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Friday, February 09, 2007
News onPhilanthropy: Facebook Launches Virtual Giving Campaign
News onPhilanthropy: Facebook Launches Virtual Giving Campaign: "This week Facebook, the immensely popular online social network, entered the e-philanthropy realm by launching a new feature that enables users to buy virtual icons to appear on the online profiles of their friends. At a cost of $1 each, the net proceeds of these “tiny tokens of appreciation” will be donated to charity. Facebook administrators choose Komen for the Cure, the breast cancer research organization, as the designated charity for the month of February, because “Breast Cancer Awareness is the largest cause related group on Facebook.” No word yet on how long this campaign will last, or whether it will be opened to other charities."
A date with Shakespeare
A date with Shakespeare: "A date with Shakespeare
By Ann Efimetz
The Virginia Gazette
Published February 7, 2007
WILLIAMSBURG -- Looking for a date night idea?
Movie? Dinner? Nothing original there.
Click here to find out more!
How about Shakespeare?
More and more young people have been spending their Saturday nights with the Bard. Over the past two seasons, Virginia Shakespeare productions have drawn a younger crowd, fully 20% of all ticket sales."
By Ann Efimetz
The Virginia Gazette
Published February 7, 2007
WILLIAMSBURG -- Looking for a date night idea?
Movie? Dinner? Nothing original there.
Click here to find out more!
How about Shakespeare?
More and more young people have been spending their Saturday nights with the Bard. Over the past two seasons, Virginia Shakespeare productions have drawn a younger crowd, fully 20% of all ticket sales."
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Lois Romano - Ethics Rules May Inadvertently Burden Charities - washingtonpost.com
Lois Romano - Ethics Rules May Inadvertently Burden Charities - washingtonpost.com: "Ethics Rules May Inadvertently Burden Charities
By Lois Romano
Thursday, February 8, 2007; Page A19
Anxiety over the new House ethics rules ratcheted up this week as lawmakers' spouses demanded clarification of whether the rules apply to them, and eight House members backed out of a fundraising gala for a major theatrical company when ethics lawyers stated that they could not attend as guests."
By Lois Romano
Thursday, February 8, 2007; Page A19
Anxiety over the new House ethics rules ratcheted up this week as lawmakers' spouses demanded clarification of whether the rules apply to them, and eight House members backed out of a fundraising gala for a major theatrical company when ethics lawyers stated that they could not attend as guests."
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icWales - Welsh MP to trek Arctic for charity
icWales - Welsh MP to trek Arctic for charity: "A WELSH MP will today set off for a 400km trek across the Arctic to raise funds for charity.
Jenny Willott, the Liberal Democrat MP for Cardiff Central, will join four other MPs for the trip.
She will be raising cash for Cancer Research UK, The Children's Society, Crimestoppers and T Hafan, the children's hospice based near Barry."
Jenny Willott, the Liberal Democrat MP for Cardiff Central, will join four other MPs for the trip.
She will be raising cash for Cancer Research UK, The Children's Society, Crimestoppers and T Hafan, the children's hospice based near Barry."
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Reaching across generations -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY
Reaching across generations -- Page 1 -- Times Union - Albany NY: "Reaching across generations
What gets baby boomers to volunteer may not work with others, conference learns
By ERIC ANDERSON, Deputy business editor
Click byline for more stories by writer.
First published: Friday, February 9, 2007
COLONIE -- How do people born in different generations differ?
'Boomers have to go to work,' observed keynote speaker David Stillman, as Silda Wall Spitzer and Mayor Jerry Jennings excused themselves in the middle of his talk Thursday.
Stillman, the co-author of 'When Generations Collide,' a book about generational conflict in work, was at The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center to talk about the influences that shape different generations."
What gets baby boomers to volunteer may not work with others, conference learns
By ERIC ANDERSON, Deputy business editor
Click byline for more stories by writer.
First published: Friday, February 9, 2007
COLONIE -- How do people born in different generations differ?
