The Times and Democrat - Generosity comes with age: "Generosity comes with age
By T&D Staff
Friday, December 15, 2006
Older Americans are leaders when it comes to giving, the American Association of Retired Persons wants us to know.
One in 10 adults age 65 or older donated $5,000 or more to charities last year, according to an AARP Bulletin poll of 930 people 18 and older.
Those ages 35 to 49 were next, with 9 percent giving that much, and next were those 50 to 64, 7 percent of whom were as generous."
Friday, December 15, 2006
News onPhilanthropy: Blog of the Week: Philanthromedia
News onPhilanthropy: Blog of the Week: Philanthromedia: "Blog of the Week: Philanthromedia
Relatively new to philanthropy blogging - and out of beta this week after several months of blogging - is the wide-ranging and sharp-eyed Philanthromedia.
A joint project of Community Foundations of America and some veteran consultants (you may find my voice there from time to time), Philanthromedia bills itself as 'dialogue for the discerning donor' and it delivers on that premise with lively first-person reports from conferneces and seminars, analysis of major news stories, links to other blogs, and a point of view that is donor-specific, but of tremendous value to the whole nonprofit sector."
Relatively new to philanthropy blogging - and out of beta this week after several months of blogging - is the wide-ranging and sharp-eyed Philanthromedia.
A joint project of Community Foundations of America and some veteran consultants (you may find my voice there from time to time), Philanthromedia bills itself as 'dialogue for the discerning donor' and it delivers on that premise with lively first-person reports from conferneces and seminars, analysis of major news stories, links to other blogs, and a point of view that is donor-specific, but of tremendous value to the whole nonprofit sector."
Charlotte Observer | 12/15/2006 | Giving is less about means, more about will
Charlotte Observer | 12/15/2006 | Giving is less about means, more about will: "Giving is less about means, more about will
`Working poor' provide instruction, inspiration about helping others
FANNIE FLONO
I've struggled to find 'Peace on Earth' and 'Joy to the World' this Christmas season. The world is in such chaos, and so many people seem self-absorbed and just downright mean.
Then I heard a story about the working poor on National Public Radio and thought of Alma. I haven't talked to her in a while but I smile just thinking of her.
Alma is not a woman of means. But she's managed to provide for her children, and to have something left to give to somebody else."
`Working poor' provide instruction, inspiration about helping others
FANNIE FLONO
I've struggled to find 'Peace on Earth' and 'Joy to the World' this Christmas season. The world is in such chaos, and so many people seem self-absorbed and just downright mean.
Then I heard a story about the working poor on National Public Radio and thought of Alma. I haven't talked to her in a while but I smile just thinking of her.
Alma is not a woman of means. But she's managed to provide for her children, and to have something left to give to somebody else."
Investors give to charity through donor-advised funds - December 25, 2006
Investors give to charity through donor-advised funds - December 25, 2006: "A charity of one's own
You don't have to be filthy rich to give as if you were. Donor-advised funds are becoming the vehicle of choice for mainstream investors.
FORTUNE Magazine
By Ellen McGirt, Fortune
December 15 2006: 7:37 AM EST
(Fortune Magazine) -- So you're not Warren Buffett or Bill Gates. There's no reason you still can't give like a billionaire. Donor-advised funds - investment accounts that let you deposit assets for an upfront tax deduction, then make donations to charities of your choice - have become a popular option for investors.
'These funds are offering people an easy way to give that they never thought was available to them,' says Stacy Palmer, editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy."
You don't have to be filthy rich to give as if you were. Donor-advised funds are becoming the vehicle of choice for mainstream investors.
FORTUNE Magazine
By Ellen McGirt, Fortune
December 15 2006: 7:37 AM EST
(Fortune Magazine) -- So you're not Warren Buffett or Bill Gates. There's no reason you still can't give like a billionaire. Donor-advised funds - investment accounts that let you deposit assets for an upfront tax deduction, then make donations to charities of your choice - have become a popular option for investors.
'These funds are offering people an easy way to give that they never thought was available to them,' says Stacy Palmer, editor of The Chronicle of Philanthropy."
