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yaledailynews.com - Restricted funds to offset deficit:
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"Certain endowments cover certain costs, but you can't just use endowments to cover certain deficits,' Reichenbach said. 'You cannot say, 'Oh, I have a hole here' and plug it with endowment. That is not possible. You look at what causes the deficit and if that is something that alumni would find attractive to support.'
Executive Vice President for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Walter Sczudlo said he agrees that securing the trust of the donors should be a university's priority over filling gaps in its budget.
'While it can be frustrating to the stewards of contributed funds to see areas of need not being met while at the same time there are surpluses in other revenue centers, if the organization wants to maintain donor trust, which is critical, they must respect donor intent,' he said."
Thursday, January 26, 2006
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
The Enterprise at SouthofBoston.com-Easton students to benefit from fundraising drive
The Enterprise at SouthofBoston.com: "Easton students to benefit from fundraising drive
By Vicki-Ann Downing, Enterprise staff writer
EASTON — The town's nonprofit educational foundation had an extraordinary year in 2005, raising more than $100,000 to buy new computers and pay for teacher grants in the public schools.
The Foundation for Excellence in Education in Easton, known as FEEE, raised $138,000, the highest amount in its 16-year history, through its annual dinner-dance and silent auction in November at Christina's in Foxboro.
Thomas Keegan, a FEEE spokesman, said that amount compares to $118,000 raised in 2004 and $98,000 in 2003. Some 670 people bought tickets for the dinner-dance and auction, compared with 530 tickets sold in 2004."
By Vicki-Ann Downing, Enterprise staff writer
EASTON — The town's nonprofit educational foundation had an extraordinary year in 2005, raising more than $100,000 to buy new computers and pay for teacher grants in the public schools.
The Foundation for Excellence in Education in Easton, known as FEEE, raised $138,000, the highest amount in its 16-year history, through its annual dinner-dance and silent auction in November at Christina's in Foxboro.
Thomas Keegan, a FEEE spokesman, said that amount compares to $118,000 raised in 2004 and $98,000 in 2003. Some 670 people bought tickets for the dinner-dance and auction, compared with 530 tickets sold in 2004."
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Pope Encyclical Mandates Charity
Pope Encyclical Mandates Charity: "Pope Encyclical Mandates Charity
By NICOLE WINFIELD
The Associated Press
Wednesday, January 25, 2006; 9:54 AM
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Benedict XVI said Wednesday in his first encyclical that the Roman Catholic Church has no desire to govern states or set public policy, but can't remain silent when its charity is needed to ease suffering around the world.
In the long-awaited document 'God is Love,' Benedict explores the relationship between God's love for mankind and the church's works of charity, saying the two are intrinsically linked and the foundation of the Christian faith."
By NICOLE WINFIELD
The Associated Press
Wednesday, January 25, 2006; 9:54 AM
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Benedict XVI said Wednesday in his first encyclical that the Roman Catholic Church has no desire to govern states or set public policy, but can't remain silent when its charity is needed to ease suffering around the world.
In the long-awaited document 'God is Love,' Benedict explores the relationship between God's love for mankind and the church's works of charity, saying the two are intrinsically linked and the foundation of the Christian faith."
PBS station to eliminate on-air fundraising
PBS station to eliminate on-air fundraising: "YRACUSE, N.Y. In what might be a unique move in the world of public broadcasting, one upstate P-B-S station says it is ending on-air pledge drives.
The Syracuse-based station says it's the first in the country to take fundraising off the air.
The Public Broadcasting Council of Central New York today said it has bought a local commercial production company to raise money."
The Syracuse-based station says it's the first in the country to take fundraising off the air.
The Public Broadcasting Council of Central New York today said it has bought a local commercial production company to raise money."
Marine Corps Times - News - More News-"Defense Department sets charitable giving record
PRESS RELEASE
Marine Corps Times - News - More News: "Defense Department sets charitable giving record
Press release
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department raised a record-high $15.1 million in the 2005 Combined Federal Campaign, exceeding the department’s goal by $2.3 million.
DoD recognized its organizations for their fundraising efforts today at the Combined Federal Campaign awards ceremony in the Pentagon.
“By all of these contributions, you have enabled the Department of Defense to maintain its distinction as the largest single charitable organization in the world,” Michael B. Donley, director of administration and management for the Office of the Secretary of Defense, said to the ceremony participants."
Marine Corps Times - News - More News: "Defense Department sets charitable giving record
Press release
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department raised a record-high $15.1 million in the 2005 Combined Federal Campaign, exceeding the department’s goal by $2.3 million.
DoD recognized its organizations for their fundraising efforts today at the Combined Federal Campaign awards ceremony in the Pentagon.
“By all of these contributions, you have enabled the Department of Defense to maintain its distinction as the largest single charitable organization in the world,” Michael B. Donley, director of administration and management for the Office of the Secretary of Defense, said to the ceremony participants."
Notre Dame probes hack of computer system | CNET News.com
Notre Dame probes hack of computer system | CNET News.com: "wo computer-forensic companies are helping the University of Notre Dame investigate an electronic break-in that may have exposed the personal and financial information of school donors.
The hackers may have made off with Social Security numbers, credit card information and check images, Hilary Crnkovich, Notre Dame's vice president of public affairs, told CNET News.com. She declined to disclose how many donors may be at risk.
'The (computer) server that was potentially affected was taken offline immediately,' Crnkovich said. 'The university continues to explore safeguards and precautions to ensure something like this doesn't happen in the future.'"
The hackers may have made off with Social Security numbers, credit card information and check images, Hilary Crnkovich, Notre Dame's vice president of public affairs, told CNET News.com. She declined to disclose how many donors may be at risk.
'The (computer) server that was potentially affected was taken offline immediately,' Crnkovich said. 'The university continues to explore safeguards and precautions to ensure something like this doesn't happen in the future.'"