'Boomers have to go to work,' observed keynote speaker David Stillman, as Silda Wall Spitzer and Mayor Jerry Jennings excused themselves in the middle of his talk Thursday.
Stillman, the co-author of 'When Generations Collide,' a book about generational conflict in work, was at The Desmond Hotel & Conference Center to talk about the influences that shape different generations."
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E-Philanthropy on the Rise - Make Sure You Are In the Game
E-Philanthropy on the Rise - Make Sure You Are In the Game: "he growth in Internet use by nonprofits has been phenomenal. Funds raised online have gone from $250 million in 2000 to more than $5 billion in 2006. Some predict that online fundraising will continue to explode with as much as a thirty percent gain each year."
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Council Announces New Critical Impact Award Winners :: PNNOnline ::
Council Announces New Critical Impact Award Winners :: PNNOnline ::: "Council Announces New Critical Impact Award Winners
Posted by: laurakujawski on Friday, February 9, 2007
Topic Conferences and Events
The Council on Foundations has named The Copen Family Fund, the Flintridge Foundation, the Jacobs Family Foundation and the Rasmuson Foundation as the recipients of the inaugural Critical Impact Award for family foundations. This award recognizes projects funded by family foundations that have had a demonstrated impact on the common good and serve as models for others in philanthropy.
'This award was created for a very special reason - to recognize those who truly make a difference in their grantmaking while sharing with the public examples of how philanthropy seeks to enhance the common good,' said Steve Gunderson, president and CEO of the Council on Foundations. 'The Council on Foundations recognizes the Critical Impact Award winners for their innovative leadership and bold vision that enhances the common good through effective grantmaking. Twenty-first century philanthropy requires a focus on the impact of our grantmaking.'"
Posted by: laurakujawski on Friday, February 9, 2007
Topic Conferences and Events
The Council on Foundations has named The Copen Family Fund, the Flintridge Foundation, the Jacobs Family Foundation and the Rasmuson Foundation as the recipients of the inaugural Critical Impact Award for family foundations. This award recognizes projects funded by family foundations that have had a demonstrated impact on the common good and serve as models for others in philanthropy.
'This award was created for a very special reason - to recognize those who truly make a difference in their grantmaking while sharing with the public examples of how philanthropy seeks to enhance the common good,' said Steve Gunderson, president and CEO of the Council on Foundations. 'The Council on Foundations recognizes the Critical Impact Award winners for their innovative leadership and bold vision that enhances the common good through effective grantmaking. Twenty-first century philanthropy requires a focus on the impact of our grantmaking.'"
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Dump and Run logistics handed to non-profits
Dump and Run logistics handed to non-profits: "Dump and Run logistics handed to non-profits
February 9, 2007
By Will Jacob
Orient Staff
This June, the College will no longer coordinate the annual Dump and Run sale. Instead, a group of non-profit organizations are taking control of the event, now known as Give and Go.
Since 2002, the Dump and Run sale has allowed students to recycle items that they can't fit to bring home or don't want anymore. Students discard their belongings at drop-off sites around the dorms and these objects are sorted and resold in the Dayton Ice Arena."
February 9, 2007
By Will Jacob
Orient Staff
This June, the College will no longer coordinate the annual Dump and Run sale. Instead, a group of non-profit organizations are taking control of the event, now known as Give and Go.
Since 2002, the Dump and Run sale has allowed students to recycle items that they can't fit to bring home or don't want anymore. Students discard their belongings at drop-off sites around the dorms and these objects are sorted and resold in the Dayton Ice Arena."
SI.com - Writers - Melissa Segura: Athletes find a different way to give back - Thursday February 8, 2007 1:41PM
SI.com - Writers - Melissa Segura: Athletes find a different way to give back - Thursday February 8, 2007 1:41PM:
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"What concerns us is that this proliferation of charities is creating a huge competition for donor dollars,' Walter Sczudlo, executive vice-president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals told The NonProfit Times. 'There are so many charities now going after so few dollars.'"
