by Debra England: "Muscular Philanthropy: Tough love and the John M. Olin Foundation
Nov 15, 2005
by Debra England ( bio | archive )
Pound for pound, the largest left-leaning foundations outspent the top conservative foundations last year by more than 10 to 1 in a market where grants worth $32 billion were made by foundations managing combined assets of more than $475 billion. The Ford Foundation, for example, sits atop roughly $11 billion worth of assets, while the conservative John M. Olin Foundation - which just spent down its portfolio and closed its doors - never reached so much as $120 million worth of assets under management in a given year. And yet, John J. Miller recently published a book entitled A Gift of Freedom: How the John M. Olin Foundation Changed America.
How indeed?"
Nov 15, 2005
by Debra England ( bio | archive )
Pound for pound, the largest left-leaning foundations outspent the top conservative foundations last year by more than 10 to 1 in a market where grants worth $32 billion were made by foundations managing combined assets of more than $475 billion. The Ford Foundation, for example, sits atop roughly $11 billion worth of assets, while the conservative John M. Olin Foundation - which just spent down its portfolio and closed its doors - never reached so much as $120 million worth of assets under management in a given year. And yet, John J. Miller recently published a book entitled A Gift of Freedom: How the John M. Olin Foundation Changed America.
How indeed?"
World-record fungus bid - Good Living - Entertainment - smh.com.au
World-record fungus bid - Good Living - Entertainment - smh.com.au: "World-record fungus bid
November 16, 2005
The daughter of a Hong Kong British billionaire is believed to be the mystery buyer behind a world-record auction bid for a huge white truffle, media reports say.
Sources claim that Mara Hotung, 38-year-old daughter of philanthropist Eric Hotung, was the mystery woman who successfully bid for the giant fungus during a live charity auction held simultaneously yesterday in Turin, London and Hong Kong."
November 16, 2005
The daughter of a Hong Kong British billionaire is believed to be the mystery buyer behind a world-record auction bid for a huge white truffle, media reports say.
Sources claim that Mara Hotung, 38-year-old daughter of philanthropist Eric Hotung, was the mystery woman who successfully bid for the giant fungus during a live charity auction held simultaneously yesterday in Turin, London and Hong Kong."
calendarlive.com: Merging movies and activism
calendarlive.com: Merging movies and activism:
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"Launched early last year by EBay co-founder Jeff Skoll, Participant is a once-in-a-blue-moon business proposition, a media company devoted to making socially relevant movies. With something like $3.5 billion in his bank account, Skoll, 40, is eager to spend some of the money using the power of cinematic storytelling to stimulate involvement in social issues. 'To me, we're straddling the line between business and philanthropy,' says Skoll, whose earnest, thoughtful manner marks him as a fish out of water in the Hollywood shark tank. 'If a film is successful, but does no good in the world, I would consider it a failure. Whereas if a movie does some good but doesn't make a lot of money, I'd still say it was worthwhile.'"
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"Launched early last year by EBay co-founder Jeff Skoll, Participant is a once-in-a-blue-moon business proposition, a media company devoted to making socially relevant movies. With something like $3.5 billion in his bank account, Skoll, 40, is eager to spend some of the money using the power of cinematic storytelling to stimulate involvement in social issues. 'To me, we're straddling the line between business and philanthropy,' says Skoll, whose earnest, thoughtful manner marks him as a fish out of water in the Hollywood shark tank. 'If a film is successful, but does no good in the world, I would consider it a failure. Whereas if a movie does some good but doesn't make a lot of money, I'd still say it was worthwhile.'"
Target and The Salvation Army create charity Web site - 2005-11-15
Target and The Salvation Army create charity Web site - 2005-11-15: "Target and The Salvation Army create charity Web site
Craig Dirkes
Staff Writer
A year after banning The Salvation Army's trademark red kettles from its storefronts, Target Corp. has forged a new partnership with the nonprofit."
Craig Dirkes
Staff Writer
A year after banning The Salvation Army's trademark red kettles from its storefronts, Target Corp. has forged a new partnership with the nonprofit."
New report on state-by-state charitable giving across US
New report on state-by-state charitable giving across US: "New report on state-by-state charitable giving across US
Boston College researchers find states previously labeled 'stingy' have higher generosity levels than previously reported; Researchers call for new, more rigorous way to calculate giving
CHESTNUT HILL, MA (11-14-05) – States previously reported to lag behind the nation in charitable giving actually have higher generosity levels than those indicated by a widely-touted annual index, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the Boston College Center on Wealth and Philanthropy.
