Friday, November 28, 2008
Philanthropy Day Honors Generosity - washingtonpost.com
Philanthropy Day Honors Generosity - washingtonpost.com: "Just imagine what we could do if we modeled ourselves on our awardees,' said Nancy Withbroe, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals' Washington chapter, which organized lunch for 500 to mark its seventh annual National Capital Philanthropy Day."
Business Edge News Magazine - businessedge.ca - Ontario Edition - Corporate charity to be tested by slowdown
Business Edge News Magazine - businessedge.ca - Ontario Edition - Corporate charity to be tested by slowdown: "Steve Baker, president of the board of directors of the Edmonton chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), agrees it may be well into 2009 before any new trend is noticed. 'By that, I mean whether or not there are going to be some companies that make a dramatic change,' he adds."
Fundraising pros in demand - Denver Business Journal:
Fundraising pros in demand - Denver Business Journal:: "“If people coming from the for-profit world are looking for something meaningful in their lives, the development profession can meet those needs,” said Aleah Horstman, president of the Colorado chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).
“It’s one of the most amazing, rewarding professions,” said Horstman, a veteran fundraiser who’s about to move from Planned Parenthood to Thornton-based Arapahoe House, a substance-abuse and behavioral-health services program. “You meet some great people and work for phenomenal organizations that do great work.”"
“It’s one of the most amazing, rewarding professions,” said Horstman, a veteran fundraiser who’s about to move from Planned Parenthood to Thornton-based Arapahoe House, a substance-abuse and behavioral-health services program. “You meet some great people and work for phenomenal organizations that do great work.”"
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Global economic crisis puts Aspire, Annual Giving at risk - The Daily Princetonian
Global economic crisis puts Aspire, Annual Giving at risk - The Daily Princetonian: "Global economic crisis puts Aspire, Annual Giving at risk
By Josh Oppenheimer
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Published: Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
The University is at risk of missing its Annual Giving (AG) and Aspire capital campaign goals because of the economic downturn, Vice President for Development Brian McDonald ’83 said on Tuesday.
He noted, however, that the University has not yet revised either target, adding that he remains optimistic in spite of challenges."
By Josh Oppenheimer
Staff Writer
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Published: Wednesday, November 26th, 2008
The University is at risk of missing its Annual Giving (AG) and Aspire capital campaign goals because of the economic downturn, Vice President for Development Brian McDonald ’83 said on Tuesday.
He noted, however, that the University has not yet revised either target, adding that he remains optimistic in spite of challenges."
Gifts of Hope puts turkeys on the table – and you can help - Cambridge, MA - Cambridge Chronicle & Cambridge TAB
Gifts of Hope puts turkeys on the table – and you can help - Cambridge, MA - Cambridge Chronicle & Cambridge TAB: "Last year, this renowned nonprofit agency helped, as it has for almost two decades, more than 1,000 residents of Cambridge and Somerville enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at home. A loyal cadre of volunteers and staff delivered turkey dinners with all the trimmings to families who otherwise would have only bleak memories of a day that is one of our country’s most celebrated holidays."
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Local News | Gates Foundation to slow growth in grants in 2009 | Seattle Times Newspaper
Local News | Gates Foundation to slow growth in grants in 2009 | Seattle Times Newspaper: "Gates Foundation to slow growth in grants in 2009
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation plans to slow the planned growth in its grant making in 2009 in response to the troubled economy.
SEATTLE —
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation plans to slow the planned growth in its grant making in 2009 in response to the troubled economy.
In a letter posted on the foundation's Web site, Chief Executive Officer Jeff Raikes said payouts will grow by about 10 percent in 2009, a smaller growth than previously planned.
The foundation projects it will make about $2.8 billion in grants in 2008, The Seattle Times reports."
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation plans to slow the planned growth in its grant making in 2009 in response to the troubled economy.
SEATTLE —
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation plans to slow the planned growth in its grant making in 2009 in response to the troubled economy.
In a letter posted on the foundation's Web site, Chief Executive Officer Jeff Raikes said payouts will grow by about 10 percent in 2009, a smaller growth than previously planned.
The foundation projects it will make about $2.8 billion in grants in 2008, The Seattle Times reports."
Cost-cutting pays off for 2 Indy nonprofits | IndyStar.com | The Indianapolis Star
Cost-cutting pays off for 2 Indy nonprofits | IndyStar.com | The Indianapolis Star: "This first-ever prize encourages collaboration among nonprofits in order to eliminate duplication and create efficiency – a goal more important than ever given current economic challenges.
The two nonprofits decided to co-locate and merge their respective experiential learning programs for youngsters."
The two nonprofits decided to co-locate and merge their respective experiential learning programs for youngsters."