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Thursday, December 14, 2006
What's new in New York, etc. - By Christopher Beam, Zuzanna Kobrzynski, and Blake Wilson - Slate Magazine
What's new in New York, etc. - By Christopher Beam, Zuzanna Kobrzynski, and Blake Wilson - Slate Magazine: "Give 'Til It HurtsNew York Times Magazine on philanthropy.
By Christopher Beam, Zuzanna Kobrzynski, and Blake Wilson
Updated Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2006, at 3:14 PM ET
New York Times Magazine.New York Times Magazine, Dec. 17
In the cover story, philosopher Peter Singer tackles the big questions surrounding philanthropy. Criticism that Bill Gates' generosity was motivated by Microsoft's antitrust woes rather than altruism 'tells us more about the attackers than the attacked,' Singer contends. Rather, such generosity should make us rethink our own behavior."
By Christopher Beam, Zuzanna Kobrzynski, and Blake Wilson
Updated Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2006, at 3:14 PM ET
New York Times Magazine.New York Times Magazine, Dec. 17
In the cover story, philosopher Peter Singer tackles the big questions surrounding philanthropy. Criticism that Bill Gates' generosity was motivated by Microsoft's antitrust woes rather than altruism 'tells us more about the attackers than the attacked,' Singer contends. Rather, such generosity should make us rethink our own behavior."
newsobserver.com | Marketers take a bigger bite
newsobserver.com | Marketers take a bigger bite: "Marketers take a bigger bite
Charities' share of donated funds falls from 55% to 48%
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More of the money North Carolinians are donating to charities through professional solicitors is going to the telemarketing companies than to the causes they represent, according to a new state report.
Paid solicitors that must tell the state about their activities raised $194 million for charities from state residents from July 2005 to June 2006, according to a report the N.C. Secretary of State's Office released Wednesday."
Charities' share of donated funds falls from 55% to 48%
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More of the money North Carolinians are donating to charities through professional solicitors is going to the telemarketing companies than to the causes they represent, according to a new state report.
Paid solicitors that must tell the state about their activities raised $194 million for charities from state residents from July 2005 to June 2006, according to a report the N.C. Secretary of State's Office released Wednesday."
Recent Tax Law Changes May Affect People Giving to Charity: IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Donations
Recent Tax Law Changes May Affect People Giving to Charity: IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Donations: "Recent Tax Law Changes May Affect People Giving to Charity: IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Donations
IR-2006-192, Dec. 14, 2006
WASHINGTON — Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind several important tax law changes made last summer by the Pension Protection Act.
The new law offers older owners of individual retirement accounts a new way to give to charity. It also includes rules designed to provide both taxpayers and the government greater certainty in determining what may be deducted as a charitable contribution. Some of these changes include the following."
IR-2006-192, Dec. 14, 2006
WASHINGTON — Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind several important tax law changes made last summer by the Pension Protection Act.
The new law offers older owners of individual retirement accounts a new way to give to charity. It also includes rules designed to provide both taxpayers and the government greater certainty in determining what may be deducted as a charitable contribution. Some of these changes include the following."
Jewish and Israel News from New York - The Jewish Week-Wall Street Thrives And UJA-Fed Benefits
Jewish and Israel News from New York - The Jewish Week: "Wall Street Thrives And UJA-Fed Benefits
Charity’s Wall Street Division sets giving record.
Martha Mendelsohn - Jewish Week Correspondent
Know when to hold ‘em: The scene at the blackjack table at the Wall Street Division dinner. The Wall Streeters raised a cool $21.5 million at the event. Photos by Sharon Stern
The Dow is up, and so is Jewish philanthropy.
Just do the math.
UJA-Federation’s Wall Street Division dinner at the Hilton on West 53rd Street last Wednesday raised a record $21.5 million, drawing 1,300 financial professionals to an exuberant evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, faux-gambling, and speeches, which featured the first official appearance in New York by Israel’s new ambassador to the United States, Sallai Meridor.
Total funds raised, which exceed last year’s by $1.1 million, amount to $11,000 in contributions per person."
