Donors give all-time record to colleges: "Donors give all-time record to colleges
By JUSTIN POPE
AP EDUCATION WRITER
Donors gave an all-time record of at least $25.6 billion to American colleges and universities in 2005, an increase of 4.9 percent over the year before, thanks largely to greater generosity from alumni and foundations.
Stanford raised $603.6 million, more than any other university last year, and the second-highest total ever behind Harvard's $683 million in 2001, according to the annual survey released Thursday by the Council for Aid to Education."
Friday, February 17, 2006
Southern Voice Online-"Gay, HIV groups disclose leaders’ salaries
Southern Voice Online: "Gay, HIV groups disclose leaders’ salaries
One-third of those surveyed cite recent change in top job
By ANDREW KEEGAN and BO SHELL
Friday, February 17, 2006
There is no end-of-the-year bonus, no cozy office in a high-rise, and rarely a 40-hour workweek. Quite often, they become the voice and face of their organizations — seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day.
Welcome to the multi-tasking world of local nonprofit executive directors. And unlike their counterparts in the private sector, nonprofit organizations face continual scrutiny from donors, the public and the media."
One-third of those surveyed cite recent change in top job
By ANDREW KEEGAN and BO SHELL
Friday, February 17, 2006
There is no end-of-the-year bonus, no cozy office in a high-rise, and rarely a 40-hour workweek. Quite often, they become the voice and face of their organizations — seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day.
Welcome to the multi-tasking world of local nonprofit executive directors. And unlike their counterparts in the private sector, nonprofit organizations face continual scrutiny from donors, the public and the media."
Thursday, February 16, 2006
Annual Report Released on Grantmaker Salaries :: PNNOnline ::
Annual Report Released on Grantmaker Salaries :: PNNOnline ::: "Salaries in 2005 for foundation employees stayed just ahead of inflation, according to the 2005 Grantmakers Salary and Benefits Report published by the Council on Foundations. Grantmaker CEO inflation-adjusted salaries increased an average of 2.69 percent per year at private foundations and 2.88 percent per year at community foundations from 2001 through 2005."
Hamilton Spectator - News (Canada)-$6,104,164 leaves United Way just 'thrilled'
Hamilton Spectator - News: "$6,104,164 leaves United Way just 'thrilled'
The Hamilton Spectator
(Feb 16, 2006)
The United Way has surpassed its 2005 fundraising target by more than $200,000.
The United Way of Burlington and Greater Hamilton announced yesterday it has raised $6,104,164.
The target was $5.9 million and until the start of February, the United Way was $60,000 short of the combined goal.
This is only the third time since 1997 that the United Way has been able to meet its target.
The United Way also raised an additional $100,000 for other United Ways and charities across Canada, including ones in Milton, Oakville and Halton."
The Hamilton Spectator
(Feb 16, 2006)
The United Way has surpassed its 2005 fundraising target by more than $200,000.
The United Way of Burlington and Greater Hamilton announced yesterday it has raised $6,104,164.
The target was $5.9 million and until the start of February, the United Way was $60,000 short of the combined goal.
This is only the third time since 1997 that the United Way has been able to meet its target.
The United Way also raised an additional $100,000 for other United Ways and charities across Canada, including ones in Milton, Oakville and Halton."
Rocky Mountain News: Other Business Nonprofits compete in a crowded arena
Rocky Mountain News: Other Business: "Nonprofits compete in a crowded arena
Denver ranks ninth in groups per capita among biggest cities
By Joanne Kelley, Rocky Mountain News
February 16, 2006
Denver native Benjamin Kapnik had such a passion for making a difference in the world he dropped out of one of the nation's top colleges to start a nonprofit.
The former Williams College student and his friend, Bryce Inman, had a theory that people focus too much on what's 'easy and likely' instead of thinking about what might be possible. They eventually launched Celebrate Possibility, a program that teaches area high school students to express new ideas through a"
Denver ranks ninth in groups per capita among biggest cities
By Joanne Kelley, Rocky Mountain News
February 16, 2006
Denver native Benjamin Kapnik had such a passion for making a difference in the world he dropped out of one of the nation's top colleges to start a nonprofit.
The former Williams College student and his friend, Bryce Inman, had a theory that people focus too much on what's 'easy and likely' instead of thinking about what might be possible. They eventually launched Celebrate Possibility, a program that teaches area high school students to express new ideas through a"
Foundation funded by blacks is poised to make a difference
Foundation funded by blacks is poised to make a difference: "Foundation funded by blacks is poised to make a difference
Thursday, February 16, 2006
By Ervin Dyer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
A year ago, the Poise Foundation, the first community charity in the state begun and administered by black Americans, helped 28 youths to pay for Princeton Review SAT prep classes.
The students belonged to Crossroads, a foundation that helps black Americans get into private high schools and prepare for college.
Veronica Morgan-Lee, Crossroads director, said of the 28 children who took the test in the class of 2005, all went to college and they earned a total of $1.1 million in scholarships."
Thursday, February 16, 2006
By Ervin Dyer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
A year ago, the Poise Foundation, the first community charity in the state begun and administered by black Americans, helped 28 youths to pay for Princeton Review SAT prep classes.
The students belonged to Crossroads, a foundation that helps black Americans get into private high schools and prepare for college.
Veronica Morgan-Lee, Crossroads director, said of the 28 children who took the test in the class of 2005, all went to college and they earned a total of $1.1 million in scholarships."
Autism charities merge to boost biomedical research efforts - Pharmaceutical Business Review
Autism charities merge to boost biomedical research efforts - Pharmaceutical Business Review: "Autism Speaks and the US National Alliance for Autism Research have completed a merger, bringing together two leading organizations engaged in the battle against autism. The combined organization will be known as Autism Speaks."