Food drives run by student volunteers help nonprofits fill empty bellies - Carly Rothman - Helping Hands on NJ.com
Food drives run by student volunteers help nonprofits fill empty bellies - Carly Rothman - Helping Hands on NJ.com: "The bird brigade started in Montville, where volunteers bundled 60 turkeys into baskets to be distributed to local families who could use a little kindness this year. Next, they traveled to the Morristown area and unloaded almost 700 birds at the Interfaith Food Pantry and Market Street Mission before heading to Paterson and dropping off 500 frozen turkeys at the Father English Community Center."
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
The Wealth Report - WSJ.com : Why the Rich Give to Charity
The Wealth Report - WSJ.com : Why the Rich Give to Charity: "Why the Rich Give to Charity
Ask a wealthy donor why they give to charity, and they’ll give one of two answers: making the world a better place or giving back to the community.
But there’s another reason the rich give back to charity: It makes them feel better about themselves."
Ask a wealthy donor why they give to charity, and they’ll give one of two answers: making the world a better place or giving back to the community.
But there’s another reason the rich give back to charity: It makes them feel better about themselves."
The Truth About Celebrity Giving - Forbes.com
The Truth About Celebrity Giving - Forbes.com: "Not much about the world of celebrity philanthropy surprises Stephanie Sandler anymore. For the past nine years, Sandler, senior vice president at the Giving Back Fund, a philanthropic consulting and management firm in Los Angeles, has helped celebrities set up their own foundations. Along the way, she's had first-hand experience in the not-always-truthful world of celebrity giving."
Your Career: The spirit of giving at work - Careers- msnbc.com
Your Career: The spirit of giving at work - Careers- msnbc.com: "As charities struggle to keep up with demand, there’s a growing desire among workers thankful to still have jobs to help those who may not be as fortunate. Many are turning to their colleagues for help with their charitable efforts.
While it’s a noble idea to bring the spirit of giving to your workplace, employees walk a fine line when initiating such volunteer and fundraising efforts, experts say."
While it’s a noble idea to bring the spirit of giving to your workplace, employees walk a fine line when initiating such volunteer and fundraising efforts, experts say."
Record Number Of People Seek Food Bank's Help - Cincinnati News Story - WLWT Cincinnati
Record Number Of People Seek Food Bank's Help - Cincinnati News Story - WLWT Cincinnati: "CINCINNATI -- Monday was a record-setting day at the Freestore Foodbank as 7,661 people stood in the rain and cold to receive emergency food boxes. That’s an increase of 19 percent over the first day of last year’s Thanksgiving food distribution.
This year, the Freestore Foodbank is seeing a lot of new faces, many people who’ve never needed assistance before."
This year, the Freestore Foodbank is seeing a lot of new faces, many people who’ve never needed assistance before."
Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story
Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story: "Hosting a ‘giving circle’: Finding new donors and new dollars
Louise Chatterton LuchukBy Louise Chatterton Luchuk
November 24, 2008
My $500 donation is important, but when it gets pooled with the $500 donations of several other people, the total impact of our giving grows. When we commit to making this level of donation over a few years, the impact is even greater. Now factor in that we want to know as much as we can about the project we’re investing in and track the difference our philanthropy makes to the cause. Well, the value of that $500 donation just grew exponentially."
Louise Chatterton LuchukBy Louise Chatterton Luchuk
November 24, 2008
My $500 donation is important, but when it gets pooled with the $500 donations of several other people, the total impact of our giving grows. When we commit to making this level of donation over a few years, the impact is even greater. Now factor in that we want to know as much as we can about the project we’re investing in and track the difference our philanthropy makes to the cause. Well, the value of that $500 donation just grew exponentially."
IRS Issues Fall 2008 Statistics Of Income Bulletin
IRS Issues Fall 2008 Statistics Of Income Bulletin: "#
Information returns filed by tax-exempt organizations: Nonprofit charitable organizations exempt from income tax filed more than 286,000 information returns for tax year 2005, an increase of 4 percent from tax year 2004. These organizations held more than $2.2 trillion in assets, an increase of 9 percent from the previous tax year. Information returns for tax year 2005 were filed with the IRS in calendar years 2006 and 2007.
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U.S. personal wealth in 2004: In 2004, an estimated 2.7 million adults with gross assets of $1.5 million or more owned nearly $11.1 trillion in assets. With a combined net worth of more than $10.2 trillion, where net worth is defined as gross asset value less debts and mortgages, these top wealth holders made up only about 1.2 percent of the total U.S. adult population, although they held 20.3 percent of the total U.S. net worth in 2004."
Information returns filed by tax-exempt organizations: Nonprofit charitable organizations exempt from income tax filed more than 286,000 information returns for tax year 2005, an increase of 4 percent from tax year 2004. These organizations held more than $2.2 trillion in assets, an increase of 9 percent from the previous tax year. Information returns for tax year 2005 were filed with the IRS in calendar years 2006 and 2007.