Xinhua - English-Joint efforts help arouse charity awareness
Xinhua - English: "Joint efforts help arouse charity awareness
www.chinaview.cn 2006-01-25 08:39:11
BEIJING, Jan. 25 -- About a year ago, when Zhang Yanli, president of the Beijing Charity Association (BCA), saw the 2004 financial report of her organization, she felt anxiety.
Donations the BCA received amounted to about 23 million yuan (US$2.9 million). Although there was a growth from prior years, a comparison with some big city associations - such as the Shanghai Charity Foundation (SCF), which received 240 million yuan (US$30 billion) in 2004 - dwarfed those of the capital's major charity organization."
www.chinaview.cn 2006-01-25 08:39:11
BEIJING, Jan. 25 -- About a year ago, when Zhang Yanli, president of the Beijing Charity Association (BCA), saw the 2004 financial report of her organization, she felt anxiety.
Donations the BCA received amounted to about 23 million yuan (US$2.9 million). Although there was a growth from prior years, a comparison with some big city associations - such as the Shanghai Charity Foundation (SCF), which received 240 million yuan (US$30 billion) in 2004 - dwarfed those of the capital's major charity organization."
Beacon Journal | 01/25/2006 | Nonprofits hear advice on coping
Beacon Journal | 01/25/2006 | Nonprofits hear advice on coping: "Nonprofits hear advice on coping
Donors tapped out, so agencies must collaborate, focus, save
By Mary Kay Quinn
Beacon Journal staff writer
Nonprofit organizations refer to ``donor fatigue'' to describe the slump in local giving that followed such disasters as 9/11, the tsunami and Hurricane Katrina.
``The implication is that donors are simply getting tired of writing checks,'' said Bob Kulinski, president of the United Way of Summit County. ``That's not the case. The donors are running out of money, if you haven't noticed.''
About 100 leaders of local nonprofit organizations met Tuesday at the Summit County American Red Cross for a ``Wake-Up Call.''"
Donors tapped out, so agencies must collaborate, focus, save
By Mary Kay Quinn
Beacon Journal staff writer
Nonprofit organizations refer to ``donor fatigue'' to describe the slump in local giving that followed such disasters as 9/11, the tsunami and Hurricane Katrina.
``The implication is that donors are simply getting tired of writing checks,'' said Bob Kulinski, president of the United Way of Summit County. ``That's not the case. The donors are running out of money, if you haven't noticed.''
About 100 leaders of local nonprofit organizations met Tuesday at the Summit County American Red Cross for a ``Wake-Up Call.''"
Wired News: Jobs vs. Gates: Who's the Star?
Wired News: Jobs vs. Gates: Who's the Star?: "Gates is giving away his fortune with the same gusto he spent acquiring it, throwing billions of dollars at solving global health problems. He has also spoken out on major policy issues, for example, by opposing proposals to cut back the inheritance tax.
In contrast, Jobs does not appear on any charitable contribution lists of note. And Jobs has said nary a word on behalf of important social issues, reserving his talents of persuasion for selling Apple products."
In contrast, Jobs does not appear on any charitable contribution lists of note. And Jobs has said nary a word on behalf of important social issues, reserving his talents of persuasion for selling Apple products."
ContraCostaTimes.com | 01/25/2006 | Donations bring gift of a song
ContraCostaTimes.com | 01/25/2006 | Donations bring gift of a song: "Donations bring gift of a song
Visits to Goodwill truck result in unexpected musical reward
By Janice De Jesus
STAFF WRITER
MARTINEZ - If you listen closely, a sweet, moving aria can be heard near the Safeway store in the Virginia Hills shopping center.
Initially, one might think a radio was the source of the operatic sound. But people who drive up to the Goodwill truck adjacent to Safeway are in for an unexpected, but pleasant surprise.
Folks are finding that when a donation is dropped off, the gift of 'Caro Mio Bien,' an Italian aria, may be received in return."
Visits to Goodwill truck result in unexpected musical reward
By Janice De Jesus
STAFF WRITER
MARTINEZ - If you listen closely, a sweet, moving aria can be heard near the Safeway store in the Virginia Hills shopping center.
Initially, one might think a radio was the source of the operatic sound. But people who drive up to the Goodwill truck adjacent to Safeway are in for an unexpected, but pleasant surprise.
Folks are finding that when a donation is dropped off, the gift of 'Caro Mio Bien,' an Italian aria, may be received in return."
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
The Good-Cause Bonus
The Good-Cause Bonus: "The Good-Cause Bonus
Help others and your career through volunteer work.
When Kathy O'Leary left a marketing job at Oracle to launch her marketing and branding consultancy, Tesla Design, based in San Mateo, California, she had a business to grow and was looking for satisfying opportunities. She heard about Taproot Foundation, a San Francisco organization that matches business professionals with nonprofits, and 'I jumped on it,' she says. 'It was a perfect fit, because it not only helped me expand my professional network, it [also gave] me the opportunity to work on a variety of marketing projects that I typically wouldn't have the opportunity to do.'
For instance, O'Leary got to rebrand, something she never got to do at Oracle. Through her five-hour-per-week commitment at Taproot, she has rebranded nonprofits, designed brochures, and built Web sites. "
Help others and your career through volunteer work.
When Kathy O'Leary left a marketing job at Oracle to launch her marketing and branding consultancy, Tesla Design, based in San Mateo, California, she had a business to grow and was looking for satisfying opportunities. She heard about Taproot Foundation, a San Francisco organization that matches business professionals with nonprofits, and 'I jumped on it,' she says. 'It was a perfect fit, because it not only helped me expand my professional network, it [also gave] me the opportunity to work on a variety of marketing projects that I typically wouldn't have the opportunity to do.'
For instance, O'Leary got to rebrand, something she never got to do at Oracle. Through her five-hour-per-week commitment at Taproot, she has rebranded nonprofits, designed brochures, and built Web sites. "
Companies donation program focuses on 1 recipient per year - billingsgazette.com
Companies donation program focuses on 1 recipient per year - billingsgazette.com: "Companies donation program focuses on 1 recipient per year
By DAVE BURGESS
Western Business News
RBC Dain Rauscher is among the largest full-service securities firms in America. Its financial consultants work with investors and small businesses across the country, though predominantly in the West. They also invest their own time and money in the communities they live in.