Charity’s Wall Street Division sets giving record.
Martha Mendelsohn - Jewish Week Correspondent
Know when to hold ‘em: The scene at the blackjack table at the Wall Street Division dinner. The Wall Streeters raised a cool $21.5 million at the event. Photos by Sharon Stern
The Dow is up, and so is Jewish philanthropy.
Just do the math.
UJA-Federation’s Wall Street Division dinner at the Hilton on West 53rd Street last Wednesday raised a record $21.5 million, drawing 1,300 financial professionals to an exuberant evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, faux-gambling, and speeches, which featured the first official appearance in New York by Israel’s new ambassador to the United States, Sallai Meridor.
Total funds raised, which exceed last year’s by $1.1 million, amount to $11,000 in contributions per person."
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WLBT 3 - Jackson, MS: Clark Releases Charities Report
WLBT 3 - Jackson, MS: Clark Releases Charities Report: "Clark Releases Charities Report
by Howard Ballou
howard@wlbt.net
Mississippi still ranks at the top of the nation when it comes to charitable giving. That word from Secretary of State Eric Clark as he released the Ninth Annual Comprehensive Financial Report on Charties Operating in Mississippi.
This year's report is the first to contain financial information on charitable giving since Hurricane Katrina. Secretary Clark said, 'All of y'all know that Mississippi ranks at or near the top every year in what's called the generosity index that our people are always about the most generous in the country in terms of giving to church and charity as a percentage of our income..'"
by Howard Ballou
howard@wlbt.net
Mississippi still ranks at the top of the nation when it comes to charitable giving. That word from Secretary of State Eric Clark as he released the Ninth Annual Comprehensive Financial Report on Charties Operating in Mississippi.
This year's report is the first to contain financial information on charitable giving since Hurricane Katrina. Secretary Clark said, 'All of y'all know that Mississippi ranks at or near the top every year in what's called the generosity index that our people are always about the most generous in the country in terms of giving to church and charity as a percentage of our income..'"
DenverPost.com - Charities give big bucks to telemarketers
DenverPost.com - Charities give big bucks to telemarketers: "Charities give big bucks to telemarketers
By Will Shanley
Denver Post Staff Writer
Article Last Updated:12/13/2006 10:48:27 AM MST
Annual Report
Charitable organizations that used telemarketers to solicit money from Colorado residents in the past year kept an average of 51 percent of the cash collected, with the telemarketing companies retaining the rest.
That's slightly better than 2005, when 47.9 percent was kept by nonprofits, according to a report released Tuesday by Colorado Secretary of State Gigi Dennis."
By Will Shanley
Denver Post Staff Writer
Article Last Updated:12/13/2006 10:48:27 AM MST
Annual Report
Charitable organizations that used telemarketers to solicit money from Colorado residents in the past year kept an average of 51 percent of the cash collected, with the telemarketing companies retaining the rest.
That's slightly better than 2005, when 47.9 percent was kept by nonprofits, according to a report released Tuesday by Colorado Secretary of State Gigi Dennis."
The Blog | Tom Watson: Consumer Philanthropy: Nonprofits Spend Billions to Reach Consumers | The Huffington Post
The Blog | Tom Watson: Consumer Philanthropy: Nonprofits Spend Billions to Reach Consumers | The Huffington Post: "In fact, nonprofit organizations are spending big dollars on media, public relations, advertising and communications, according to exclusive research by Changing Our World, Inc., the parent company to onPhilanthropy, which I publish. In many cases, it's the nonprofits that are driving the message recognition - the branding - of philanthropic causes. And they're spending billions to do it.
Large American nonprofits spend at least $7.6 billion per year on marketing and public relations, and may in fact spend a great deal more, according to the Changing Our World analysis of 71 nonprofits with annual revenues of $10 million or more per year. Itemized examination of IRS Form 990 Line 43, where marketing and communications expenses reside, resulted in an extrapolated estimate of $7.6 billion for the sector."