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Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Gap Inc. Joins Gold Medal Speedskater Joey Cheek's Pledge to Help Children in Disadvantaged Regions
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Gap Inc. Joins Gold Medal Speedskater Joey Cheek's Pledge to Help Children in Disadvantaged Regions: "SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gap Inc. today announced it will meet the challenge made by gold medal speedskater winner Joey Cheek by pledging $25,000 to Right to Play, a humanitarian organization that uses play and sport to further the development and health of children in disadvantaged regions of the world. After winning the gold medal, Mr. Cheek announced he would donate his $25,000 bonus to Right to Play. He called upon the community to match his donation and help children gain physical benefits and develop life skills and strong values through the organization. Inspired by Mr. Cheek's generosity, Gap Inc. decided to make a grant to help in this cause."
Gap Inc. Joins Gold Medal Speedskater Joey Cheek's Pledge to Help Children in Disadvantaged Regions: "SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Gap Inc. today announced it will meet the challenge made by gold medal speedskater winner Joey Cheek by pledging $25,000 to Right to Play, a humanitarian organization that uses play and sport to further the development and health of children in disadvantaged regions of the world. After winning the gold medal, Mr. Cheek announced he would donate his $25,000 bonus to Right to Play. He called upon the community to match his donation and help children gain physical benefits and develop life skills and strong values through the organization. Inspired by Mr. Cheek's generosity, Gap Inc. decided to make a grant to help in this cause."
t doesn’t take a millionaire to ‘Leave a Legacy’
Article Detail: "It doesn’t take a millionaire to ‘Leave a Legacy’ Barbara Schilling, secretary at Watkins Inc., leaves gifts
By Brian P. Heilman
Latsch,
Garvin,
Holzinger,
Schilling?
Winona has had its share of generous benefactors, including the inimitable John Latsch, whom Winona County Historical Society Executive Director Mark Peterson calls “Winona’s preeminent philanthropist.”
But how does a humble Watkins Inc. secretary find herself on this landmark list of donors? Through Leave A Legacy, says Jim Hanzel of the Winona Area Public Schools Foundation.
The late Barbara Schilling, former Watkins employee and childless widow of Winona banker Fred Schilling, received a large sum of money after the death of her blind and childless sister, said Hanzel. After a trust officer from a local financial institution introduced Schilling to the Leave A Legacy campaign, she designated almost $1 million of her estate to local nonprofit groups."
By Brian P. Heilman
Latsch,
Garvin,
Holzinger,
Schilling?
Winona has had its share of generous benefactors, including the inimitable John Latsch, whom Winona County Historical Society Executive Director Mark Peterson calls “Winona’s preeminent philanthropist.”
But how does a humble Watkins Inc. secretary find herself on this landmark list of donors? Through Leave A Legacy, says Jim Hanzel of the Winona Area Public Schools Foundation.
The late Barbara Schilling, former Watkins employee and childless widow of Winona banker Fred Schilling, received a large sum of money after the death of her blind and childless sister, said Hanzel. After a trust officer from a local financial institution introduced Schilling to the Leave A Legacy campaign, she designated almost $1 million of her estate to local nonprofit groups."
The Chronicle: 2/17/2006: When Trustees Blunder
The Chronicle: 2/17/2006: When Trustees Blunder: "s inept governance contagious? Has the germ that infected corporate America contaminated colleges and universities, too? For every Enron, Tyco, and WorldCom, we seem to have an academic equivalent.
But there is both less and more to the story.
There's less because novelty is always newsworthy. 'Board bites college' articles are still the exception, not the rule. The most egregious errors make the news, and the news frequently makes trustees look foolish. In reality nearly all board members work diligently and contribute constructively, especially at independent colleges, where partisan politics rarely affects the appointment or motivation of trustees. Those efforts, however invisible to people on the campus or to the public, are hardly insignificant. No one can make a credible case that academe has an epidemic of outright ineptitude in the boardroom.
Nor should we conflate unpardonable behavior and unlawful behavior. The conduct of some college governing boards lately has been troublesome, even disgraceful, but not criminal. Indefensible decisions and irresponsible actions are one thing; indictments and convictions are quite another."
But there is both less and more to the story.
There's less because novelty is always newsworthy. 'Board bites college' articles are still the exception, not the rule. The most egregious errors make the news, and the news frequently makes trustees look foolish. In reality nearly all board members work diligently and contribute constructively, especially at independent colleges, where partisan politics rarely affects the appointment or motivation of trustees. Those efforts, however invisible to people on the campus or to the public, are hardly insignificant. No one can make a credible case that academe has an epidemic of outright ineptitude in the boardroom.
Nor should we conflate unpardonable behavior and unlawful behavior. The conduct of some college governing boards lately has been troublesome, even disgraceful, but not criminal. Indefensible decisions and irresponsible actions are one thing; indictments and convictions are quite another."
TimesDispatch.com | She's rich in spirit
TimesDispatch.com | She's rich in spirit: "She's rich in spirit
A city woman doesn't make big bucks, but she makes charitable giving a priority
BY MARK HOLMBERG
TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF WRITER
Feb 15, 2006
When it comes to money, 25-year-old Vaunda Wilson of Richmond is far from rich.
Click to learn more...
But when it comes to giving, 'We've never seen anything like it before,' said Beverly Chambliss, who mentored Wilson last year in a program that raises money to combat blood cancers."
A city woman doesn't make big bucks, but she makes charitable giving a priority
BY MARK HOLMBERG
TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF WRITER
Feb 15, 2006
When it comes to money, 25-year-old Vaunda Wilson of Richmond is far from rich.
Click to learn more...
But when it comes to giving, 'We've never seen anything like it before,' said Beverly Chambliss, who mentored Wilson last year in a program that raises money to combat blood cancers."
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | Clarity begins at home
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | Clarity begins at home: "Clarity begins at home
Charities must raise awareness of how they are run if they want to keep earning the public's trust - which means revealing a few home truths about how money is spent, finds Tash Shifrin
Wednesday February 15, 2006
The Guardian
Can you trust someone if you really don't know much about them? Maybe it depends what you know: while politicians, journalists, estate agents and second-hand car dealers continue to be met with suspicion and cynicism from the public, the magic word 'charity' taps a deep well of public trust."