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U.S. personal wealth in 2004: In 2004, an estimated 2.7 million adults with gross assets of $1.5 million or more owned nearly $11.1 trillion in assets. With a combined net worth of more than $10.2 trillion, where net worth is defined as gross asset value less debts and mortgages, these top wealth holders made up only about 1.2 percent of the total U.S. adult population, although they held 20.3 percent of the total U.S. net worth in 2004."
IRS Announces 2009 Standard Mileage Rates
IRS Announces 2009 Standard Mileage Rates: "RS Announces 2009 Standard Mileage Rates
IR-2008-131, Nov. 24, 2008
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2009 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2009, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups, or panel trucks) will be:
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55 cents per mile for business miles driven
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24 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes
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14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations"
IR-2008-131, Nov. 24, 2008
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2009 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2009, the standard mileage rates for the use of a car (also vans, pickups, or panel trucks) will be:
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55 cents per mile for business miles driven
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24 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes
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14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations"
New Law Encourages Cash Donations for Midwest Disaster Relief
New Law Encourages Cash Donations for Midwest Disaster Relief: "New Law Encourages Cash Donations for Midwest Disaster Relief
IR-2008-133, Nov. 25, 2008
WASHINGTON –– Taxpayers who make qualifying cash contributions for disaster relief efforts in the Midwest could benefit from a recently passed law that suspends the percentage-of-income limits that would normally apply when taxpayers deduct the contributions on their 2008 federal tax returns."
IR-2008-133, Nov. 25, 2008
WASHINGTON –– Taxpayers who make qualifying cash contributions for disaster relief efforts in the Midwest could benefit from a recently passed law that suspends the percentage-of-income limits that would normally apply when taxpayers deduct the contributions on their 2008 federal tax returns."
Survey finds Rockland nonprofits have $1 billion economic impact | lohud.com | The Journal News
Survey finds Rockland nonprofits have $1 billion economic impact | lohud.com | The Journal News: "STONY POINT - The economic impact of Rockland not-for-profit agencies that deliver social services, enrich the local arts and cultural landscape, and protect the environment was more than $1 billion in 2006, a new survey finds.
The Rockland County Institute for Non-Profits, which advocates for the agencies, used 2006 data to determine the direct and indirect economic impact of local not-for-profit organizations in the county."
The Rockland County Institute for Non-Profits, which advocates for the agencies, used 2006 data to determine the direct and indirect economic impact of local not-for-profit organizations in the county."
Our view: Good news, America: We keep giving | thetowntalk.com | The Town Talk
Our view: Good news, America: We keep giving | thetowntalk.com | The Town Talk: "Take a moment to pat yourself on the back, for that is truly worth celebrating. It means that even when times get ugly -- and they're pretty ugly right now -- most Americans keep digging deep to help people who have less or perhaps nothing at all. This is uplifting, and fitting to note with the season of giving upon us.
Contributions to American charities have increased during 39 of the past 40 years in today's dollars, a researcher with the center told The Associated Press. The one off-year, back in 1987, was caused by a change in the tax laws, not an economic crisis."
Contributions to American charities have increased during 39 of the past 40 years in today's dollars, a researcher with the center told The Associated Press. The one off-year, back in 1987, was caused by a change in the tax laws, not an economic crisis."
Charity groups to increase aid - The Boston Globe
Charity groups to increase aid - The Boston Globe: "With a triple threat of increased fuel and food costs and the mortgage crisis in full play this winter, four philanthropic foundations are giving a combined $1.1 million to food banks, fuel assistance programs, and other nonprofit organizations, helping to bridge the gap in shrinking donations this holiday season."
Charities keep fingers crossed | press-citizen.com | Iowa City Press Citizen
Charities keep fingers crossed | press-citizen.com | Iowa City Press Citizen: "Tough economic times are causing families to tighten wallets and to think twice before handing out dollars to charities.
It's worrisome news for local nonprofits like the Salvation Army, which are seeing needs increase."
It's worrisome news for local nonprofits like the Salvation Army, which are seeing needs increase."
Monday, November 24, 2008
Fannie Mae Walks Its Talk - washingtonpost.com
Fannie Mae Walks Its Talk - washingtonpost.com: "the chill on Saturday. The chief executive of District-based Fannie Mae looked out at tens of thousands of people who had gathered on the National Mall and declared, 'This is a great day, great cause, great crowd.'
He was speaking at Fannie's 'Help the Homeless' walkathon."
He was speaking at Fannie's 'Help the Homeless' walkathon."
What Are Your Favorite Fund-Raising Blogs? - Philanthropy.com
Great to see this blog (AFP Blog: Recent News of Note) mentioned as one of the favorites in this top ten Fundraising Blog list. Thanks to Roger and to Peter.