Companywide, donations add up to millions. According to a company publication, in 2004 RBC Dain Rauscher gave more than $3.5 million to nonprofit organizations across the country, 70 percent of Dain Rauscher employees volunteer in their communities, and the RBC Dain Rauscher Foundation matched 1,125 employee gifts totaling nearly $425,000.
On a local level, however, charitable efforts within any company can be spotty - a little given here and a little there. But contrary to the common situation, the Billings office of RBC Dain Rauscher has developed an orderly system it calls Charity of Choice."
By DAVE BURGESS
Western Business News
RBC Dain Rauscher is among the largest full-service securities firms in America. Its financial consultants work with investors and small businesses across the country, though predominantly in the West. They also invest their own time and money in the communities they live in.
Companywide, donations add up to millions. According to a company publication, in 2004 RBC Dain Rauscher gave more than $3.5 million to nonprofit organizations across the country, 70 percent of Dain Rauscher employees volunteer in their communities, and the RBC Dain Rauscher Foundation matched 1,125 employee gifts totaling nearly $425,000.
On a local level, however, charitable efforts within any company can be spotty - a little given here and a little there. But contrary to the common situation, the Billings office of RBC Dain Rauscher has developed an orderly system it calls Charity of Choice."
Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News-"High Water Women Raises Over $750,000 in First Ever Casino Night
Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News: "High Water Women Raises Over $750,000 in First Ever Casino Night
NEW YORK, Jan 24, 2006 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- High Water Women, an organization founded in 2005 by senior female executives in the financial industry and which focuses on philanthropy and volunteerism, kicked off the New Year by raising more than $750,000 at its first ever casino night. On January 19, high rollers from hedge funds and Wall Street came together at the Roseland Ballroom for a night of fun and philanthropy to benefit four NYC-based charities that High Water Women supports: Inwood House, Iris House, Partnership with Children and Women In Need. Each one of these charities is dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged women and children in New York City."
NEW YORK, Jan 24, 2006 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- High Water Women, an organization founded in 2005 by senior female executives in the financial industry and which focuses on philanthropy and volunteerism, kicked off the New Year by raising more than $750,000 at its first ever casino night. On January 19, high rollers from hedge funds and Wall Street came together at the Roseland Ballroom for a night of fun and philanthropy to benefit four NYC-based charities that High Water Women supports: Inwood House, Iris House, Partnership with Children and Women In Need. Each one of these charities is dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged women and children in New York City."
United Press International - Health Business - State laws expand hospital charity rules
United Press International - Health Business - State laws expand hospital charity rules: "State laws expand hospital charity rules
By OLGA PIERCE
UPI Health Business Correspondent
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- State and local governments are considering laws that would force tax-exempt hospitals to earn their keep through stricter charity requirements and ensure that patients who could benefit know that help is available.
'There is a growing concern nationwide that perhaps hospitals aren't providing as much charity care as they should,' Jennifer Tolbert, policy analyst at the Kaiser Family Foundation health policy research group, told United Press International. 'Many hospitals have charity provisions on the books, but consensus is patients may not be being informed.'
New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn announced Sunday that her first legislative proposal will be a law requiring hospitals to tell low-income and uninsured patients about charity funding available for non-emergency care."
By OLGA PIERCE
UPI Health Business Correspondent
WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- State and local governments are considering laws that would force tax-exempt hospitals to earn their keep through stricter charity requirements and ensure that patients who could benefit know that help is available.
'There is a growing concern nationwide that perhaps hospitals aren't providing as much charity care as they should,' Jennifer Tolbert, policy analyst at the Kaiser Family Foundation health policy research group, told United Press International. 'Many hospitals have charity provisions on the books, but consensus is patients may not be being informed.'
New York City Council Speaker Christine Quinn announced Sunday that her first legislative proposal will be a law requiring hospitals to tell low-income and uninsured patients about charity funding available for non-emergency care."
Sweet charity - Money - Business - Home - smh.com.au
Sweet charity - Money - Business - Home - smh.com.au:
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"A report released by the Prime Minister's Community Business Partnership committee recently estimated that Australian individuals and businesses gave $11billion to charity in 2004. Yet the amount we give as a proportion of GDP is just 0.5 per cent, well behind the US at 2.1 per cent and trailing Britain at 0.77 per cent."
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"A report released by the Prime Minister's Community Business Partnership committee recently estimated that Australian individuals and businesses gave $11billion to charity in 2004. Yet the amount we give as a proportion of GDP is just 0.5 per cent, well behind the US at 2.1 per cent and trailing Britain at 0.77 per cent."
Europe Trains Watchful Eye on Putin's NGO Plans | Europe | Deutsche Welle | 23.01.2006
Europe Trains Watchful Eye on Putin's NGO Plans | Europe | Deutsche Welle | 23.01.2006: "Moscow’s plans to restrict NGOs are being called harmful to democracy, even though a report that Russia had banned a German aid agency turned out to be false.
Since Vladimir Putin adopted a controversial law giving his government more control over non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in the country, complaints that the Russian president is throttling his country’s fledgling democracy have become louder."
Since Vladimir Putin adopted a controversial law giving his government more control over non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in the country, complaints that the Russian president is throttling his country’s fledgling democracy have become louder."
Whale Rescuers Put Watering Can on eBay
Whale Rescuers Put Watering Can on eBay: "Whale Rescuers Put Watering Can on eBay
By JENNIFER QUINN
The Associated Press
Monday, January 23, 2006; 3:01 PM
LONDON -- The whale's would-be rescuers call it a 'symbol of hope,' but really it's a small, bright red plastic watering can of the sort usually favored by gardeners.