Large American nonprofits spend at least $7.6 billion per year on marketing and public relations, and may in fact spend a great deal more, according to the Changing Our World analysis of 71 nonprofits with annual revenues of $10 million or more per year. Itemized examination of IRS Form 990 Line 43, where marketing and communications expenses reside, resulted in an extrapolated estimate of $7.6 billion for the sector."
Charities hope for record giving through websites - USATODAY.com
Charities hope for record giving through websites - USATODAY.com: "Charities are ramping up online fundraising, hoping to match or beat records for holiday giving set last year.
The Salvation Army urges people to set up their own online red kettles so friends and relatives can donate.
U.S. Army Sgt. Lacy Hennessy, 23, a former bell ringer now in Baghdad, e-mails friends to give through a kettle on her website. It can be accessed at www.salvationarmyusa.org."
The Salvation Army urges people to set up their own online red kettles so friends and relatives can donate.
U.S. Army Sgt. Lacy Hennessy, 23, a former bell ringer now in Baghdad, e-mails friends to give through a kettle on her website. It can be accessed at www.salvationarmyusa.org."
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Wednesday, December 13, 2006
Appleton Post-Crescent: Your Fox Cities News Source - Thrivent match means over $100,000 for Salvation Army
Appleton Post-Crescent: Your Fox Cities News Source - Thrivent match means over $100,000 for Salvation Army: "Thrivent match means over $100,000 for Salvation Army
The Post-Crescent
The Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Foundation matched the Salvation Army-Fox Cities’ record single-day red kettle contributions of $54,699.24 dollar for dollar Dec. 8 to yield a grand total of $109,398.48."
The Post-Crescent
The Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Foundation matched the Salvation Army-Fox Cities’ record single-day red kettle contributions of $54,699.24 dollar for dollar Dec. 8 to yield a grand total of $109,398.48."
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Desktop Donations - Kiplinger.com
Desktop Donations - Kiplinger.com: "PHILANTHROPY
Desktop Donations
We show you how to avoid scams and check out a charity's credentials before you donate.
December 11, 2006
You may be feeling generous this holiday season, but unfortunately some people prey upon the good intentions of others. With a little research and a bit of caution, you can make sure your donation counts."
Desktop Donations
We show you how to avoid scams and check out a charity's credentials before you donate.
December 11, 2006
You may be feeling generous this holiday season, but unfortunately some people prey upon the good intentions of others. With a little research and a bit of caution, you can make sure your donation counts."
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Do political leanings influence your purse strings? | Gainesville.com | The Gainesville Sun | Gainesville, Fla.
Do political leanings influence your purse strings? | Gainesville.com | The Gainesville Sun | Gainesville, Fla.: "Do political leanings influence your purse strings?
By SARAH WOOD
Special to The Sun
December 13. 2006 6:01AM
It is a touchy subject right from the get-go. Who gives more to charities: conservatives or liberals?
University of Florida professor Elizabeth Bolton asked that very question recently to her class, Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Based Settings.
'We had discussed that when you are preparing a fundraising plan, you have to know who are the givers and non-givers,' said Bolton, who teaches for the graduate and undergraduate nonprofit organization minor at UF."
By SARAH WOOD
Special to The Sun
December 13. 2006 6:01AM
It is a touchy subject right from the get-go. Who gives more to charities: conservatives or liberals?
University of Florida professor Elizabeth Bolton asked that very question recently to her class, Working with Nonprofit Organizations in Community Based Settings.
'We had discussed that when you are preparing a fundraising plan, you have to know who are the givers and non-givers,' said Bolton, who teaches for the graduate and undergraduate nonprofit organization minor at UF."
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Holiday Giving
Holiday Giving: "Holiday Giving That Keeps Giving
This holiday season, when people turn their attention to family, friends, and loved ones, we've decided to take a look at giving -- in all of its forms. Instead of focusing on philanthropy by foundations or corporations, we explore simple ways individuals can give their time or money to improve their communities and the world.
Read on to learn about giving trends and tools that are making it easier than ever to support the organizations and causes you care about. Get specific tips about how to give wisely -- and ideas for creative gift-giving that makes a difference."