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"What concerns us is that this proliferation of charities is creating a huge competition for donor dollars,' Walter Sczudlo, executive vice-president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals told The NonProfit Times. 'There are so many charities now going after so few dollars.'"
Giving back: The realities of working at a nonprofit - Feb. 8, 2007
Giving back: The realities of working at a nonprofit - Feb. 8, 2007: "ortune) -- Dear Annie: After almost 30 years working in finance and administration (for three big companies and one startup), I'd like to make a radical career change. During my entire adult life so far, I've been active with a couple of volunteer organizations, and on the board of one of them, and I'm wondering how practical it might be to think about working full time for a nonprofit.
Assuming there are charities that could use my business skills, how do I start job hunting? Are there recruiters who specialize in nonprofits? Will I have to take a huge pay cut? -Ready and Willing"
Assuming there are charities that could use my business skills, how do I start job hunting? Are there recruiters who specialize in nonprofits? Will I have to take a huge pay cut? -Ready and Willing"
Venture Philanthropy 2.0 -- Premier PhilanthroMedia Audiocast | PhilanthroMedia
Venture Philanthropy 2.0 -- Premier PhilanthroMedia Audiocast | PhilanthroMedia: "Venture Philanthropy (VP) was all the rage in late 90's but when the dot.com boom crashed, it did too. The naysayers had their day but the Phoenix is rising again. PhilanthroMedia's premier audiocast, produced in association with Community Foundations of America, focuses on what I call Venture Philanthropy 2.0. In less than eight minutes of your precious time, get the scoop from:"
TheStar.com - News - Sick Kids gets record $30M gift
TheStar.com - News - Sick Kids gets record $30M gift: "As Arthur Labatt figures it, this was his yacht.
Labatt and his wife, Sonia, yesterday announced the largest private donation ever to Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children, when they pledged $30 million for a new heart centre and expanded brain tumour research.
'I didn't want a super large house or a $30 million boat. So ... this is the boat,' said the Canadian beer scion, who really struck it rich in mutual funds as a co-founder in 1981 of Trimark Financial Corp."
Labatt and his wife, Sonia, yesterday announced the largest private donation ever to Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children, when they pledged $30 million for a new heart centre and expanded brain tumour research.
'I didn't want a super large house or a $30 million boat. So ... this is the boat,' said the Canadian beer scion, who really struck it rich in mutual funds as a co-founder in 1981 of Trimark Financial Corp."
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Thursday, February 08, 2007
Maine Initiatives breaks the mold
Maine Initiatives breaks the mold: "n the world of philanthropy, foundations are usually the well-endowed institutions headed by well-heeled people who give money to well-known charities. They do good work, fund needy causes and make few waves. Their donors are happy; their boards are happy; their grantees are happy.
Back in the 1960s and 1970s, many children of those foundations' founders decided they didn't want to work in the same way. So they started foundations that weren't like their fathers' and mothers' (and grandparents') foundations."
Back in the 1960s and 1970s, many children of those foundations' founders decided they didn't want to work in the same way. So they started foundations that weren't like their fathers' and mothers' (and grandparents') foundations."
ABC News: Paul Allen: World's Sixth-Richest Man and Bill Gates 'Quirky Twin'
ABC News: Paul Allen: World's Sixth-Richest Man and Bill Gates 'Quirky Twin': "As Microsoft's somber Bill Gates expands his $29 billion foundation for global health and education, the company's more exuberant co-founder has been spending his own fortune — now about $16 billion — like a kid in a candy store.
In the family of Microsoft, Paul Gardner Allen is the quirky twin of his boyhood friend William Henry Gates III, whose $53 billion net worth and public persona tower over Allen's."
In the family of Microsoft, Paul Gardner Allen is the quirky twin of his boyhood friend William Henry Gates III, whose $53 billion net worth and public persona tower over Allen's."