On Monday, the can _ which was used to moisten the skin of a northern bottlenose whale that became stranded in the River Thames and then died _ was put up for auction on eBay. All the profits go to the British Divers Marine Life Rescue, the all-volunteer charity organization that attempted the rescue.
Bids began at $9 but by the end of the day had surpassed $10,000. The auction will last 10 days, ending Feb. 1."
By JENNIFER QUINN
The Associated Press
Monday, January 23, 2006; 3:01 PM
LONDON -- The whale's would-be rescuers call it a 'symbol of hope,' but really it's a small, bright red plastic watering can of the sort usually favored by gardeners.
On Monday, the can _ which was used to moisten the skin of a northern bottlenose whale that became stranded in the River Thames and then died _ was put up for auction on eBay. All the profits go to the British Divers Marine Life Rescue, the all-volunteer charity organization that attempted the rescue.
Bids began at $9 but by the end of the day had surpassed $10,000. The auction will last 10 days, ending Feb. 1."
The Columbus Dispatch - Local/State-Hilliard sets rules for poker ‘benefits’
The Columbus Dispatch - Local/State: "Hilliard sets rules for poker ‘benefits’
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Dean Narciso
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
The lure of riches with minimal effort is appealing to charities.
But the result often fattens the wallet of the organizer of the poker tournament far greater than it does the charity whose name is given as the beneficiary of the proceeds.
Legislation was introduced at Hilliard City Council last night to resolve this problem by forcing out the third-party operator."
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Dean Narciso
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
The lure of riches with minimal effort is appealing to charities.
But the result often fattens the wallet of the organizer of the poker tournament far greater than it does the charity whose name is given as the beneficiary of the proceeds.
Legislation was introduced at Hilliard City Council last night to resolve this problem by forcing out the third-party operator."
Family supports East-West causes - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper
Family supports East-West causes - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper: "Tucked away in an unadorned office down a long hallway at the East-West Center, a reclusive couple is making decisions worth millions of dollars to Hawai'i, the Pacific and Asia.
As the son of one of the founders of AIG — the world's largest international insurance company, with origins in China — Houghton 'Buck' Freeman and his wife, Doreen, and son, Graeme, manage a philanthropic trust worth $2 billion. For the past 12 years they've had the great pleasure of sprinkling $70 million annually across the United States and around the world, focusing on projects that enhance understanding between East and West."
As the son of one of the founders of AIG — the world's largest international insurance company, with origins in China — Houghton 'Buck' Freeman and his wife, Doreen, and son, Graeme, manage a philanthropic trust worth $2 billion. For the past 12 years they've had the great pleasure of sprinkling $70 million annually across the United States and around the world, focusing on projects that enhance understanding between East and West."
Wetaskiwin Times Advertiser, Wetaskiwin, AB
Wetaskiwin Times Advertiser, Wetaskiwin, AB:
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"So what comes next? As chair of the membership committee for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, McDonald will focus on that, as well as many volunteer causes.
“I worked for Happy Days, Gingerbread and Glitter and helped other charities put together their funding plans.”
But first, he added, “I’m going to shut off the alarm tomorrow morning.”"
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"So what comes next? As chair of the membership committee for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, McDonald will focus on that, as well as many volunteer causes.
“I worked for Happy Days, Gingerbread and Glitter and helped other charities put together their funding plans.”
But first, he added, “I’m going to shut off the alarm tomorrow morning.”"
PJStar.com - Journal Star News=Hospital charity-care bill unveiled
PJStar.com - Journal Star News: "Hospital charity-care bill unveiled
Not-for-profits would have to funnel operating costs
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
By Mary Massingale
of Copley News Service
SPRINGFIELD - Attorney General Lisa Madigan on Monday unveiled an initiative to require not-for-profit hospitals to funnel 8 percent of their annual operating costs to fund charity care for poor or uninsured patients."
Not-for-profits would have to funnel operating costs
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
By Mary Massingale
of Copley News Service
SPRINGFIELD - Attorney General Lisa Madigan on Monday unveiled an initiative to require not-for-profit hospitals to funnel 8 percent of their annual operating costs to fund charity care for poor or uninsured patients."
Philanthropy meeting set - PittsburghLIVE.com
Philanthropy meeting set - PittsburghLIVE.com: "Philanthropy meeting set
By Bill Zlatos
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Pittsburgh will showcase itself this spring to officials from about 2,000 foundations worth nearly $300 billion.
But the value of having the 57th annual conference of the Council on Foundations here isn't just in letting local nonprofits strut their stuff, but in giving the city a chance to change its smoky image, Pittsburgh philanthropists say.
'There's a potential payoff in terms of some foundations seeing connection points in Pittsburgh for their programs,' said Maxwell King, president of The Heinz Endowments and vice chairman of the council's board."
By Bill Zlatos
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Pittsburgh will showcase itself this spring to officials from about 2,000 foundations worth nearly $300 billion.
But the value of having the 57th annual conference of the Council on Foundations here isn't just in letting local nonprofits strut their stuff, but in giving the city a chance to change its smoky image, Pittsburgh philanthropists say.
'There's a potential payoff in terms of some foundations seeing connection points in Pittsburgh for their programs,' said Maxwell King, president of The Heinz Endowments and vice chairman of the council's board."
The Stanford Daily Online Edition-Stanford competes with overseas campuses for funds
The Stanford Daily Online Edition: "Despite a marked increase in private donations to overseas universities, Stanford still benefited from a record $603.9 million in gifts last year.
That figure, representing the fiscal year ending Aug. 31, 2005, constituted a rise of approximately 15 percent, or nearly $80 million over the previous year’s total."
That figure, representing the fiscal year ending Aug. 31, 2005, constituted a rise of approximately 15 percent, or nearly $80 million over the previous year’s total."
kgw.com | Fundraisers offer (your name here) to encourage donors
kgw.com | News for Oregon and SW Washington | AP Wire: "Fundraisers offer (your name here) to encourage donors
01/24/2006
Associated Press
Wealthy donors who give millions to hospitals in the metro area can expect to be remembered for their gifts with a building bearing their names.