Charities must raise awareness of how they are run if they want to keep earning the public's trust - which means revealing a few home truths about how money is spent, finds Tash Shifrin
Wednesday February 15, 2006
The Guardian
Can you trust someone if you really don't know much about them? Maybe it depends what you know: while politicians, journalists, estate agents and second-hand car dealers continue to be met with suspicion and cynicism from the public, the magic word 'charity' taps a deep well of public trust."
Failing to Fund — Emergency Medical Services (EMSResponder.com)
Failing to Fund — Emergency Medical Services (EMSResponder.com): "Failing to Fund
Front-Line Leadership
By Debbie McDowell, MSA, EMT-P
American individuals, estates, foundations and corporations gave an estimated $240.72 billion to charitable causes in 2003, according to the Giving USA 2004 report of the American Association of Fundraising Counsel. Of that money, foundations gave $26.30 billion, representing 10.9% of all contributions to charitable organizations in 2003. Have you ever wondered how to get some of that money for your organization? This article will tell you what to do and what not to do to help your organization get a piece of the pie."
Front-Line Leadership
By Debbie McDowell, MSA, EMT-P
American individuals, estates, foundations and corporations gave an estimated $240.72 billion to charitable causes in 2003, according to the Giving USA 2004 report of the American Association of Fundraising Counsel. Of that money, foundations gave $26.30 billion, representing 10.9% of all contributions to charitable organizations in 2003. Have you ever wondered how to get some of that money for your organization? This article will tell you what to do and what not to do to help your organization get a piece of the pie."
news - NFL: TITANS: McNair wins Nashville's Community Spirit Award
news - NFL: TITANS: McNair wins Nashville's Community Spirit Award: "McNair, who was later named the “Philanthropist of the Year” by the Association of Fundraising Professionals for the various community projects he supports through the Steve McNair Foundation, was especially appreciative of the outpouring of support from those who donated time, money and resources througout Nashville and the state of Tennessee."
Valdosta Daily Times--Bush signs VSU helmet for charity
Valdosta Daily Times--Bush signs VSU helmet for charity:
snip snip>>
"Once in Iraq, Brenneman picked up his first signature on the helmet from Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynn.
“He got the Secretary of the Air Force to sign it, and I thought that was impressive,” Chappell said. “But then he said I got something to top it.”
The signature that topped the Secretary of the Air Force was from a man who led the country from 1988-1992.
While visiting the armed forces in Iraq, former President George H.W. Bush met with Brenneman and his troops.
Brenneman approached the former president with the Valdosta State helmet, explaining that the Blazers’ cap would be used toward charity."
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"Once in Iraq, Brenneman picked up his first signature on the helmet from Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynn.
“He got the Secretary of the Air Force to sign it, and I thought that was impressive,” Chappell said. “But then he said I got something to top it.”
The signature that topped the Secretary of the Air Force was from a man who led the country from 1988-1992.
While visiting the armed forces in Iraq, former President George H.W. Bush met with Brenneman and his troops.
Brenneman approached the former president with the Valdosta State helmet, explaining that the Blazers’ cap would be used toward charity."
yaledailynews.com - Donations may alter Yale experience
yaledailynews.com - Donations may alter Yale experience: "Donations may alter Yale experience
Hefty gift to Music School, journalism program will provide new opportunities
BY EASHA ANAND
Staff Reporter
A musician walks in front of Sprague Hall with his cello. The School of Music was a recent recipient of generous alumni donations, which may have an impact on student life. (SHAWN XIANG / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER)
Paula Akbar MUS '75 hails from D Flat, Oregon. She hails from food stamps and a rural town where she stuck with the same violin teacher for 12 years because the alternative was to play the clarinet. Nowadays, she also hails from the National Symphony Orchestra, which has a violin section that's 30 percent Yale grads and 100 percent 'brilliant musicians,' and there were a lot of places she had to hail from in between."
Hefty gift to Music School, journalism program will provide new opportunities
BY EASHA ANAND
Staff Reporter
A musician walks in front of Sprague Hall with his cello. The School of Music was a recent recipient of generous alumni donations, which may have an impact on student life. (SHAWN XIANG / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER)
Paula Akbar MUS '75 hails from D Flat, Oregon. She hails from food stamps and a rural town where she stuck with the same violin teacher for 12 years because the alternative was to play the clarinet. Nowadays, she also hails from the National Symphony Orchestra, which has a violin section that's 30 percent Yale grads and 100 percent 'brilliant musicians,' and there were a lot of places she had to hail from in between."
The Chronicle, 2/14/2006: Bequest Worth at Least $500-Million to Support Jewish Causes
The Chronicle, 2/14/2006: Bequest Worth at Least $500-Million to Support Jewish Causes: "Bequest Worth at Least $500-Million to Support Jewish Causes
By Caroline Preston
A California real-estate developer has bequeathed at least $500-million to a foundation that focuses on helping Jewish children and improving education about the religion's traditions and history. The bequest will make the foundation one of the nation's largest to focus on Jewish causes.
Jim Joseph, who died in December 2003, left the bulk of his fortune to a charitable foundation that bears his name. During his lifetime, Mr. Joseph, the founder of the Interland Corporation, a real-estate company in San Francisco and Davis, Calif., had channeled several million dollars to the foundation, which he started in 1987."
By Caroline Preston
A California real-estate developer has bequeathed at least $500-million to a foundation that focuses on helping Jewish children and improving education about the religion's traditions and history. The bequest will make the foundation one of the nation's largest to focus on Jewish causes.
Jim Joseph, who died in December 2003, left the bulk of his fortune to a charitable foundation that bears his name. During his lifetime, Mr. Joseph, the founder of the Interland Corporation, a real-estate company in San Francisco and Davis, Calif., had channeled several million dollars to the foundation, which he started in 1987."
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Penn State Live-THON's ability to change with the times has it poised to build on remarkable history
Penn State Live: "THON's ability to change with the times has it poised to build on remarkable history
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
University Park, Pa. - In 1973, fraternities at Penn State faced an image problem at a time when college campuses were already a tempest of unrest. Optimism and hope in society in general had eroded, and this attitude pervaded the Greek community.