The State of E-Philanthropy in 2007 :: PNNOnline ::
The State of E-Philanthropy in 2007 :: PNNOnline ::: "The State of E-Philanthropy in 2007
Posted by: JaniceHeffernan on Thursday, February 8, 2007
Topic Expert Opinion
The nonprofit sector has come a long way in its use of the Internet. In the last six years, funds raised online by nonprofits have grown from $250 million in 2000 to more than $5 billion in 2006. The pace of growth today continues to be strong. In fact, estimates suggest industry average online fundraising growth continues to exceed 30 percent per year.
Just as online fundraising has grown, so has the adoption of online marketing technology. In 1999, less than 15 percent of nonprofits had Web sites. Few were taking gifts online, and even fewer were collecting and sending emails. While many large, sophisticated groups had built robust Web sites, they suffered from disparate systems that were cumbersome, expensive to maintain and ineffective for building holistic constituent relationships across functions and channels."
Posted by: JaniceHeffernan on Thursday, February 8, 2007
Topic Expert Opinion
The nonprofit sector has come a long way in its use of the Internet. In the last six years, funds raised online by nonprofits have grown from $250 million in 2000 to more than $5 billion in 2006. The pace of growth today continues to be strong. In fact, estimates suggest industry average online fundraising growth continues to exceed 30 percent per year.
Just as online fundraising has grown, so has the adoption of online marketing technology. In 1999, less than 15 percent of nonprofits had Web sites. Few were taking gifts online, and even fewer were collecting and sending emails. While many large, sophisticated groups had built robust Web sites, they suffered from disparate systems that were cumbersome, expensive to maintain and ineffective for building holistic constituent relationships across functions and channels."
onPhilanthropy: Socially Responsible Investing: A Foundation's Duty?
onPhilanthropy: Socially Responsible Investing: A Foundation's Duty?: "Socially Responsible Investing: A Foundation’s Duty?
By Bodi Luse, 2/7/2007
A series of investigative articles in the LA Times on January 7 and 11 took the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to task for investing in companies whose business practices directly oppose the work the world’s largest foundation is trying to do through its grantmaking. Poignant examples cited in the articles included a young child, vaccinated for polio and measles through a Gates-funded program, whose lungs are being destroyed by the Nigeria oil fires, and an elderly Seattle couple who lost their house after being victimized by a predatory lender in which the Gates Foundation is invested."
By Bodi Luse, 2/7/2007
A series of investigative articles in the LA Times on January 7 and 11 took the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to task for investing in companies whose business practices directly oppose the work the world’s largest foundation is trying to do through its grantmaking. Poignant examples cited in the articles included a young child, vaccinated for polio and measles through a Gates-funded program, whose lungs are being destroyed by the Nigeria oil fires, and an elderly Seattle couple who lost their house after being victimized by a predatory lender in which the Gates Foundation is invested."
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
Argus Leader Media - News-A gift of magnitude and generosity'
Argus Leader Media - News: "A gift of magnitude and generosity'
$400 million from Sanford biggest in state history; plans include expanded campus, research, pediatric clinics; Sioux Valley System renamed Sanford Health
By Peter Harriman
pharrima@argusleader.com
Published: February 4, 2007
One of the largest-ever donations to a medical center might enable Sioux Valley Hospitals and Health System to transform itself into a world-class research institution aimed at curing diseases and treating patients across the country.
T. Denny Sanford's $400 million gift, formally announced Saturday in Sioux Falls, provides what will become Sanford Health the ammunition to reach targets in the stratosphere of health care and medical research, according to Sanford Health CEO Kelby Krabbenhoft."
$400 million from Sanford biggest in state history; plans include expanded campus, research, pediatric clinics; Sioux Valley System renamed Sanford Health
By Peter Harriman
pharrima@argusleader.com
Published: February 4, 2007
One of the largest-ever donations to a medical center might enable Sioux Valley Hospitals and Health System to transform itself into a world-class research institution aimed at curing diseases and treating patients across the country.