A $15 million gift last year from Ed and Mary Firstenburg led Southwest Washington Medical Center to name its new building the Firstenburg Patient Tower.
For a $20 million donation, Providence Portland will name its new cancer-care building in someone's honor.
And the name on the Biomedical Research Building at Oregon Health & Science University can be ensured for $35 million.
Even donors on smaller budgets can name new floors, labs, chapels, chairs or decorative tiles in these buildings for gifts from $10 million to as little as $125."
01/24/2006
Associated Press
Wealthy donors who give millions to hospitals in the metro area can expect to be remembered for their gifts with a building bearing their names.
A $15 million gift last year from Ed and Mary Firstenburg led Southwest Washington Medical Center to name its new building the Firstenburg Patient Tower.
For a $20 million donation, Providence Portland will name its new cancer-care building in someone's honor.
And the name on the Biomedical Research Building at Oregon Health & Science University can be ensured for $35 million.
Even donors on smaller budgets can name new floors, labs, chapels, chairs or decorative tiles in these buildings for gifts from $10 million to as little as $125."
Burlington Free Press.com | Opinion-Generous donors beat record for giving
Burlington Free Press.com | Opinion: "Opinion
Opinion Archives:
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Generous donors beat record for giving
Published: Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Vermonters dug deep in 2005 to make the Giving Season a record-breaking success. The Free Press' annual holiday season fund-raising campaign raised $70,233 this time around. That's a lot of giving.
Compare that to the first Giving Season campaign in 1994, with just over $5,000 raised. Year after year, as readers have become more aware of the campaign and how it benefits the community, they have made their Giving Season donations part of their annual gift-giving. This is greatly appreciated and will help three nonprofit agencies in their mission to provide shelter, food and warmth. "
Opinion Archives:
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Generous donors beat record for giving
Published: Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Vermonters dug deep in 2005 to make the Giving Season a record-breaking success. The Free Press' annual holiday season fund-raising campaign raised $70,233 this time around. That's a lot of giving.
Compare that to the first Giving Season campaign in 1994, with just over $5,000 raised. Year after year, as readers have become more aware of the campaign and how it benefits the community, they have made their Giving Season donations part of their annual gift-giving. This is greatly appreciated and will help three nonprofit agencies in their mission to provide shelter, food and warmth. "
Channelnewsasia.com-NKF cuts dialysis fees, new admission rules to stretch donations
Channelnewsasia.com: "
Posted: 24 January 2006 2012 hrs
NKF cuts dialysis fees, new admission rules to stretch donations
By Julia Ng, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : Starting next month, the National Kidney Foundation will reduce its dialysis fees by another 7.4 percent.
But to stretch public donation dollars, it has tightened admission rules to take in only truly needy new patients.
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Posted: 24 January 2006 2012 hrs
NKF cuts dialysis fees, new admission rules to stretch donations
By Julia Ng, Channel NewsAsia
SINGAPORE : Starting next month, the National Kidney Foundation will reduce its dialysis fees by another 7.4 percent.
But to stretch public donation dollars, it has tightened admission rules to take in only truly needy new patients.
"
Monday, January 23, 2006
It's an honor, but it's pricey
It's an honor, but it's pricey:
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"'I think it's a great opportunity to broaden children's awareness of the world outside Cincinnati,' she said.
'But I'm not a wealthy parent... While I want to provide these opportunities for my boys, I need some guidance of where to go' to raise money.
She's not alone.
Nationwide 35,000 middle school, high school and college students participate annually.
Nearly half can't just write a check and go, said Paul Chapin, People to People's senior program director. 'About 40 to 50 percent of our students do some kind of fund raising,' he said. 'A lot of parents like to see their students buy into it, make an effort.'"
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"'I think it's a great opportunity to broaden children's awareness of the world outside Cincinnati,' she said.
'But I'm not a wealthy parent... While I want to provide these opportunities for my boys, I need some guidance of where to go' to raise money.
She's not alone.
Nationwide 35,000 middle school, high school and college students participate annually.
Nearly half can't just write a check and go, said Paul Chapin, People to People's senior program director. 'About 40 to 50 percent of our students do some kind of fund raising,' he said. 'A lot of parents like to see their students buy into it, make an effort.'"
Inside Higher Ed :: The Rich Get Richer
Inside Higher Ed :: The Rich Get Richer: "The Rich Get Richer
The 2005 fiscal year was generally good to college endowments, which saw an average rate of return of 9.3 percent, according to data being released today by the National Association of College and University Business Officers.
While the average rate of return was less than the previous year’s average (15.1 percent), the 2005 average return exceeded investment industry benchmarks. And NACUBO’s report about the data described the figure as “optimal” in that it would allow the vast majority of colleges to support their operations while accounting for inflation and investment fees. The overwhelming majority of colleges saw increases in 2005, with only scattered exceptions — notably among private colleges in Georgia, where Coca-Cola has historically fueled endowments and the declines in the company’s stock have hit some institutions hard."
The 2005 fiscal year was generally good to college endowments, which saw an average rate of return of 9.3 percent, according to data being released today by the National Association of College and University Business Officers.
While the average rate of return was less than the previous year’s average (15.1 percent), the 2005 average return exceeded investment industry benchmarks. And NACUBO’s report about the data described the figure as “optimal” in that it would allow the vast majority of colleges to support their operations while accounting for inflation and investment fees. The overwhelming majority of colleges saw increases in 2005, with only scattered exceptions — notably among private colleges in Georgia, where Coca-Cola has historically fueled endowments and the declines in the company’s stock have hit some institutions hard."
TV Barn-"PBS picks a new boss
TV Barn: "PBS picks a new boss
And she's a woman. Who knows how to raise money.