'We just wanted to have some fun and positive feelings,' said Bill Lear, who was president of Penn State's Interfraternity Council at the time, on the THON Web site. 'That was a year of anti-Vietnam sentiment and anti-conformity, and it was also a low Greek time. We wanted people who were happy to be Greek and wanted something fun to get us through the winter.'
From this unassuming beginning amidst a time of darkness was born Penn State's IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, a modest spark that has grown into one of University greatest shining lights and annual traditions."
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
University Park, Pa. - In 1973, fraternities at Penn State faced an image problem at a time when college campuses were already a tempest of unrest. Optimism and hope in society in general had eroded, and this attitude pervaded the Greek community.
'We just wanted to have some fun and positive feelings,' said Bill Lear, who was president of Penn State's Interfraternity Council at the time, on the THON Web site. 'That was a year of anti-Vietnam sentiment and anti-conformity, and it was also a low Greek time. We wanted people who were happy to be Greek and wanted something fun to get us through the winter.'
From this unassuming beginning amidst a time of darkness was born Penn State's IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, a modest spark that has grown into one of University greatest shining lights and annual traditions."
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Bang for Your Buck - You have $1. How should you spend it to do the most good? By Daniel Akst
Bang for Your Buck - You have $1. How should you spend it to do the most good? By Daniel Akst: "Bang for Your Buck
You have $1. How should you spend it to do the most good?
By Daniel Akst
Posted Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2006, at 12:30 PM ET "
You have $1. How should you spend it to do the most good?
By Daniel Akst
Posted Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2006, at 12:30 PM ET "
FirstGov.gov for Businesses and Nonprofits: For Nonprofits
FirstGov.gov for Businesses and Nonprofits: For Nonprofits: "FirstGov for Nonprofits
On This Page
* Agency-Specific Nonprofit Resources
* Fundraising and Outreach
* Grants, Loans and Other Assistance
* Laws & Regulations
* Management and Operations
* Online Services
* Registration and Licensing
* Tax Information"
On This Page
* Agency-Specific Nonprofit Resources
* Fundraising and Outreach
* Grants, Loans and Other Assistance
* Laws & Regulations
* Management and Operations
* Online Services
* Registration and Licensing
* Tax Information"
The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management - Weekly
The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management - Weekly: "Managing Volunteers Is A Numbers Game
By Susan J. Ellis
One of thepraiseworthy accomplishments of the USA Freedom Corps has been to return the federal government to its role in collecting data on volunteering in the United States. Since 2002, the U.S. Department of Labor has released an annual report on volunteer statistics as a supplement to the Current Population Survey (the 2004 report can be downloaded at no charge at http://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/volun.pdf).
The very first study on volunteering (and for almost two decades the only available data) had been done in 1970 by the US Census Bureau. Independent Sector picked up the ball during the 1990s, issuing its Giving and Volunteering in the United States reports through 2001. As appreciated as this information was, it entwined volunteering with a primary focus on financial donations and no study can cover these two broad topics well at the same time. So, the new Department of Labor material will build a better base of data for measuring volunteering."
By Susan J. Ellis
One of thepraiseworthy accomplishments of the USA Freedom Corps has been to return the federal government to its role in collecting data on volunteering in the United States. Since 2002, the U.S. Department of Labor has released an annual report on volunteer statistics as a supplement to the Current Population Survey (the 2004 report can be downloaded at no charge at http://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/volun.pdf).
The very first study on volunteering (and for almost two decades the only available data) had been done in 1970 by the US Census Bureau. Independent Sector picked up the ball during the 1990s, issuing its Giving and Volunteering in the United States reports through 2001. As appreciated as this information was, it entwined volunteering with a primary focus on financial donations and no study can cover these two broad topics well at the same time. So, the new Department of Labor material will build a better base of data for measuring volunteering."
The Shreveport Times-Already-skinny arts groups go on a diet
The Shreveport Times: "february 2006: Already-skinny arts groups go on a diet
February 14, 2006
By Jennifer Flowers
jenniferflowers@gannett.com
Most nonprofits say survival is a matter of staying lean and mean.
And it looks like depleted funds are giving arts groups no choice but to trim their fat.
Despite healthy box office numbers, most of Shreveport's biggest arts organizations that scraped by last year continue to slash away at already-tight budgets. Many are pointing their finger at hurricanes Katrina and Rita, as well as an increase in area nonprofits and the dry spell of donors and public money. Most smaller grass-roots groups, on the other hand, seem to be chugging along — and are even prospering in some cases.
'I don't want to say that funds are drying up,' said Scott Green, executive director of Shreveport Symphony Orchestra. 'We have so many worthy organizations. And corporations and individuals and foundations are now being bombarded daily with requests for funding.'
"
February 14, 2006
By Jennifer Flowers
jenniferflowers@gannett.com
Most nonprofits say survival is a matter of staying lean and mean.
And it looks like depleted funds are giving arts groups no choice but to trim their fat.
Despite healthy box office numbers, most of Shreveport's biggest arts organizations that scraped by last year continue to slash away at already-tight budgets. Many are pointing their finger at hurricanes Katrina and Rita, as well as an increase in area nonprofits and the dry spell of donors and public money. Most smaller grass-roots groups, on the other hand, seem to be chugging along — and are even prospering in some cases.
'I don't want to say that funds are drying up,' said Scott Green, executive director of Shreveport Symphony Orchestra. 'We have so many worthy organizations. And corporations and individuals and foundations are now being bombarded daily with requests for funding.'
"
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SAN FRANCISCO / Port to sell 2 of mayor's Giants seats / Cash-strapped agency to start bid at $6,000 each
SAN FRANCISCO / Port to sell 2 of mayor's Giants seats / Cash-strapped agency to start bid at $6,000 each: "SAN FRANCISCO
Port to sell 2 of mayor's Giants seats
Cash-strapped agency to start bid at $6,000 each
Cecilia M. Vega, Chronicle Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
In tight budget times, every dollar counts, which is why the cash-strapped Port of San Francisco says it is looking to sell two of Mayor Gavin Newsom's seats at the Giants' ballpark.