This holiday season, when people turn their attention to family, friends, and loved ones, we've decided to take a look at giving -- in all of its forms. Instead of focusing on philanthropy by foundations or corporations, we explore simple ways individuals can give their time or money to improve their communities and the world.
Read on to learn about giving trends and tools that are making it easier than ever to support the organizations and causes you care about. Get specific tips about how to give wisely -- and ideas for creative gift-giving that makes a difference."
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Midland Daily News - Donors plant seed for organic building at CMU
Midland Daily News - Donors plant seed for organic building at CMU:
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"CMU's Board of Trustees last week approved the February 2007 demolition of the Washington Apartments' central quad to make room for the $50 million building project, set to break ground next spring. The new building, which will house education-related departments in the College of Education and Human Services in one 'organic' four-story building when it opens in summer 2009.
So organic, in fact, that the roof of the north wing will be covered by trees and other vegetation. Known as a 'green roof,' it is one of many design features officials hope will secure CMU's first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council."
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"CMU's Board of Trustees last week approved the February 2007 demolition of the Washington Apartments' central quad to make room for the $50 million building project, set to break ground next spring. The new building, which will house education-related departments in the College of Education and Human Services in one 'organic' four-story building when it opens in summer 2009.
So organic, in fact, that the roof of the north wing will be covered by trees and other vegetation. Known as a 'green roof,' it is one of many design features officials hope will secure CMU's first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council."
Study Weighs in on Board Member Succession Planning | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle
Study Weighs in on Board Member Succession Planning | Chron.com - Houston Chronicle: "Study Weighs in on Board Member Succession Planning
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NEW YORK — Roughly 50 percent of boards consider themselves 'less than effective' in the area of CEO succession, according to a survey released Tuesday.
The 2006 Governance Survey of 1,400 public, private and nonprofit companies by The Center for Board Leadership, done with Mercer Delta Consulting, also found that the majority of directors from public boards feel that companies should have a policy restricting the number of boards a CEO may serve on, but less than half, 42.3 percent report actually having such a policy."
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NEW YORK — Roughly 50 percent of boards consider themselves 'less than effective' in the area of CEO succession, according to a survey released Tuesday.
The 2006 Governance Survey of 1,400 public, private and nonprofit companies by The Center for Board Leadership, done with Mercer Delta Consulting, also found that the majority of directors from public boards feel that companies should have a policy restricting the number of boards a CEO may serve on, but less than half, 42.3 percent report actually having such a policy."
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Tuesday, December 12, 2006
ThePilot.com : Leave Donation Program Offers Way to Help Victims of Katrina
ThePilot.com : Leave Donation Program Offers Way to Help Victims of Katrina: "Leave Donation Program Offers Way to Help Victims of Katrina
During the holiday season and in the spirit of giving, employees and employers are reminded they can use established leave donation programs to assist those affected by Hurricane Katrina."
During the holiday season and in the spirit of giving, employees and employers are reminded they can use established leave donation programs to assist those affected by Hurricane Katrina."
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Norwich Bulletin - www.norwichbulletin.com Gold coins add surprise to kettle drives
Norwich Bulletin - www.norwichbulletin.com - Norwich, Conn.: "Gold coins add surprise to kettle drives
Anonymous donors occasionally drop items into Salvation Army collections
By OREN DORELL
Gannett News Service
Anonymous Santas have been dropping gold in Salvation Army kettles across the country, delighting the bell ringers who come out every year before Christmas to take in spare change for the poor.
“Whoever does this is very clever about putting the money in the kettle because we never know what he’s doing,” says Sue Hennings, spokeswoman for the Waterloo, Iowa, chapter of the Salvation Army. “It truly makes it Christmas.”"
Anonymous donors occasionally drop items into Salvation Army collections
By OREN DORELL
Gannett News Service
Anonymous Santas have been dropping gold in Salvation Army kettles across the country, delighting the bell ringers who come out every year before Christmas to take in spare change for the poor.
“Whoever does this is very clever about putting the money in the kettle because we never know what he’s doing,” says Sue Hennings, spokeswoman for the Waterloo, Iowa, chapter of the Salvation Army. “It truly makes it Christmas.”"