T. Denny Sanford's $400 million gift, formally announced Saturday in Sioux Falls, provides what will become Sanford Health the ammunition to reach targets in the stratosphere of health care and medical research, according to Sanford Health CEO Kelby Krabbenhoft."
Charity prez weighs in on philanthropy - News
Charity prez weighs in on philanthropy - News: "Susan Berresford, president of the Ford Foundation and one of Forbes Magazine's most powerful women in business, spoke at the Fuqua School of Business Tuesday about the changing face of philanthropy.
Berresford focused on new and old types of philanthropic organizations, stressing her dislike for labels, and encouraged a more united attempt at attacking social issues. The Ford Foundation, which was established in 1936, is the second-largest foundation in the United States.
'We should not be using this old-new dichotomy that separates people,' Berresford said. 'We can instead try to see what is new and exciting that can help our field to be better.'"
Berresford focused on new and old types of philanthropic organizations, stressing her dislike for labels, and encouraged a more united attempt at attacking social issues. The Ford Foundation, which was established in 1936, is the second-largest foundation in the United States.
'We should not be using this old-new dichotomy that separates people,' Berresford said. 'We can instead try to see what is new and exciting that can help our field to be better.'"
starbulletin.com | News | /2007/02/07/-Scrutiny rankles Red Cross volunteers
starbulletin.com | News | /2007/02/07/: "Scrutiny rankles Red Cross volunteers
The Hawaii chapter is concerned about new background checks
By Kristen Consillio
kconsillio@starbulletin.com
Eighteen months after Hurricane Katrina, American Red Cross Hawaii State Chapter volunteers are feeling the effects of the storm.
The Red Cross has mandated background checks for volunteers nationwide, including board members, after accusations of impropriety among volunteers surfaced in the aftermath of Katrina.
The new rule is unprecedented for one of the nation's most well-known charities, and officials of the Hawaii chapter are concerned that the organization will lose some of its 2,000 local volunteers over the issue."
The Hawaii chapter is concerned about new background checks
By Kristen Consillio
kconsillio@starbulletin.com
Eighteen months after Hurricane Katrina, American Red Cross Hawaii State Chapter volunteers are feeling the effects of the storm.
The Red Cross has mandated background checks for volunteers nationwide, including board members, after accusations of impropriety among volunteers surfaced in the aftermath of Katrina.
The new rule is unprecedented for one of the nation's most well-known charities, and officials of the Hawaii chapter are concerned that the organization will lose some of its 2,000 local volunteers over the issue."
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MercuryNews.com | 02/06/2007 | Boy's gift prompts donations
MercuryNews.com | 02/06/2007 | Boy's gift prompts donations: "PIGGY-BANK DRIVE: BOY'S GIFT PROMPTS DONATIONS:
By Leslie Griffy
Mercury News
* Students inspire others to give
A 17-year-old special education student donated the coins she had collected for years. A woman whose infant was treated at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford wrote a check. And a retired elevator operator brought in a bucket of change so heavy that he had to use a dolly to carry it.
Like hundreds of other Mercury News readers, they were touched by the story of 5-year-old Hayden Chavarria. The brown-haired San Jose boy gave up his life savings -- $33 in change emptied out of his rocket-shaped piggy bank -- to provide seed money to replace his kindergarten classroom's stolen computer."
By Leslie Griffy
Mercury News
* Students inspire others to give
A 17-year-old special education student donated the coins she had collected for years. A woman whose infant was treated at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford wrote a check. And a retired elevator operator brought in a bucket of change so heavy that he had to use a dolly to carry it.
Like hundreds of other Mercury News readers, they were touched by the story of 5-year-old Hayden Chavarria. The brown-haired San Jose boy gave up his life savings -- $33 in change emptied out of his rocket-shaped piggy bank -- to provide seed money to replace his kindergarten classroom's stolen computer."