What Are Your Favorite Fund-Raising Blogs? - Philanthropy.com: "What Are Your Favorite Fund-Raising Blogs?
Roger Carr, the founder of the Web site Everyday Giving, recently created his top 10 list of favorite fund-raising blogs for the site Blogs.com."
What Are Your Favorite Fund-Raising Blogs? - Philanthropy.com: "What Are Your Favorite Fund-Raising Blogs?
Roger Carr, the founder of the Web site Everyday Giving, recently created his top 10 list of favorite fund-raising blogs for the site Blogs.com."
Values under siege | Nashville City Paper
Values under siege | Nashville City Paper: "Expecting scarcity
Most of Nashville's foundations operate quietly, but their economic impact is immense. In 2006, the last year for which complete data is available, Middle Tennessee foundations had aggregate assets approaching $3 billion and made more than $200 million in grants, according to the publicly available annual reports they are required to file with the Internal Revenue Service."
Most of Nashville's foundations operate quietly, but their economic impact is immense. In 2006, the last year for which complete data is available, Middle Tennessee foundations had aggregate assets approaching $3 billion and made more than $200 million in grants, according to the publicly available annual reports they are required to file with the Internal Revenue Service."
Asian American Giving: Just released! Asian American giving circles survey
Asian American Giving: Just released! Asian American giving circles survey: "The paper, Asian American Giving Circles: Building Bridges Between Philanthropy and Our Communities was presented at the 37th Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA) Conference this November in Philadelphia by Andrew T. Ho, of Council on Foundations.
The research paper shows that these Asian American giving circles enjoyed enthusiastic responses from community organizations"
The research paper shows that these Asian American giving circles enjoyed enthusiastic responses from community organizations"
5 Tips for Raising Funds Through Social Mobilization : FundRaising Success
The AFP Resource Center also has a blog on Nonprofit Technology
5 Tips for Raising Funds Through Social Mobilization : FundRaising Success: "The troubled economic times that our nation now faces are forcing many to curb their level of charitable donations — donations that nonprofits and cause-driven organizations rely on to survive. Typically, nonprofits rely on more traditional methods of growing support — volunteer word-of-mouth, mass mailings or telephone outreach. While effective, these methods are time-consuming and cost-prohibitive."
5 Tips for Raising Funds Through Social Mobilization : FundRaising Success: "The troubled economic times that our nation now faces are forcing many to curb their level of charitable donations — donations that nonprofits and cause-driven organizations rely on to survive. Typically, nonprofits rely on more traditional methods of growing support — volunteer word-of-mouth, mass mailings or telephone outreach. While effective, these methods are time-consuming and cost-prohibitive."
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Daffodilians seek ideas to keep festival going | TheNewsTribune.com | Tacoma, WA
Daffodilians seek ideas to keep festival going | TheNewsTribune.com | Tacoma, WA: "Daffodilians seek ideas to keep festival going
MELISSA SANTOS; melissa.santos@thenewstribune.com
Published: November 23rd, 2008 12:05 AM
There will not be a 2010 Daffodil Festival without a huge influx of financial support, organizers of the 75-year-old event say. But they worry people aren’t getting that message.
About two dozen community members gathered Saturday at Puyallup City Hall to discuss how best to market the event and keep it relevant.
Should the festival have a MySpace page? A YouTube campaign?"
MELISSA SANTOS; melissa.santos@thenewstribune.com
Published: November 23rd, 2008 12:05 AM
There will not be a 2010 Daffodil Festival without a huge influx of financial support, organizers of the 75-year-old event say. But they worry people aren’t getting that message.
About two dozen community members gathered Saturday at Puyallup City Hall to discuss how best to market the event and keep it relevant.
Should the festival have a MySpace page? A YouTube campaign?"
Bequests, Celebrities, Foundations, and the Economy: a Conference Notebook From National Research Meeting - Philanthropy.com
Bequests, Celebrities, Foundations, and the Economy: a Conference Notebook From National Research Meeting - Philanthropy.com: "Bequests, Celebrities, Foundations, and the Economy: a Conference Notebook From National Research Meeting
By Debra E. Blum
Philadelphia
Too many nonprofit scholars are boosters — ignoring the serious problems that mar the nonprofit world, and the organizations that are involved in activities that harm society, says a prominent philanthropy researcher.
David Horton Smith, founder of the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action, took the opportunity of the group’s annual meeting here this week to chastise its members for ignoring what he called “the dark side of the nonprofit sector.”"
By Debra E. Blum
Philadelphia
Too many nonprofit scholars are boosters — ignoring the serious problems that mar the nonprofit world, and the organizations that are involved in activities that harm society, says a prominent philanthropy researcher.
David Horton Smith, founder of the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action, took the opportunity of the group’s annual meeting here this week to chastise its members for ignoring what he called “the dark side of the nonprofit sector.”"
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