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NWAnews.com :: Bloggers connect donors, charities
NWAnews.com :: Northwest Arkansas' News Source: "Hoping to tap into a new source of donations this Christmas season, Heifer International is reaching out to bloggers like Erin McKean, a dictionary editor with a zeal for dresses with stories to tell.
The editor-in-chief of The New Oxford American Dictionary is among about 100 bloggers raising money in a new campaign rolled out by Heifer, the Little Rock charity famous for supplying livestock to families in the world’s neediest places."
The editor-in-chief of The New Oxford American Dictionary is among about 100 bloggers raising money in a new campaign rolled out by Heifer, the Little Rock charity famous for supplying livestock to families in the world’s neediest places."
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Local giving circle blends philanthropy, social time | www.azstarnet.com ®
Local giving circle blends philanthropy, social time | www.azstarnet.com ®:
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"The trend in grass-roots efforts to form giving circles has popped up nationally and is picking up in the Phoenix area and could catch on in Tucson, said Rick Wilson, president of the Southern Arizona chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
'We get to know our own community more. It's like a survey course on local charities,' said Ellie Bublick, a 41-year-old University of Arizona law professor."
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"The trend in grass-roots efforts to form giving circles has popped up nationally and is picking up in the Phoenix area and could catch on in Tucson, said Rick Wilson, president of the Southern Arizona chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
'We get to know our own community more. It's like a survey course on local charities,' said Ellie Bublick, a 41-year-old University of Arizona law professor."
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LOCAL NEWS | KHOU.com | As Shriners membership dwindles, so does funding
LOCAL NEWS | KHOU.com | News for Houston, Texas:
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It’s a fraternity-turned-philanthropy organization that began more than 100 years ago.
“It’s a labor of love for them, and it’s all volunteer,” Gantt said. “Not only do they donate the time, but they donate the money.”
Hundreds of millions of dollars, actually, to treat children in their hospitals from coast to coast.
But the Shriners are dying.
The membership exploded after World War II, but like many of the soldiers of that era, the Shiners are fading into history.
The membership that exploded after World War II is like many soldiers of that era, slowly fading into history."
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It’s a fraternity-turned-philanthropy organization that began more than 100 years ago.
“It’s a labor of love for them, and it’s all volunteer,” Gantt said. “Not only do they donate the time, but they donate the money.”
Hundreds of millions of dollars, actually, to treat children in their hospitals from coast to coast.
But the Shriners are dying.
The membership exploded after World War II, but like many of the soldiers of that era, the Shiners are fading into history.
The membership that exploded after World War II is like many soldiers of that era, slowly fading into history."
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Babson College - Women, Philanthropy and Advancement
Babson College - Women, Philanthropy and Advancement: "Women, Philanthropy and Advancement
It's that time of year, when many of us are thinking of the things we have to be grateful for and are turning to end-of-year giving. In recent research from the Center for Women's Leadership on woman-led businesses in Massachusetts, one of the findings that struck me was the link between the employment of women and the philanthropic activity of the firm."
It's that time of year, when many of us are thinking of the things we have to be grateful for and are turning to end-of-year giving. In recent research from the Center for Women's Leadership on woman-led businesses in Massachusetts, one of the findings that struck me was the link between the employment of women and the philanthropic activity of the firm."
Monday, December 11, 2006
End of Year Donations May Be Affected by Pension Protection Act
End of Year Donations May Be Affected by Pension Protection Act: "End of Year Donations May Be Affected by Pension Protection Act
The Pension Protection Act of 2006 has several provisions that could affect your end-of-year charitable donations. For instance, you can make contributions from an IRA account but you must be 70 1/2 years of age."
The Pension Protection Act of 2006 has several provisions that could affect your end-of-year charitable donations. For instance, you can make contributions from an IRA account but you must be 70 1/2 years of age."
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The Calgary Sun - Charity given precious coin
The Calgary Sun - Charity given precious coin: "BARRE, Vt. -- With the drop of a single coin into a Salvation Army holiday collection kettle, the group may have been enriched by as much as $14,000."