PBS NAMES PAULA KERGER NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO
Public Television Leader Becomes Sixth PBS President
ALEXANDRIA, VA, January 23, 2006 – Paula A. Kerger, a top executive at New York’s Educational Broadcasting Corporation, licensee of Thirteen/WNET and WLIW New York – two of the nation’s largest public television stations – will become the Public Broadcasting Service’s sixth president and chief executive officer on March 13, the PBS Board of Directors announced today. Ms. Kerger will direct the operations of the nation’s largest public broadcasting service, comprised of 348 member stations that reach more than 99 percent of U.S. television households. She will succeed Pat Mitchell, who announced her plan to step down as PBS’ president and CEO in February 2005. “I am honored and thrilled to become the next president and CEO of PBS,” Ms. Kerger said. “I firmly believe that public television’s greatest days lie ahead, and I am truly excited to be working with this wonderful organization and all the public television stations across America to realize the full promise of this medium. Now more than ever, Americans need a strong public television system. I am committed to doing all I can to ensure that they have it.”"
And she's a woman. Who knows how to raise money.
PBS NAMES PAULA KERGER NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO
Public Television Leader Becomes Sixth PBS President
ALEXANDRIA, VA, January 23, 2006 – Paula A. Kerger, a top executive at New York’s Educational Broadcasting Corporation, licensee of Thirteen/WNET and WLIW New York – two of the nation’s largest public television stations – will become the Public Broadcasting Service’s sixth president and chief executive officer on March 13, the PBS Board of Directors announced today. Ms. Kerger will direct the operations of the nation’s largest public broadcasting service, comprised of 348 member stations that reach more than 99 percent of U.S. television households. She will succeed Pat Mitchell, who announced her plan to step down as PBS’ president and CEO in February 2005. “I am honored and thrilled to become the next president and CEO of PBS,” Ms. Kerger said. “I firmly believe that public television’s greatest days lie ahead, and I am truly excited to be working with this wonderful organization and all the public television stations across America to realize the full promise of this medium. Now more than ever, Americans need a strong public television system. I am committed to doing all I can to ensure that they have it.”"
PND News - U.S. Educational Endowments Grew in 2005, Study Finds
PND News - U.S. Educational Endowments Grew in 2005, Study Finds: "U.S. Educational Endowments Grew in 2005, Study Finds
U.S. educational endowments in 2005 registered returns that compared favorably to returns over the past five years, a new study from the Wilton, Connecticut-based Commonfund Institute finds.
The fifth annual Commonfund Benchmarks Study found that educational endowments and foundations supporting education reported average annual total returns of 9.7 percent in 2005. That compares with reported average annual total returns of 14.7 percent for fiscal year 2004, 3.1 percent for 2003, -6 percent in 2002, -3 percent in 2001, and 13.2 percent in 2000. Moreover, benchmark leaders in the top decile and top quartile reported returns in excess of 13.7 percent and 11.2 percent, respectively. Among public and private institutions, average returns were 10.4 percent and 10 percent, respectively. Respondent institutions reported average three- and five-year returns of 9.6 percent and 3.5 percent, respectively, with larger institutions (assets of more than $1 billion) reporting significantly higher three- and five-year returns (11.6 percent and 5.1 percent) than institutions with less than $10 million in assets (9.5 percent and 3.3 percent)."
U.S. educational endowments in 2005 registered returns that compared favorably to returns over the past five years, a new study from the Wilton, Connecticut-based Commonfund Institute finds.
The fifth annual Commonfund Benchmarks Study found that educational endowments and foundations supporting education reported average annual total returns of 9.7 percent in 2005. That compares with reported average annual total returns of 14.7 percent for fiscal year 2004, 3.1 percent for 2003, -6 percent in 2002, -3 percent in 2001, and 13.2 percent in 2000. Moreover, benchmark leaders in the top decile and top quartile reported returns in excess of 13.7 percent and 11.2 percent, respectively. Among public and private institutions, average returns were 10.4 percent and 10 percent, respectively. Respondent institutions reported average three- and five-year returns of 9.6 percent and 3.5 percent, respectively, with larger institutions (assets of more than $1 billion) reporting significantly higher three- and five-year returns (11.6 percent and 5.1 percent) than institutions with less than $10 million in assets (9.5 percent and 3.3 percent)."
Fall 2005 Enhancements to the Directorate's Web site
Fall 2005 Enhancements to the Directorate's Web site: "Fall 2005 Enhancements to the Directorate's Web site
As of December 2005, the Charities Directorate has completed the first part of a two-phase project to enhance its Web site: a series of improvements to the online listings of charities. Internet visitors will now notice several changes to the Directorate's Web site.
The site now displays the following four listings:
Canadian registered charities
* http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/canreg_interim-e.html
Newly registered charities
* http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/newreg_interim-e.html
Recently revoked charities
* http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/newrev_interim-e.html
Recent annulments
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/annulments-e.html"
As of December 2005, the Charities Directorate has completed the first part of a two-phase project to enhance its Web site: a series of improvements to the online listings of charities. Internet visitors will now notice several changes to the Directorate's Web site.
The site now displays the following four listings:
Canadian registered charities
* http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/canreg_interim-e.html
Newly registered charities
* http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/newreg_interim-e.html
Recently revoked charities
* http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/newrev_interim-e.html
Recent annulments
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/charities/online_listings/annulments-e.html"
Marion Chronicle Tribune - www.chronicle-tribune.com -
Marion Chronicle Tribune - www.chronicle-tribune.com -: "Taylor U. reels in $4.5 million Lilly grant
School reaches fundraising goal a year before deadline
BY KATIE ALBRIGHT
kalbright@marion.gannett.com
UPLAND - Taylor University will receive $4.5 million from the Lilly Endowment after the school met a three-year fundraising goal a year early, university officials said Friday.
The gift will be used for scholarships, capital improvements and special projects on the Taylor campus."
School reaches fundraising goal a year before deadline
BY KATIE ALBRIGHT
kalbright@marion.gannett.com
UPLAND - Taylor University will receive $4.5 million from the Lilly Endowment after the school met a three-year fundraising goal a year early, university officials said Friday.
