It's party time -- sort of - Austin Business Journal:

It's party time -- sort of - Austin Business Journal:: "The success of some non-events nationally shows that charities are indeed piquing donors' interest, insiders say. Charities are finding that donors are willing to give to non-events because they believe their money is going directly to help those in need as opposed to footing the bill for pricey dinners, bands and centerpieces, according to the Association of Fundraising Professionals."