For the starting bid of $6,000 apiece, a fan could lay claim to licenses -- or lifetime rights -- to two choice seats at SBC Park, located in the exclusive field club level behind home plate.
The port -- which oversees 7.5 miles of waterfront property in the city and is SBC Park's landlord -- owns licenses to 10 seats, four of which are used by the port for wining and dining clients and the remaining six are used by the mayor."
Port to sell 2 of mayor's Giants seats
Cash-strapped agency to start bid at $6,000 each
Cecilia M. Vega, Chronicle Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
In tight budget times, every dollar counts, which is why the cash-strapped Port of San Francisco says it is looking to sell two of Mayor Gavin Newsom's seats at the Giants' ballpark.
For the starting bid of $6,000 apiece, a fan could lay claim to licenses -- or lifetime rights -- to two choice seats at SBC Park, located in the exclusive field club level behind home plate.
The port -- which oversees 7.5 miles of waterfront property in the city and is SBC Park's landlord -- owns licenses to 10 seats, four of which are used by the port for wining and dining clients and the remaining six are used by the mayor."
- toledoblade.com -Out-of-this-world generosity
- toledoblade.com -: "Out-of-this-world generosity
PHILANTHROPY is alive and well in the United States. Generous donors constantly help educational institutions and charitable organizations with gifts large and small. Individuals with connections to a community usually are among the most notable donors.
That benevolence often is an expression of an axiom that dates to ancient Rome: Charity begins at home. One's own family, neighborhood, city, and country come before other responsibilities.
One new gift to the University of Pittsburgh is a remarkable exception.
The donor, Allen Cook, can stake a claim to being Pitt's biggest donor - in acreage, at least. This Wyoming cattle magnate and philanthropist gave Pitt a 4,700-acre chunk of his ranch. Mr. Cook is not a Pitt alumnus, has no ties to the university, and has never even been to Pittsburgh."
PHILANTHROPY is alive and well in the United States. Generous donors constantly help educational institutions and charitable organizations with gifts large and small. Individuals with connections to a community usually are among the most notable donors.
That benevolence often is an expression of an axiom that dates to ancient Rome: Charity begins at home. One's own family, neighborhood, city, and country come before other responsibilities.
One new gift to the University of Pittsburgh is a remarkable exception.
The donor, Allen Cook, can stake a claim to being Pitt's biggest donor - in acreage, at least. This Wyoming cattle magnate and philanthropist gave Pitt a 4,700-acre chunk of his ranch. Mr. Cook is not a Pitt alumnus, has no ties to the university, and has never even been to Pittsburgh."
ESPN.com - OLY - Cheek wins speedskating gold, donates bonus to charity
ESPN.com - OLY - Cheek wins speedskating gold, donates bonus to charity: "TURIN, Italy -- Joey Cheek walked in with everyone expecting him to talk about winning an Olympic speedskating gold medal. Instead, he had something else on his mind.
The moderator immediately asked for questions. Cheek interrupted, explaining that he wanted to make a statement.
Did he ever.
The Olympic 500-meter champion declared that he was giving away his $25,000 U.S. Olympic Committee bonus for winning the event to help children in the war-torn region of Darfur in Sudan.
'I wanted to make it meaningful,' he said. 'It's empowering to think of someone else.'
"
The moderator immediately asked for questions. Cheek interrupted, explaining that he wanted to make a statement.
Did he ever.
The Olympic 500-meter champion declared that he was giving away his $25,000 U.S. Olympic Committee bonus for winning the event to help children in the war-torn region of Darfur in Sudan.
'I wanted to make it meaningful,' he said. 'It's empowering to think of someone else.'
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Gulf Daily News-"Volunteers sail in for charity...
Gulf Daily News: "Volunteers sail in for charity...
THREE hundred volunteers from more than 40 countries are offering help to Bahrain's charities and civic organisations when they arrive here next month. Philanthropists from the world's largest floating bookshop are looking for small projects to get involved in during their 12-day visit to the country.
Volunteers from the German-based Doulos vessel plan to undertake community service initiatives, offering skilled tradesmen such as plumbers, electricians and welders, while others plan to visit orphanages and prisons.
Among the projects planned is a clean-up of litter around the Tree of Life.
Project co-ordinator Cinzia Pirozzi said the ship's volunteers were vastly experienced and had been involved in several building projects in Asia after the tsunami."
THREE hundred volunteers from more than 40 countries are offering help to Bahrain's charities and civic organisations when they arrive here next month. Philanthropists from the world's largest floating bookshop are looking for small projects to get involved in during their 12-day visit to the country.
Volunteers from the German-based Doulos vessel plan to undertake community service initiatives, offering skilled tradesmen such as plumbers, electricians and welders, while others plan to visit orphanages and prisons.
Among the projects planned is a clean-up of litter around the Tree of Life.
Project co-ordinator Cinzia Pirozzi said the ship's volunteers were vastly experienced and had been involved in several building projects in Asia after the tsunami."
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The Shreveport Times- Funding support for the arts is dwindling nationwide
The Shreveport Times: ". Delton Harrison, a board member of the standard-setting Metropolitan Opera in New York, recently returned from a board meeting with an earful of what nonprofits across the country harp on annually.
'It's the same story everywhere,' the Shreveporter said. 'We're needing to raise money.'
Harrison, also a Shreveport Opera board member, is part of the pack of large-scale contributors whose donations make up the financial backbone of most local arts organizations.
But local fund-raisers also still aren't sure who the next generation of big arts donors are going to be. With that and with dwindling corporate support, Shreveport's nonprofit arts groups are overhauling their funding strategies and are looking for new ways to target the next generation of private donors."
'It's the same story everywhere,' the Shreveporter said. 'We're needing to raise money.'
Harrison, also a Shreveport Opera board member, is part of the pack of large-scale contributors whose donations make up the financial backbone of most local arts organizations.
But local fund-raisers also still aren't sure who the next generation of big arts donors are going to be. With that and with dwindling corporate support, Shreveport's nonprofit arts groups are overhauling their funding strategies and are looking for new ways to target the next generation of private donors."