The study, sponsored by the Boston Foundation, recalculates giving levels which since 1997 had been annually evaluated by the Generosity Index, a widely used list that ranks all 50 states according to how much local residents give to charity, published by the Catalogue for Philanthropy.
For example, the 2004 Generosity Index, based on 2002 data, ranked Massachusetts as the second stingiest state in the nation, and the 2002 Index, based on 2000 data, ranked it the seventh stingiest state. But that charge is revealed as a 'myth' in the new report, which for the first time subjects the Index to rigorous scrutiny. When cost of living and tax burden in the area are taken into account, Massachusetts moves from 49th to 11th in terms of charitable giving based on 2002 data and from 44th to 6th based on 2000 data."
Boston College researchers find states previously labeled 'stingy' have higher generosity levels than previously reported; Researchers call for new, more rigorous way to calculate giving
CHESTNUT HILL, MA (11-14-05) – States previously reported to lag behind the nation in charitable giving actually have higher generosity levels than those indicated by a widely-touted annual index, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the Boston College Center on Wealth and Philanthropy.
The study, sponsored by the Boston Foundation, recalculates giving levels which since 1997 had been annually evaluated by the Generosity Index, a widely used list that ranks all 50 states according to how much local residents give to charity, published by the Catalogue for Philanthropy.
For example, the 2004 Generosity Index, based on 2002 data, ranked Massachusetts as the second stingiest state in the nation, and the 2002 Index, based on 2000 data, ranked it the seventh stingiest state. But that charge is revealed as a 'myth' in the new report, which for the first time subjects the Index to rigorous scrutiny. When cost of living and tax burden in the area are taken into account, Massachusetts moves from 49th to 11th in terms of charitable giving based on 2002 data and from 44th to 6th based on 2000 data."
Monday, November 14, 2005
abc27 - Female Non-Profit Leaders in PA Make 33% Less Than Males
abc27 - Female Non-Profit Leaders in PA Make 33% Less Than Males: "Female Non-Profit Leaders in PA Make 33% Less Than Males
Monday November 14, 2005 10:11am
PITTSBURGH (AP)
Women who head nonprofit agencies in Pennsylvania are making less money than their male counterparts.
GuideStar, a Williamsburg, Virginia-based group that collects data on non-profit groups, finds that women are paid less than men regardless of nonprofit size.
Some nonprofit leaders say some women are leaving the nonprofit sector over the issue.
Vanessa Lund, director of the Human Capital Policy Initiative at the
University of Pittsburgh, says she's seen too many women leave nonprofits.
Monday November 14, 2005 10:11am
PITTSBURGH (AP)
Women who head nonprofit agencies in Pennsylvania are making less money than their male counterparts.
GuideStar, a Williamsburg, Virginia-based group that collects data on non-profit groups, finds that women are paid less than men regardless of nonprofit size.
Some nonprofit leaders say some women are leaving the nonprofit sector over the issue.
Vanessa Lund, director of the Human Capital Policy Initiative at the
University of Pittsburgh, says she's seen too many women leave nonprofits.
WCCO-TV - "Young adults' involvement in nonprofit work rises
WCCO-TV - Minnesota's Breaking News, Weather, Traffic and Sports: Iowa Wire: "Young adults' involvement in nonprofit work rises
Monday November 14, 2005
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) Mike Brooks was accepted to law schools across the nation. Stanford was his top choice.
But as he visited those schools, he realized his heart was somewhere else: in two Iowa City nonprofits he helped found The 10,000 Hours Show, which gives 1,000 volunteers a concert ticket for 10 hours of community service; and The James Gang, a community-building organization.
``The only thing I really wanted to be doing with my time was working on The 10,000 Hours Show,'' said Brooks, 24, of Iowa City, who will live the next 12 months off a $9,500 AmeriCorps stipend while working on 10K. ``I always wanted to do something I loved that had a positive effect on the community.''
More young adults like Brooks are seemingly considering the nonprofit sector as a career. Fueling the trend is a desire to help others, more awareness of nonprofits and a need for professionals to run the organizations."
Monday November 14, 2005
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) Mike Brooks was accepted to law schools across the nation. Stanford was his top choice.
But as he visited those schools, he realized his heart was somewhere else: in two Iowa City nonprofits he helped found The 10,000 Hours Show, which gives 1,000 volunteers a concert ticket for 10 hours of community service; and The James Gang, a community-building organization.
``The only thing I really wanted to be doing with my time was working on The 10,000 Hours Show,'' said Brooks, 24, of Iowa City, who will live the next 12 months off a $9,500 AmeriCorps stipend while working on 10K. ``I always wanted to do something I loved that had a positive effect on the community.''