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ContraCostaTimes.com | 12/10/2006 | Community college foundations have common aims
ContraCostaTimes.com | 12/10/2006 | Community college foundations have common aims: "Community college foundations have common aims
By Linda Cherry
DR. BILL VAN DYK is straightforward about why he serves on the Contra Costa College Foundation board of directors and is now in his second term as its president.
He supports CCC because his San Pablo dental practice is dependent upon graduates from the college's dental assisting program. His personal donations to the CCC Foundation are designated for the dental assisting program, and he urges other West County dentists to follow his lead.
Many foundation board members at Contra Costa College, Diablo Valley College and Los Medanos College are in the same situation. Whether they are in business, government or the nonprofit sector, their organizations benefit from well-trained and educated community college students."
By Linda Cherry
DR. BILL VAN DYK is straightforward about why he serves on the Contra Costa College Foundation board of directors and is now in his second term as its president.
He supports CCC because his San Pablo dental practice is dependent upon graduates from the college's dental assisting program. His personal donations to the CCC Foundation are designated for the dental assisting program, and he urges other West County dentists to follow his lead.
Many foundation board members at Contra Costa College, Diablo Valley College and Los Medanos College are in the same situation. Whether they are in business, government or the nonprofit sector, their organizations benefit from well-trained and educated community college students."
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The Lord Giveth, and Now He Takes Visa - New York Times
The Lord Giveth, and Now He Takes Visa - New York Times: "The Lord Giveth, and Now He Takes Visa
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: December 10, 2006
MARTINEZ, Ga., Dec. 9 (AP) — At the evangelical Stevens Creek Community Church, God takes credit cards.
Rainier Ehrhardt/Associated Press
Kiosks at the Stevens Creek Community Church in Martinez, Ga., accept donations via credit or debit card.
Debit cards, too.
Two “giving kiosks” sit outside the church’s chapel in East Georgia, high-tech collection plates that allow people to swipe their credit or debit cards and instantly send donations. Marty Baker, the church’s pastor, likes to call the terminals A.T.M.’s: “automatic tithe machines.”"
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: December 10, 2006
MARTINEZ, Ga., Dec. 9 (AP) — At the evangelical Stevens Creek Community Church, God takes credit cards.
Rainier Ehrhardt/Associated Press
Kiosks at the Stevens Creek Community Church in Martinez, Ga., accept donations via credit or debit card.
Debit cards, too.
Two “giving kiosks” sit outside the church’s chapel in East Georgia, high-tech collection plates that allow people to swipe their credit or debit cards and instantly send donations. Marty Baker, the church’s pastor, likes to call the terminals A.T.M.’s: “automatic tithe machines.”"
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Professional coaches offer new management skills to nonprofits - Examiner.com
Professional coaches offer new management skills to nonprofits - Examiner.com: "Professional coaches offer new management skills to nonprofits
Frank Sietzen, The Examiner
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Dec 11, 2006 3:00 AM (7 hrs ago)
Current rank: # 551 of 10,328 articles
WASHINGTON - At this time of the year, the coaches that get the most attention are in front of a football team. But there’s a new breed of coach — largely hidden from view — that’s helping to transform non-profits. With real world experience and day-to-day advice, professional business coaches help nonprofit leaders improve their on-the-job performance."
Frank Sietzen, The Examiner
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Dec 11, 2006 3:00 AM (7 hrs ago)
Current rank: # 551 of 10,328 articles
WASHINGTON - At this time of the year, the coaches that get the most attention are in front of a football team. But there’s a new breed of coach — largely hidden from view — that’s helping to transform non-profits. With real world experience and day-to-day advice, professional business coaches help nonprofit leaders improve their on-the-job performance."
How you can deduct now, give later | csmonitor.com
How you can deduct now, give later | csmonitor.com: "How you can deduct now, give later
Want to share the wealth, but don't know where? Financial experts point to donor-advised funds as a good choice.