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MercuryNews.com | 02/13/2006 | Nonprofits grew despite downturn
MercuryNews.com | 02/13/2006 | Nonprofits grew despite downturn: "Nonprofits grew despite downturn
NUMBER OF GROUPS UP 30 PERCENT OVER DECADE
By Michele Chandler
Mercury News
Nonprofit groups in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties managed to beef up their workforces, coax more donations from individuals and maintain services between 1994 and 2003 despite a roller-coaster economy and significantly reduced federal funding, according to a report released Monday.
``Despite a downturn in many fields, the organizations were still keeping up,'' said Kevin Rafter, co-author of the report by the University of San Francisco's Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management. ``Things are tighter, but services are continuing, one way or another,'' Rafter said."
NUMBER OF GROUPS UP 30 PERCENT OVER DECADE
By Michele Chandler
Mercury News
Nonprofit groups in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties managed to beef up their workforces, coax more donations from individuals and maintain services between 1994 and 2003 despite a roller-coaster economy and significantly reduced federal funding, according to a report released Monday.
``Despite a downturn in many fields, the organizations were still keeping up,'' said Kevin Rafter, co-author of the report by the University of San Francisco's Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management. ``Things are tighter, but services are continuing, one way or another,'' Rafter said."
Monday, February 13, 2006
ASU News > $7.5 million grant boosts nonprofit center collaborations
ASU News > $7.5 million grant boosts nonprofit center collaborations: "7.5 million grant boosts nonprofit center collaborations
Joint effort will strengthen nonprofit and philanthropy education, increase capacity and diversity of nonprofit sector
The Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Management at ASU, the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Grand Valley State University announce a $7.5 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. This pioneering, cross-institutional collaboration will use each center's strengths to increase the capacity and diversity of the nonprofit sector.
The three universities will operate the programs under the banner of the AIM (Arizona-Indiana-Michigan) Alliance."
Joint effort will strengthen nonprofit and philanthropy education, increase capacity and diversity of nonprofit sector
The Center for Nonprofit Leadership and Management at ASU, the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership at Grand Valley State University announce a $7.5 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. This pioneering, cross-institutional collaboration will use each center's strengths to increase the capacity and diversity of the nonprofit sector.
The three universities will operate the programs under the banner of the AIM (Arizona-Indiana-Michigan) Alliance."
Charities push creative envelope on invitations
Charities push creative envelope on invitations: "ANDREA BALL: PHILANTHROPY
Charities push creative envelope on invitations
Sunday, February 12, 2006
No one likes to be stood up at their own party — especially charities.
Galas, cocktail hours, concerts, wine tastings and such are big money-makers for local nonprofit groups. And when no one shows up, it's not only humiliating: It's expensive.
So how do nonprofits lure the crowds to their fundraising events? One way is with a great invitation."
Charities push creative envelope on invitations
Sunday, February 12, 2006
No one likes to be stood up at their own party — especially charities.
Galas, cocktail hours, concerts, wine tastings and such are big money-makers for local nonprofit groups. And when no one shows up, it's not only humiliating: It's expensive.
So how do nonprofits lure the crowds to their fundraising events? One way is with a great invitation."
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Washington Examiner: Business-Making the connection
Washington Examiner: Business: "Making the connection
By Frank Sietzen
Capital Charity
Published: Sunday, February 12, 2006 8:36 PM EST
Partnerships between large nonprofits and smaller organizations is a growing trend in the world of philanthropy, said researchers and community leaders.
'Partnerships can help small and large organizations address certain challenges faced by each,' said Francie Ostrower, senior research associate at the Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy at D.C.'s Urban Institute."
By Frank Sietzen
Capital Charity
Published: Sunday, February 12, 2006 8:36 PM EST
Partnerships between large nonprofits and smaller organizations is a growing trend in the world of philanthropy, said researchers and community leaders.
'Partnerships can help small and large organizations address certain challenges faced by each,' said Francie Ostrower, senior research associate at the Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy at D.C.'s Urban Institute."
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FresnoBee.com: Opinion: A gift for the Met
FresnoBee.com: Opinion: A gift for the Met: "A gift for the Met
Fresno Regional Foundation gives generously to a Valley gem.
(Updated Sunday, February 12, 2006, 5:35 AM)
The Fresno Regional Foundation's donation of $1 million to the Fresno Metropolitan Museum is a big boost for both organizations. The money will help the museum's renovation project and it re-establishes the foundation as an important player in the philanthropy community.
The museum project is now estimated to cost $20 million. Museum officials said the donation is one of the largest from a single group for the upgrade work being done on the building, at Van Ness Avenue and Calaveras Street."
Fresno Regional Foundation gives generously to a Valley gem.
(Updated Sunday, February 12, 2006, 5:35 AM)
The Fresno Regional Foundation's donation of $1 million to the Fresno Metropolitan Museum is a big boost for both organizations. The money will help the museum's renovation project and it re-establishes the foundation as an important player in the philanthropy community.
The museum project is now estimated to cost $20 million. Museum officials said the donation is one of the largest from a single group for the upgrade work being done on the building, at Van Ness Avenue and Calaveras Street."
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SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Features -- Pay to play
SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Features -- Pay to play:
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"Colette M. Murray – a former San Diego resident and recent chairwoman of the 26,000-member Association of Fundraising Professionals based in Alexandria, Va. – says arts organizations should avoid giving members and donors tchotchkes such as coffee mugs, paper weights and beach towels.
“There are organizations that give out too many useless gifts to donors,” Murray said. “They are costly and, for the most part, they are really not appreciated. Few people make a gift because they will get a plaque or a coffee mug. I suggest organizations give items that are unique or that will surprise the recipient. Send flowers on Valentine's Day, on a birthday, at Thanksgiving, Christmas or Hanukkah.”"
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"Colette M. Murray – a former San Diego resident and recent chairwoman of the 26,000-member Association of Fundraising Professionals based in Alexandria, Va. – says arts organizations should avoid giving members and donors tchotchkes such as coffee mugs, paper weights and beach towels.