More young adults like Brooks are seemingly considering the nonprofit sector as a career. Fueling the trend is a desire to help others, more awareness of nonprofits and a need for professionals to run the organizations."
Pay disparity between sexes chasing female execs away - PittsburghLIVE.com
Pay disparity between sexes chasing female execs away - PittsburghLIVE.com: "Pay disparity between sexes chasing female execs away
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By Bill Zlatos
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Monday, November 14, 2005
Women who head nonprofit agencies in Pennsylvania have fallen into a 'pink collar ghetto' where their salaries lag way behind those earned by their male counterparts.
Beyond nonprofits, the continuing pay disparity between men and women is causing educated career women to leave the state -- including thousands from Western Pennsylvania in recent years, warned several local female executives.
Women are paid less than men whether the nonprofit is big or small, according to GuideStar, a Williamsburg, Va.-based group that collects data on nonprofit groups. But men tend to get the plum jobs at bigger agencies that can pay larger salaries, while most small nonprofits are headed by low-paid women, data show."
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By Bill Zlatos
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Monday, November 14, 2005
Women who head nonprofit agencies in Pennsylvania have fallen into a 'pink collar ghetto' where their salaries lag way behind those earned by their male counterparts.
Beyond nonprofits, the continuing pay disparity between men and women is causing educated career women to leave the state -- including thousands from Western Pennsylvania in recent years, warned several local female executives.
Women are paid less than men whether the nonprofit is big or small, according to GuideStar, a Williamsburg, Va.-based group that collects data on nonprofit groups. But men tend to get the plum jobs at bigger agencies that can pay larger salaries, while most small nonprofits are headed by low-paid women, data show."
yaledailynews.com - Alumni question merit of donating
yaledailynews.com - Alumni question merit of donating: "Published Monday, November 14, 2005
Alumni question merit of donating
Administrators say gifts are essential to finances
BY JOSH DUBOFF AND DANIEL KATZ
Staff Reporters
A $100 million anonymous gift to the School of Music and recent editorials by Ben Stein LAW '69 questioning the value of alumni contributions have prompted mixed reactions from administrators and alumni on the role of financial gifts to Yale.
While some alumni said the University's $15.2 billion endowment should be adequate to cover operating expenses and additional large-scale funding from alumni is unnecessary, administrators said gifts of any size are vital for sustaining student programs at the University. Yale receives more than $20 million per year in unrestricted alumni gifts, which can be used at officials' discretion to keep overall costs down, Vice President for Development Inge Reichenbach said.
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Alumni question merit of donating
Administrators say gifts are essential to finances
BY JOSH DUBOFF AND DANIEL KATZ
Staff Reporters
A $100 million anonymous gift to the School of Music and recent editorials by Ben Stein LAW '69 questioning the value of alumni contributions have prompted mixed reactions from administrators and alumni on the role of financial gifts to Yale.
While some alumni said the University's $15.2 billion endowment should be adequate to cover operating expenses and additional large-scale funding from alumni is unnecessary, administrators said gifts of any size are vital for sustaining student programs at the University. Yale receives more than $20 million per year in unrestricted alumni gifts, which can be used at officials' discretion to keep overall costs down, Vice President for Development Inge Reichenbach said.
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Management Visionary Peter Drucker Dies
Management Visionary Peter Drucker Dies: "Management Visionary Peter Drucker Dies
By Patricia Sullivan
Washington Post Staff Writer
Saturday, November 12, 2005; Page B06
Peter F. Drucker, 95, who was often called the world's most influential business guru and whose thinking transformed corporate management in the latter half of the 20th century, died Nov. 11 at his home in Claremont, Calif. No cause of death was reported, but he was under hospice care. His work influenced Winston Churchill, Bill Gates, Jack Welch and the Japanese business establishment. His more than three dozen books, written over 66 years and translated into 30 languages, also delivered his philosophy to newly promoted managers just out of the office cubicle."
By Patricia Sullivan
Washington Post Staff Writer
Saturday, November 12, 2005; Page B06
Peter F. Drucker, 95, who was often called the world's most influential business guru and whose thinking transformed corporate management in the latter half of the 20th century, died Nov. 11 at his home in Claremont, Calif. No cause of death was reported, but he was under hospice care. His work influenced Winston Churchill, Bill Gates, Jack Welch and the Japanese business establishment. His more than three dozen books, written over 66 years and translated into 30 languages, also delivered his philosophy to newly promoted managers just out of the office cubicle."