The gift will be used for scholarships, capital improvements and special projects on the Taylor campus."
Bloomberg.com: U.S.-Princeton Alumnus Peter Lewis Pledges $101 Million to School
Bloomberg.com: U.S.: "Princeton Alumnus Peter Lewis Pledges $101 Million to School
Jan. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Princeton University alumnus Peter Lewis, chairman of auto insurer Progressive Corp., pledged $101 million to the school, its largest single gift. The money will be used to expand the creative and performing-arts programs.
The donation by Lewis, 72, tops the $100 million pledge in 1996 by Gordon Wu and builds on 23 years of giving by Lewis to the university, according to Cass Cliatt, a Princeton spokeswoman. Lewis has pledged a total of $233 million to the school, putting him among Princeton's largest benefactors along with Moses Taylor Pyne, class of 1877, and Charles Robertson, class of 1926."
Jan. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Princeton University alumnus Peter Lewis, chairman of auto insurer Progressive Corp., pledged $101 million to the school, its largest single gift. The money will be used to expand the creative and performing-arts programs.
The donation by Lewis, 72, tops the $100 million pledge in 1996 by Gordon Wu and builds on 23 years of giving by Lewis to the university, according to Cass Cliatt, a Princeton spokeswoman. Lewis has pledged a total of $233 million to the school, putting him among Princeton's largest benefactors along with Moses Taylor Pyne, class of 1877, and Charles Robertson, class of 1926."
Bloomberg.com: U.S.-Princeton Alumnus Peter Lewis Pledges $101 Million to School
Bloomberg.com: U.S.: "Princeton Alumnus Peter Lewis Pledges $101 Million to School
Jan. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Princeton University alumnus Peter Lewis, chairman of auto insurer Progressive Corp., pledged $101 million to the school, its largest single gift. The money will be used to expand the creative and performing-arts programs.
The donation by Lewis, 72, tops the $100 million pledge in 1996 by Gordon Wu and builds on 23 years of giving by Lewis to the university, according to Cass Cliatt, a Princeton spokeswoman. Lewis has pledged a total of $233 million to the school, putting him among Princeton's largest benefactors along with Moses Taylor Pyne, class of 1877, and Charles Robertson, class of 1926."
Jan. 21 (Bloomberg) -- Princeton University alumnus Peter Lewis, chairman of auto insurer Progressive Corp., pledged $101 million to the school, its largest single gift. The money will be used to expand the creative and performing-arts programs.
The donation by Lewis, 72, tops the $100 million pledge in 1996 by Gordon Wu and builds on 23 years of giving by Lewis to the university, according to Cass Cliatt, a Princeton spokeswoman. Lewis has pledged a total of $233 million to the school, putting him among Princeton's largest benefactors along with Moses Taylor Pyne, class of 1877, and Charles Robertson, class of 1926."
The caste dynamics of Asian charity .:. NewKerala - India's Top Online Newspaper
The caste dynamics of Asian charity .:. NewKerala - India's Top Online Newspaper: "The caste dynamics of Asian charity
By Prasun Sonwalkar, London: When people from the Indian subcontinent migrate, they carry their caste, language and regional affiliations. Thus there are a large number of groups based on these lines, each seeking to maintain its identity in a foreign country.
Many of them are active in charity and donate funds for activities in Britain and the Indian subcontinent. Such groups spring into action during major events such as the earthquakes in Gujarat and Pakistani Kashmir."
By Prasun Sonwalkar, London: When people from the Indian subcontinent migrate, they carry their caste, language and regional affiliations. Thus there are a large number of groups based on these lines, each seeking to maintain its identity in a foreign country.
Many of them are active in charity and donate funds for activities in Britain and the Indian subcontinent. Such groups spring into action during major events such as the earthquakes in Gujarat and Pakistani Kashmir."
APP.COM v4.0 - Local cops don't call for money | Asbury Park Press Online
APP.COM v4.0 - Local cops don't call for money | Asbury Park Press Online: "Fund-raising standards
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The Association of Fundraising Professionals, a national organization that sets the standards for professionalism in fund raising, operates under strict ethical guidelines.
The association does not allow members to solicit for nonprofit charities based on a commission, said Leslie Loysen, president of the New Jersey chapter.
Solicitors who are members of the Association of Fundraising Professionals are paid a flat fee for collecting for the charities, Loysen said.
The Italian American Police Society of Lyndhurst and the state FOP Lodge are not association members, Loysen said."
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The Association of Fundraising Professionals, a national organization that sets the standards for professionalism in fund raising, operates under strict ethical guidelines.
The association does not allow members to solicit for nonprofit charities based on a commission, said Leslie Loysen, president of the New Jersey chapter.
Solicitors who are members of the Association of Fundraising Professionals are paid a flat fee for collecting for the charities, Loysen said.
The Italian American Police Society of Lyndhurst and the state FOP Lodge are not association members, Loysen said."
Beware of new rules for donating your car -- Newsday.com
Beware of new rules for donating your car -- Newsday.com:
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"Michael Nilsen, spokesman for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, said that though his group has not done a study, some of the 27,000 members who raise money for nonprofits in North America have told him of significant declines in car donation revenues. 'This doesn't affect a ton of organizations,' Nilsen said, 'but for those that depend on car donations, this clearly has had an effect.'
Rusty Burwell, an assistant vice president of the Manhattan-based American Lung Association, estimated that the number of cars donated nationwide to his organization fell by 25 percent to 30 percent in 2005 compared to 2004, but he did not know if revenues in that category also had dropped. Melissa Sloma, who oversees car donations for the group in New York and about 20 other states, said such gifts decreased by about 50 percent on Long Island and in New York City, even as revenues derived from their sale increased modestly in both areas. One reason: Cars accepted had to be better quality, she said, as a result of annual changes in the group's criteria."