“There are organizations that give out too many useless gifts to donors,” Murray said. “They are costly and, for the most part, they are really not appreciated. Few people make a gift because they will get a plaque or a coffee mug. I suggest organizations give items that are unique or that will surprise the recipient. Send flowers on Valentine's Day, on a birthday, at Thanksgiving, Christmas or Hanukkah.”"
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Pasadena Star-News - Opinions-With Turner gone, Red Cross can rebuild
Pasadena Star-News - Opinions: "With Turner gone, Red Cross can rebuild
WE applaud Angie Turner's decision to step down as CEO of the San Gabriel Pomona Valley chapter of the American Red Cross, under scrutiny for questionable management.
Her departure gives the venerable and much-needed charity the opportunity to rebuild the organization and regain the trust of the community.
The healing and rebuilding can't begin, however, until board chairman Michael Zoeller exhibits better leadership."
WE applaud Angie Turner's decision to step down as CEO of the San Gabriel Pomona Valley chapter of the American Red Cross, under scrutiny for questionable management.
Her departure gives the venerable and much-needed charity the opportunity to rebuild the organization and regain the trust of the community.
The healing and rebuilding can't begin, however, until board chairman Michael Zoeller exhibits better leadership."
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onPhilanthropy - Online Fundraising Jumps in 2005 and Integrated Marketing Shows Results; Some Organizations May Raise More Than 50 Percent of Funds O
onPhilanthropy - Online Fundraising Jumps in 2005 and Integrated Marketing Shows Results; Some Organizations May Raise More Than 50 Percent of Funds Online in 2006: "Online Fundraising Jumps in 2005 and Integrated Marketing Shows Results; Some Organizations May Raise More Than 50 Percent of Funds Online in 2006
By: Vinay Bhagat, 02/10/06
In 2005, online fundraising continued to grow at an accelerating rate. Just like the late 2004 Asian tsunami, Hurricane Katrina illustrated not only that Americans are philanthropic in times of need, but that they also increasingly prefer to give online. For example, the American Red Cross raised 22 percent of funds online during the tsunami and 45 percent of funds online following Hurricane Katrina.
And it was not just relief agencies that experienced a surge in online fundraising during 2005. Even after factoring out the impact of Katrina, a large number of nonprofit organizations – large or small and with varying missions – experienced more than a 100 percent increase in funds generated through the Internet throughout the past year. "
By: Vinay Bhagat, 02/10/06
In 2005, online fundraising continued to grow at an accelerating rate. Just like the late 2004 Asian tsunami, Hurricane Katrina illustrated not only that Americans are philanthropic in times of need, but that they also increasingly prefer to give online. For example, the American Red Cross raised 22 percent of funds online during the tsunami and 45 percent of funds online following Hurricane Katrina.
And it was not just relief agencies that experienced a surge in online fundraising during 2005. Even after factoring out the impact of Katrina, a large number of nonprofit organizations – large or small and with varying missions – experienced more than a 100 percent increase in funds generated through the Internet throughout the past year. "
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Centre Daily Times | 02/12/2006 | Nonprofits study joint effort to build shared facility
Centre Daily Times | 02/12/2006 | Nonprofits study joint effort to build shared facility: "Nonprofits study joint effort to build shared facility
By Adam Smeltz
asmeltz@centredaily.com
STATE COLLEGE -- Fifteen nonprofit organizations have banded together to try to build a shared community center and headquarters that could boost their collective efficiency and impact, organizers said last week.
The concept, they said, could help the groups stretch their budgets further, develop new partnerships, attract more volunteers and ease access for clients and other users.
It's an idea the leaders have discussed quietly for about two years, said Sarah Benton, the interim president of the group. It calls itself the Collaboration of Arts, Social Services and Education -- CASE -- and it met Friday with state Sen. Jake Corman, R-Benner Township, to make a pitch for $4.9 million in state funding"
By Adam Smeltz
asmeltz@centredaily.com
STATE COLLEGE -- Fifteen nonprofit organizations have banded together to try to build a shared community center and headquarters that could boost their collective efficiency and impact, organizers said last week.
The concept, they said, could help the groups stretch their budgets further, develop new partnerships, attract more volunteers and ease access for clients and other users.
It's an idea the leaders have discussed quietly for about two years, said Sarah Benton, the interim president of the group. It calls itself the Collaboration of Arts, Social Services and Education -- CASE -- and it met Friday with state Sen. Jake Corman, R-Benner Township, to make a pitch for $4.9 million in state funding"
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San Bernardino County Sun - Living
San Bernardino County Sun - Living: "Nonprofits merge to make volunteering easier
By Suzanne Sproul, Staff Writer
Two nonprofit organizations have linked up for greater effectiveness in the Inland Valley.
And your chance to help others just got a lot easier.
The Inland Empire United Way and the Volunteer Center of the Inland Empire have merged. By combining their resources, now there will be a better promotion of volunteerism."
By Suzanne Sproul, Staff Writer
Two nonprofit organizations have linked up for greater effectiveness in the Inland Valley.
And your chance to help others just got a lot easier.
The Inland Empire United Way and the Volunteer Center of the Inland Empire have merged. By combining their resources, now there will be a better promotion of volunteerism."
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Philanthropy: Learning to Give - Newsweek National News - MSNBC.com-New black-history museums need cash.
Philanthropy: Learning to Give - Newsweek National News - MSNBC.com: "Feb. 20, 2006 issue - Former Virginia governor L. Douglas Wilder used to prod his father endlessly to share memories of his family's time in slavery. 'The little we did learn from him was that my grandfather lived on a different plantation and had to sneak off to visit the family on weekends,' says the 70-year-old, who was the country's first African-American governor. 'His owner would beat him when he got back but finally gave up when he realized my grandfather was going to see his family, beating or not.' The precious few tales of a painful past are what inspired Wilder to help found the United States National Slavery Museum, a $200 million project opening late next year in Fredricksburg, Va. 'I know if at my age I don't know all there is to know about slavery, surely the young people of today have no idea.'"