Kintera and The Alford Group Offer Nonprofits Recent Trends in Philanthropy to Help Solve Fundraising Challenges: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance
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Kintera and The Alford Group Offer Nonprofits Recent Trends in Philanthropy to Help Solve Fundraising Challenges: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance: "Kintera and The Alford Group Offer Nonprofits Recent Trends in Philanthropy to Help Solve Fundraising Challenges
Monday November 14, 6:00 am ET
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 14, 2005--Despite increased donations to U.S. charities in 2004 -- and growing trust in online donation technology -- nonprofit organizations still face the vital challenge of raising funds to support their causes. Kintera� Inc. (Nasdaq:KNTA - News) and The Alford Group teamed together in a recent Webinar to provide critical information to nonprofits that will help focus and maximize fundraising efforts. The online presentation, titled 'Trends in Philanthropy: Giving and the Experience,' is now available for download at www.kintera.com/alfordgroup."
Kintera and The Alford Group Offer Nonprofits Recent Trends in Philanthropy to Help Solve Fundraising Challenges: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance: "Kintera and The Alford Group Offer Nonprofits Recent Trends in Philanthropy to Help Solve Fundraising Challenges
Monday November 14, 6:00 am ET
SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 14, 2005--Despite increased donations to U.S. charities in 2004 -- and growing trust in online donation technology -- nonprofit organizations still face the vital challenge of raising funds to support their causes. Kintera� Inc. (Nasdaq:KNTA - News) and The Alford Group teamed together in a recent Webinar to provide critical information to nonprofits that will help focus and maximize fundraising efforts. The online presentation, titled 'Trends in Philanthropy: Giving and the Experience,' is now available for download at www.kintera.com/alfordgroup."
The Most Charitable Companies - Forbes.com
The Most Charitable Companies - Forbes.com: "Charitable Giving
The Most Charitable Companies
Liz Moyer, 11.14.05, 6:00 AM ET
NEW YORK - Philanthropy was on the rise last year, thanks to increases in earnings in 2003. Since most companies budget their charitable donations on the basis of the previous year's profits, that would seem to bode well for giving this year, too.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, which conducts an annual survey of cash and product donations by large U.S. companies, says giving at 100 or so of the largest U.S. companies is expected to increase this year as it did by an average 5% last year.
But there are lots of ways to look at giving. "
The Most Charitable Companies
Liz Moyer, 11.14.05, 6:00 AM ET
NEW YORK - Philanthropy was on the rise last year, thanks to increases in earnings in 2003. Since most companies budget their charitable donations on the basis of the previous year's profits, that would seem to bode well for giving this year, too.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, which conducts an annual survey of cash and product donations by large U.S. companies, says giving at 100 or so of the largest U.S. companies is expected to increase this year as it did by an average 5% last year.
But there are lots of ways to look at giving. "
Editorial-"Philanthropy is the voluntary promotion of human welfare. Its Greek origin means “love for humankind.”
Editorial: "Philanthropy is the voluntary promotion of human welfare. Its Greek origin means “love for humankind.”
There are two directions that philanthropy can take. Philanthropy can promote social good, or it can alleviate social distress such as poverty and unemployment. In a prosperous economy that has opportunity for all, philanthropy would not need to help the poor, because there would be full employment at wages well above subsistence. The free market has a natural minimum wage, namely the productivity of the marginal worker, which in a high-tech economy would be lifted up by the insatiable demand for labor. A free society would also provide the schooling that creates the human capital that enables workers to have an even higher wage.
Advocates of government welfare for the poor say that philanthropy is not sufficient to provide a safety net of welfare aid to the poor and unemployed. Governments throughout the word do indeed spend trillions of dollars and pounds and euros to provide medicine, schooling, housing, and food to masses of poor folk. How could philanthropy possibly fill this role?"
There are two directions that philanthropy can take. Philanthropy can promote social good, or it can alleviate social distress such as poverty and unemployment. In a prosperous economy that has opportunity for all, philanthropy would not need to help the poor, because there would be full employment at wages well above subsistence. The free market has a natural minimum wage, namely the productivity of the marginal worker, which in a high-tech economy would be lifted up by the insatiable demand for labor. A free society would also provide the schooling that creates the human capital that enables workers to have an even higher wage.
Advocates of government welfare for the poor say that philanthropy is not sufficient to provide a safety net of welfare aid to the poor and unemployed. Governments throughout the word do indeed spend trillions of dollars and pounds and euros to provide medicine, schooling, housing, and food to masses of poor folk. How could philanthropy possibly fill this role?"
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