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Editorials | Rhode Island news | projo.com | The Providence Journal-Charitable conundrum
Editorials | Rhode Island news | projo.com | The Providence Journal: "The opening years of the 21st Century have not been happy ones for many nonprofits in Rhode Island. High taxes have driven many rich people away from the state, for at least more than half of the year, and with them went the charitable dollars that are crucial to helping our neediest citizens and maintaining the region’s quality of life.
Matters were made worse by a 2001 state Supreme Court ruling that found that charitable giving could be used to determine residency for tax purposes. Since then, accountants have been advising their clients who live more than six months of the year in Florida or other low-tax states: If you don’t want to be taxed as if you live in Rhode Island, don’t give a cent here."
Matters were made worse by a 2001 state Supreme Court ruling that found that charitable giving could be used to determine residency for tax purposes. Since then, accountants have been advising their clients who live more than six months of the year in Florida or other low-tax states: If you don’t want to be taxed as if you live in Rhode Island, don’t give a cent here."
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Raising funds just part of the job at nonprofits | EastValleyTribune.com
Raising funds just part of the job at nonprofits | EastValleyTribune.com: "Raising funds just part of the job at nonprofits
By Michelle Reese, For the Tribune
February 5, 2007
Robin Abels and Valerie Jones both found their jobs because they believed in a cause. For Abels, associate director of Power Paws, she and her family saw possibilities in raising assistance dogs for people with disabilities. It’s truly a family affair at Power Paws."
By Michelle Reese, For the Tribune
February 5, 2007
Robin Abels and Valerie Jones both found their jobs because they believed in a cause. For Abels, associate director of Power Paws, she and her family saw possibilities in raising assistance dogs for people with disabilities. It’s truly a family affair at Power Paws."
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Philadelphia Inquirer | 02/06/2007 | Don't tar with the same brush
Philadelphia Inquirer | 02/06/2007 | Don't tar with the same brush:
"Integrity may be the most important characteristic an organization possesses. It may even be at a higher premium in a nonprofit organization, where public trust is so intertwined.
The entire nonprofit sector received a body blow recently when it was reported that the former president of the Independence Seaport Museum had been accused of defrauding the organization of $2.4 million to support his extravagant lifestyle. By exposing that one suspected bad apple, every one of the nearly 22,000 nonprofits in the Philadelphia region got tainted.
The overwhelming majority of nonprofits locally and nationally are trustworthy organizations working hard, often under adverse conditions for far less remuneration than they are worth,"
"Integrity may be the most important characteristic an organization possesses. It may even be at a higher premium in a nonprofit organization, where public trust is so intertwined.
The entire nonprofit sector received a body blow recently when it was reported that the former president of the Independence Seaport Museum had been accused of defrauding the organization of $2.4 million to support his extravagant lifestyle. By exposing that one suspected bad apple, every one of the nearly 22,000 nonprofits in the Philadelphia region got tainted.
The overwhelming majority of nonprofits locally and nationally are trustworthy organizations working hard, often under adverse conditions for far less remuneration than they are worth,"
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NWAnews.com :: Workshop highlights benefits of nonprofit work
NWAnews.com :: Northwest Arkansas' News Source:
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"Hintz spoke to nearly 35 students about the world of nonprofit organizations and how students could start their careers in that field.
“ There are over 400, 000 non-profit organizations in the nation, and they generate over $ 1 trillion, ” he said. “ If you think about the pool of potential jobs, that’s huge. ”"
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"Hintz spoke to nearly 35 students about the world of nonprofit organizations and how students could start their careers in that field.
“ There are over 400, 000 non-profit organizations in the nation, and they generate over $ 1 trillion, ” he said. “ If you think about the pool of potential jobs, that’s huge. ”"
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Monday, February 05, 2007
Oshkosh Northwestern - Editorial: United Way faces new challenges despite community charity
Oshkosh Northwestern - Editorial: United Way faces new challenges despite community charity: "Editorial: United Way faces new challenges despite community charity
The mercury isn't rising like it used to in those fundraising 'thermometers' at prominent corners around Oshkosh and other northeastern Wisconsin communities.