Kansas City Star | 02/12/2006 | When charity matters more
Kansas City Star | 02/12/2006 | When charity matters more: "When charity matters more
Philanthropy takes priority after a cause becomes personal
By ANN SPIVAK
The Kansas City Star
Philanthropist Katie Wendel knows the charity circuit well. Her social calendar is packed with benefit galas, and she’s constantly solicited for donations.
But it wasn’t until this art teacher began working in the urban core that she found a cause that tugged at her heart and her pocketbook.
“My epiphany started when I began working with kids who didn’t have all the advantages,” said Wendel, who teaches at Holy Name School in Kansas City, Kan. She takes her students to art museums, jazz and modern dance performances, and the theater."
Philanthropy takes priority after a cause becomes personal
By ANN SPIVAK
The Kansas City Star
Philanthropist Katie Wendel knows the charity circuit well. Her social calendar is packed with benefit galas, and she’s constantly solicited for donations.
But it wasn’t until this art teacher began working in the urban core that she found a cause that tugged at her heart and her pocketbook.
“My epiphany started when I began working with kids who didn’t have all the advantages,” said Wendel, who teaches at Holy Name School in Kansas City, Kan. She takes her students to art museums, jazz and modern dance performances, and the theater."
RedOrbit - Technology - University of San Francisco: New Report on Silicon Valley Nonprofits
RedOrbit - Technology - University of San Francisco: New Report on Silicon Valley Nonprofits: "University of San Francisco: New Report on Silicon Valley Nonprofits
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report released today shows that the nonprofit sector in California's Silicon Valley grew significantly between 1994 and 2003, and maintained steady services despite a roller-coaster economy and much-reduced funding. The study warns of significant challenges, however, including decreased government funding and shrinking operating margins, and it suggests that some high-need communities in Silicon Valley are underserved.
The study, Silicon Valley's Changing Nonprofit Sector, presents a detailed picture of the Valley's nonprofit sector and analysis of its development between 1994 and 2003. It was conducted by the University of San Francisco's Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management (INOM) to help civic, nonprofit and philanthropic leaders better target their efforts to the diverse demands of the Silicon Valley community."
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report released today shows that the nonprofit sector in California's Silicon Valley grew significantly between 1994 and 2003, and maintained steady services despite a roller-coaster economy and much-reduced funding. The study warns of significant challenges, however, including decreased government funding and shrinking operating margins, and it suggests that some high-need communities in Silicon Valley are underserved.
The study, Silicon Valley's Changing Nonprofit Sector, presents a detailed picture of the Valley's nonprofit sector and analysis of its development between 1994 and 2003. It was conducted by the University of San Francisco's Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management (INOM) to help civic, nonprofit and philanthropic leaders better target their efforts to the diverse demands of the Silicon Valley community."
The Coloradoan - www.coloradoan.com - Ft. Collins, CO.
The Coloradoan - www.coloradoan.com - Ft. Collins, CO.: "Red Cross meets Katrina goal
Hurricane funds are still coming, but most donors directing money to local concerns
By KEVIN DUGGAN
KevinDuggan@coloradoan.com
As recovery from last year's devastating hurricane season continues along the Gulf Coast, the American Red Cross has met its fundraising goal for relief efforts.
The organization has received donations and pledges for $2.116 billion, enough to cover its expenses related to hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma, Red Cross officials said. No further fundraising efforts for hurricane relief are planned."
Hurricane funds are still coming, but most donors directing money to local concerns
By KEVIN DUGGAN
KevinDuggan@coloradoan.com
As recovery from last year's devastating hurricane season continues along the Gulf Coast, the American Red Cross has met its fundraising goal for relief efforts.
The organization has received donations and pledges for $2.116 billion, enough to cover its expenses related to hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma, Red Cross officials said. No further fundraising efforts for hurricane relief are planned."
Norton J. Kiritz, 70; He Refined the Art of Charity Grant-Writing - Los Angeles Times
Norton J. Kiritz, 70; He Refined the Art of Charity Grant-Writing - Los Angeles Times: "Norton J. Kiritz, 70; He Refined the Art of Charity Grant-Writing
By Elaine Woo, Times Staff Writer
Norton J. Kiritz, who transformed the nonprofit sector by streamlining and demystifying the process of obtaining grant money, died of cancer Jan. 30 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles. He was 70.
Kiritz was founder and president of the Grantsmanship Center. Since 1972, the L.A.-based center has trained 100,000 people from nonprofit organizations and public agencies around the country in the art of writing grant proposals."
By Elaine Woo, Times Staff Writer
Norton J. Kiritz, who transformed the nonprofit sector by streamlining and demystifying the process of obtaining grant money, died of cancer Jan. 30 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles. He was 70.
Kiritz was founder and president of the Grantsmanship Center. Since 1972, the L.A.-based center has trained 100,000 people from nonprofit organizations and public agencies around the country in the art of writing grant proposals."
The Johns Hopkins News-Letter - Bloomberg revealed as anonymous donor
The Johns Hopkins News-Letter - Bloomberg revealed as anonymous donor: "Bloomberg revealed as anonymous donor
By Christine Higgins
February 10, 2006
Within hours of University officials' announcement of an anonymous $100 million donation, it was revealed that billionaire Hopkins alumnus and New York mayor Michael Bloomberg was the unidentified benefactor.
'A person familiar with Bloomberg's philanthropy confirmed Thursday's gift on condition of anonymity, citing the Republican mayor's desire for privacy,' the Associated Press reported Feb. 3.
Despite this information, the University maintained the donor's anonymity."
By Christine Higgins
February 10, 2006
Within hours of University officials' announcement of an anonymous $100 million donation, it was revealed that billionaire Hopkins alumnus and New York mayor Michael Bloomberg was the unidentified benefactor.
'A person familiar with Bloomberg's philanthropy confirmed Thursday's gift on condition of anonymity, citing the Republican mayor's desire for privacy,' the Associated Press reported Feb. 3.
Despite this information, the University maintained the donor's anonymity."
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