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"Michael Nilsen, spokesman for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, said that though his group has not done a study, some of the 27,000 members who raise money for nonprofits in North America have told him of significant declines in car donation revenues. 'This doesn't affect a ton of organizations,' Nilsen said, 'but for those that depend on car donations, this clearly has had an effect.'
Rusty Burwell, an assistant vice president of the Manhattan-based American Lung Association, estimated that the number of cars donated nationwide to his organization fell by 25 percent to 30 percent in 2005 compared to 2004, but he did not know if revenues in that category also had dropped. Melissa Sloma, who oversees car donations for the group in New York and about 20 other states, said such gifts decreased by about 50 percent on Long Island and in New York City, even as revenues derived from their sale increased modestly in both areas. One reason: Cars accepted had to be better quality, she said, as a result of annual changes in the group's criteria."
TODAYonline
TODAYonline: "They're one class act
NUS alumni put together fund to help students, aid Pakistani quake victims
Lee U-Wen
u-wen@newstoday.com.sg
THEY may have graduated from the university about 34 years ago, but that has not stopped one group of 50-somethings from wanting to give back to their alma mater.
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The National University of Singapore's (NUS) class of 1972 has put together a bursary fund to benefit deserving undergraduates across all disciplines.
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The fund is currently worth $804,000 — and it is still growing.
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Six months ago, 35 NUS freshmen became the first to benefit from this.
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NUS alumni put together fund to help students, aid Pakistani quake victims
Lee U-Wen
u-wen@newstoday.com.sg
THEY may have graduated from the university about 34 years ago, but that has not stopped one group of 50-somethings from wanting to give back to their alma mater.
.
The National University of Singapore's (NUS) class of 1972 has put together a bursary fund to benefit deserving undergraduates across all disciplines.
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The fund is currently worth $804,000 — and it is still growing.
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Six months ago, 35 NUS freshmen became the first to benefit from this.
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News from The Roanoke Times -Charity collects deer to feed hungry
News from The Roanoke Times -Charity collects deer to feed hungry: "Charity collects deer to feed hungry
Bedford County's Hunters for the Hungry distributed about 333,000 pounds of venison to food banks in 2004.
By Jay Conley
981-3114
Deer culling programs aimed at reducing the deer population in Roanoke, Salem, Bedford and Blacksburg do more than curtail deer-car collisions and reduce shrubbery casualties.
Deer collected through the programs are taken to local meat processors, and the meat, or venison, is donated to Hunters for the Hungry."
Bedford County's Hunters for the Hungry distributed about 333,000 pounds of venison to food banks in 2004.
By Jay Conley
981-3114
Deer culling programs aimed at reducing the deer population in Roanoke, Salem, Bedford and Blacksburg do more than curtail deer-car collisions and reduce shrubbery casualties.
Deer collected through the programs are taken to local meat processors, and the meat, or venison, is donated to Hunters for the Hungry."
AP Wire | 01/22/2006 | Jack and Marie Lord leave $40 million to charity
AP Wire | 01/22/2006 | Jack and Marie Lord leave $40 million to charity: "Jack and Marie Lord leave $40 million to charity
Associated Press
HONOLULU - The late star of 'Hawaii Five-O,' Jack Lord, and his recently deceased wife have left $40 million to a dozen Hawaii charities.
Jack Lord died in 1998 and his wife, Marie, died in October.
The couple selected 12 beneficiaries for their donation, including Hospice Hawaii and the Salvation Army's Hawaii division.
Sean Wofford, the director of the Hawaii Lions Eye Foundation, said the $100,000 his group is due to receive annually would keep them afloat."
Associated Press
HONOLULU - The late star of 'Hawaii Five-O,' Jack Lord, and his recently deceased wife have left $40 million to a dozen Hawaii charities.
Jack Lord died in 1998 and his wife, Marie, died in October.
The couple selected 12 beneficiaries for their donation, including Hospice Hawaii and the Salvation Army's Hawaii division.
Sean Wofford, the director of the Hawaii Lions Eye Foundation, said the $100,000 his group is due to receive annually would keep them afloat."
Community Newswire-CHARITY TARGETS NEW BREED OF VOLUNTEER
Community Newswire: "CHARITY TARGETS NEW BREED OF VOLUNTEER
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
VOLUNTEER Banks Gloucestershir, Today, 10:17am
A leading volunteering charity was today calling on people across the country to get in touch after a new report revealed a new breed of volunteer is now emerging.
In the wake of a speech by the UK Minister for Volunteering, Paul Goggins, which revealed volunteers are now looking for placements that can also help them develop, the Time Banks UK charity has urged anybody who is considering giving their time to contact them."
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
VOLUNTEER Banks Gloucestershir, Today, 10:17am
A leading volunteering charity was today calling on people across the country to get in touch after a new report revealed a new breed of volunteer is now emerging.
In the wake of a speech by the UK Minister for Volunteering, Paul Goggins, which revealed volunteers are now looking for placements that can also help them develop, the Time Banks UK charity has urged anybody who is considering giving their time to contact them."
Winston-Salem Journal | Unhappy Meals? Deals can still be made over hamburgers
Winston-Salem Journal | Unhappy Meals? Deals can still be made over hamburgers: "Unhappy Meals? Deals can still be made over hamburgers
By John Hall
MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE
John Hall
WASHINGTON - It had been so peaceful with Congress out of town. Members could concentrate on charitable giving of their ill-gotten gains from the Abramoff scandal without any interruption.
Now the Senate has come back, and the trumpets are sounding for redemption in a blare of anti-lobbying and anti-corruption legislation. The House will soon follow, and the president will address them both with his State of the Union message.
This city is rocking like a temple of salvation."
By John Hall
MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE
John Hall
WASHINGTON - It had been so peaceful with Congress out of town. Members could concentrate on charitable giving of their ill-gotten gains from the Abramoff scandal without any interruption.
Now the Senate has come back, and the trumpets are sounding for redemption in a blare of anti-lobbying and anti-corruption legislation. The House will soon follow, and the president will address them both with his State of the Union message.
This city is rocking like a temple of salvation."
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