Some United Way fund drives fare better than others. Many are having a difficult time."
The mercury isn't rising like it used to in those fundraising 'thermometers' at prominent corners around Oshkosh and other northeastern Wisconsin communities.
Some United Way fund drives fare better than others. Many are having a difficult time."
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Careers in the world of nonprofits - Life & Style
Careers in the world of nonprofits - Life & Style: "UA students might be surprised by the companies attending this week's career fair.
The Career Development Center and the UA School of Law will host the first ever Nonprofit Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 7 in the Arkansas Union Altell Ballroom.
Career Specialist and UA undergraduate Cole Bockenfeld came up with the idea while attending a nonprofit conference in Washington D.C. last October, he said.
At the convention Hunter Goodman, Arkansas Coalition for Excellence executive director, asked delegates how to connect nonprofit organizations with students, Bockenfeld said."
The Career Development Center and the UA School of Law will host the first ever Nonprofit Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 7 in the Arkansas Union Altell Ballroom.
Career Specialist and UA undergraduate Cole Bockenfeld came up with the idea while attending a nonprofit conference in Washington D.C. last October, he said.
At the convention Hunter Goodman, Arkansas Coalition for Excellence executive director, asked delegates how to connect nonprofit organizations with students, Bockenfeld said."
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IRAs fill coffers of local charities
IRAs fill coffers of local charities: "IRAs fill coffers of local charities
Rollover money is tax-free donation
Saturday, February 03, 2007
Barb Galbincea
Plain Dealer Reporter
Contributions are rolling in to Northeast Ohio nonprofits via a limited option for older Americans to roll over money from their individual retirement accounts as tax-free donations to charity.
The Jewish Community Federation of Cleveland has raised more than $1.8 million from IRAs; other area institutions report six-figure tallies."
Rollover money is tax-free donation
Saturday, February 03, 2007
Barb Galbincea
Plain Dealer Reporter
Contributions are rolling in to Northeast Ohio nonprofits via a limited option for older Americans to roll over money from their individual retirement accounts as tax-free donations to charity.
The Jewish Community Federation of Cleveland has raised more than $1.8 million from IRAs; other area institutions report six-figure tallies."
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Nonprofits get Statehouse day
Nonprofits get Statehouse day: "The fourth annual Nonprofit Day at the Statehouse will feature displays from nonprofit groups, the unveiling of a new awards program and a panel discussion on tax reform and economic development Wednesday.
The Maine Association of Nonprofits plans to announce three new cash awards recognizing Maine nonprofit organizations that show significant results by combining ingenuity with sound management."
The Maine Association of Nonprofits plans to announce three new cash awards recognizing Maine nonprofit organizations that show significant results by combining ingenuity with sound management."
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UNCG: Campaign $71 Million
UNCG: Campaign $71 Million: "Students First Campaign Tops $71 million
By Steve Gilliam , University Relations
Contact: (336) 334-5371
Posted 2-2-07
GREENSBORO, NC – The Students First Campaign received gifts, pledges and commitments of $25.2 million in 2006, bringing to $71.7 million the total that has been raised for The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The record-setting year has the campaign approaching the three-quarters mark of its $100 million goal.
When the year-end results were tallied in January, the actual figure was at $71,676,943 – with cash gifts totaling $36.3 million; pledges, $9.3 million; and planned gifts, $26 million. The campaign’s major objectives are undergraduate and graduate scholarships and academic programs"
By Steve Gilliam , University Relations
Contact: (336) 334-5371
Posted 2-2-07
GREENSBORO, NC – The Students First Campaign received gifts, pledges and commitments of $25.2 million in 2006, bringing to $71.7 million the total that has been raised for The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The record-setting year has the campaign approaching the three-quarters mark of its $100 million goal.