By G. Jeffrey MacDonald | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
Establishing an endowment for charitable distributions is no longer the exclusive province of the wealthy, thanks in large measure to intensifying competition in the financial services industry.
In October, the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund cut the minimum amount required to open a donor-advised fund in half. Donors may now establish a fund, which is an investment account earmarked for charitable distribution, with as little as $5,000."
Want to share the wealth, but don't know where? Financial experts point to donor-advised funds as a good choice.
By G. Jeffrey MacDonald | Correspondent of The Christian Science Monitor
Establishing an endowment for charitable distributions is no longer the exclusive province of the wealthy, thanks in large measure to intensifying competition in the financial services industry.
In October, the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund cut the minimum amount required to open a donor-advised fund in half. Donors may now establish a fund, which is an investment account earmarked for charitable distribution, with as little as $5,000."
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New Line on Credit - washingtonpost.com
New Line on Credit - washingtonpost.com: "New Line on Credit
Popularized in the Developing World, Microloans Help Finance Budding Businesses
By Krissah Williams
Washington Post Staff Writer
Monday, December 11, 2006; Page D01
Awoman in a rural South Asian village receives a loan of about $250 to buy a dairy cow. She milks the cow, sells the milk and improves her standard of living while repaying the loan. In much of the world, this is microfinance.
In the United States, microfinance is an entirely different animal. An aspiring entrepreneur typically needs thousands, not hundreds, of dollars to build a business that has a chance of turning a profit."
Popularized in the Developing World, Microloans Help Finance Budding Businesses
By Krissah Williams
Washington Post Staff Writer
Monday, December 11, 2006; Page D01
Awoman in a rural South Asian village receives a loan of about $250 to buy a dairy cow. She milks the cow, sells the milk and improves her standard of living while repaying the loan. In much of the world, this is microfinance.
In the United States, microfinance is an entirely different animal. An aspiring entrepreneur typically needs thousands, not hundreds, of dollars to build a business that has a chance of turning a profit."
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TimesDispatch.com | Carter's Grove plantation will be sold
TimesDispatch.com | Carter's Grove plantation will be sold: "Carter's Grove plantation will be sold
BY ANDREW PETKOFSKY
TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF WRITER
Dec 9, 2006
WILLIAMSBURG -- Carter's Grove, the historic 400-acre James River plantation that for years was a tourist attraction operated by Colonial Williamsburg, is for sale.
Four years after closing it, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation announced yesterday that it will sell the plantation on a 'fully protected basis' with restrictions to preserve its views, architecture, archaeology and environment."
BY ANDREW PETKOFSKY
TIMES-DISPATCH STAFF WRITER
Dec 9, 2006
WILLIAMSBURG -- Carter's Grove, the historic 400-acre James River plantation that for years was a tourist attraction operated by Colonial Williamsburg, is for sale.
Four years after closing it, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation announced yesterday that it will sell the plantation on a 'fully protected basis' with restrictions to preserve its views, architecture, archaeology and environment."
MySA.com: Business-2nd-richest man pays call on S.A.
MySA.com: Business: "2nd-richest man pays call on S.A.
Web Posted: 12/09/2006 12:17 AM CST
David Hendricks
Express-News business writer
Warren Buffett may be widely known for the wealth he's accumulated, but he's no Ebenezer Scrooge.
The world's second-richest businessman, who was in San Antonio on Friday, announced this year he would give at least $37 billion of his wealth to charity.
But that has always been the plan of the man whose sage investment advice has earned him the moniker 'Oracle of Omaha.' Buffett, the chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., said Friday that ever since his 20s, he intended to commit all of his stock to charity."
Web Posted: 12/09/2006 12:17 AM CST
David Hendricks
Express-News business writer
Warren Buffett may be widely known for the wealth he's accumulated, but he's no Ebenezer Scrooge.
The world's second-richest businessman, who was in San Antonio on Friday, announced this year he would give at least $37 billion of his wealth to charity.
But that has always been the plan of the man whose sage investment advice has earned him the moniker 'Oracle of Omaha.' Buffett, the chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., said Friday that ever since his 20s, he intended to commit all of his stock to charity."
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