When the year-end results were tallied in January, the actual figure was at $71,676,943 – with cash gifts totaling $36.3 million; pledges, $9.3 million; and planned gifts, $26 million. The campaign’s major objectives are undergraduate and graduate scholarships and academic programs"
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John Kostrzewa | Rhode Island news | projo.com | The Providence Journal-Nonprofits shouldn’t drive R.I. job growth
John Kostrzewa | Rhode Island news | projo.com | The Providence Journal: "Nonprofits, by some analyses, are running neck and neck with tourism as the state’s second-largest employer and ahead of manufacturing, once the state’s biggest industry but now on a steady decline.
There are two ways to look at the expansion of nonprofits.
It’s good news that there are places for people to do worthwhile work that benefits the community. And the growth of nonprofits during the recession earlier this decade certainly stabilized an uneven economy and helped fill job losses.
On the other hand, however, do we really want to build an economy on a service sector that traditionally doesn’t pay as well as technology, financial services or manufacturing?"
There are two ways to look at the expansion of nonprofits.
It’s good news that there are places for people to do worthwhile work that benefits the community. And the growth of nonprofits during the recession earlier this decade certainly stabilized an uneven economy and helped fill job losses.
On the other hand, however, do we really want to build an economy on a service sector that traditionally doesn’t pay as well as technology, financial services or manufacturing?"
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Kids tackle charity in 2007 Souper Bowl - Roanoke.com
Kids tackle charity in 2007 Souper Bowl - Roanoke.com: "Kids tackle charity in 2007 Souper Bowl
Church youth groups in Virginia spent game day collecting food for the annual nationwide drive.
By Erinn Hutkin
981-3138
As the crowd filed into snow flurries after Sunday services, 11-year-old MacKenzie Plaia stood near the Covenant Presbyterian Church door. She held a giant silver soup kettle, fingers clutching each handle. As the crowd filtered past, many tossed in cash for the cause displayed on a sticker on the kettle: 'Souper Bowl.'"
Church youth groups in Virginia spent game day collecting food for the annual nationwide drive.
By Erinn Hutkin
981-3138
As the crowd filed into snow flurries after Sunday services, 11-year-old MacKenzie Plaia stood near the Covenant Presbyterian Church door. She held a giant silver soup kettle, fingers clutching each handle. As the crowd filtered past, many tossed in cash for the cause displayed on a sticker on the kettle: 'Souper Bowl.'"
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IOL: Olympic shoes fetch thousands for charity
IOL: Olympic shoes fetch thousands for charity: "Beijing - A pair of Olympic champion Liu Xiang's running spikes fetched 200 000 yuan (about R180 000) at a charity auction for the children of migrant workers in Beijing at the weekend, Xinhua news agency reported on Monday."
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Jawonio starts online auction to raise funds
Jawonio starts online auction to raise funds: "Jawonio starts online auction to raise funds
By HEMA EASLEY
THE JOURNAL NEWS
(Original publication: February 5, 2007)
Since its inception 60 years ago, Jawonio has been raising money to help support programs for people with disabilities.
On Friday it began a new fundraising effort with the launch of an online auction, one of the first by a nonprofit organization in Rockland County."
By HEMA EASLEY
THE JOURNAL NEWS
(Original publication: February 5, 2007)
Since its inception 60 years ago, Jawonio has been raising money to help support programs for people with disabilities.
On Friday it began a new fundraising effort with the launch of an online auction, one of the first by a nonprofit organization in Rockland County."
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Charitable disorganization
Sports figures such as Alonzo Mourning and Dan Marino continue to work tirelessly to raise millions for charity. But there are many others whose attempts fail hopelessly"
Charitable disorganization
Sports figures such as Alonzo Mourning and Dan Marino continue to work tirelessly to raise millions for charity. But there are many others whose attempts fail hopelessly"
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