Economic philanthropy offers $300,000 in grants for government cost-saving projects - Cleveland.com: "Those cost-saving alliances are the kinds that the region's leading economic development philanthropy wants to encourage.
So, the Fund for Our Economic Future is offering $300,000 in grants for multi- government collaborations, with this twist: Northeast Ohio residents will decide which projects get the money."
Friday, February 27, 2009
Fund-Raisers and Foundations No Solution to Schools’ Money Problems, Officials Say - NYTimes.com
Fund-Raisers and Foundations No Solution to Schools’ Money Problems, Officials Say - NYTimes.com: "But some education officials say they are concerned that more districts are being forced to rely on outside sources to pay for programs and services.
Over the last three years, efforts led by parents and community activists in three Long Island school districts, Wantagh, Plainedge and Patchogue-Medford, raised more than half a million dollars each to restore some or all of the programs cut after the districts were forced to adopt contingency budgets. Wantagh’s efforts came after the district’s budget was defeated twice last year."
Over the last three years, efforts led by parents and community activists in three Long Island school districts, Wantagh, Plainedge and Patchogue-Medford, raised more than half a million dollars each to restore some or all of the programs cut after the districts were forced to adopt contingency budgets. Wantagh’s efforts came after the district’s budget was defeated twice last year."
Scholarship Awarded for the Largest Fundraising Conference in the World - Quad Cities Online
Scholarship Awarded for the Largest Fundraising Conference in the World - Quad Cities Online: "Meredith Hancks, Director of Prospect Research and Management for Western Illinois University, has been named a Chamberlain Scholar by the Illinois Quad Cities Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Foundation for Philanthropy and will attend the 2009 International Conference on Fundraising in New Orleans, LA."
Thursday, February 26, 2009
The Philanthropic Pitch - Forbes.com
The Philanthropic Pitch - Forbes.com: "I
t's give-back time. We, the staff of Forbes magazine and Forbes.com, have collectively decided to use our media juice for some great people and causes. Specifically, we're tapping the shoulders of extremely busy people we admire, and offering them the chance to make a multimedia pitch directly to you, our audience, in their own voice and on behalf of the philanthropic cause closest to their heart. We have promised, in return for their time and effort, to promote their cause on Forbes.com."
t's give-back time. We, the staff of Forbes magazine and Forbes.com, have collectively decided to use our media juice for some great people and causes. Specifically, we're tapping the shoulders of extremely busy people we admire, and offering them the chance to make a multimedia pitch directly to you, our audience, in their own voice and on behalf of the philanthropic cause closest to their heart. We have promised, in return for their time and effort, to promote their cause on Forbes.com."
Court Rules Helmsley Trustees Can Depart From Donor's Instructions - Philanthropy.com
Court Rules Helmsley Trustees Can Depart From Donor's Instructions - Philanthropy.com: "Court Rules Helmsley Trustees Can Depart From Donor's Instructions
By Maria Di Mento
A Judge with the Surrogate’s Court, in New York, has ruled that the trustees of the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust do not have to limit the distribution of money to charities focused on the care and welfare of dogs."
By Maria Di Mento
A Judge with the Surrogate’s Court, in New York, has ruled that the trustees of the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust do not have to limit the distribution of money to charities focused on the care and welfare of dogs."
Raffle of last Janesville-built Tahoe pushes United Way past goal -- GazetteXtra
Raffle of last Janesville-built Tahoe pushes United Way past goal -- GazetteXtra: "The goal was $1.35 million, but $1,306,720 in campaign pledges plus $200,460 raised by a raffle featuring the last Tahoe built at the Janesville GM plant pushed the total to $1,507,180."
Obama Plans to Reduce Charitable Deduction for Wealthy Donors - Philanthropy.com
From the Chronicle of Philanthropy
Obama Plans to Reduce Charitable Deduction for Wealthy Donors - Philanthropy.com: "Obama Plans to Reduce Charitable Deduction for Wealthy Donors
President Obama’s plan to revamp the health-care system could come at a significant cost to charities that rely on wealthy individuals for donations."
Obama Plans to Reduce Charitable Deduction for Wealthy Donors - Philanthropy.com: "Obama Plans to Reduce Charitable Deduction for Wealthy Donors
President Obama’s plan to revamp the health-care system could come at a significant cost to charities that rely on wealthy individuals for donations."
The Ellsworth American - Maine Community Foundation Has an Optimistic New CEO
The Ellsworth American - Maine Community Foundation Has an Optimistic New CEO: "Maine Community Foundation Has an Optimistic New CEO Print E-mail
Written by James Straub
Thursday, February 26, 2009
ELLSWORTH — After two months on the job as president and chief executive officer of the Maine Community Foundation, Meredith Jones is optimistic about the future of Maine’s economy.
“This is a state that has such promise because, unlike a lot of states, the people here care deeply,” she said. “We’re proud of our heritage, our abundant natural resources and our strong philanthropic giving.
“It’s a message of optimism. We’ve all seen the ups and the downs, but I think our future and our promise is bright.”"
Written by James Straub
Thursday, February 26, 2009
ELLSWORTH — After two months on the job as president and chief executive officer of the Maine Community Foundation, Meredith Jones is optimistic about the future of Maine’s economy.
“This is a state that has such promise because, unlike a lot of states, the people here care deeply,” she said. “We’re proud of our heritage, our abundant natural resources and our strong philanthropic giving.
“It’s a message of optimism. We’ve all seen the ups and the downs, but I think our future and our promise is bright.”"
Bill Would Allow Secretary to Set Charitable Mileage Rate | Planned Giving Design Center
Bill Would Allow Secretary to Set Charitable Mileage Rate | Planned Giving Design Center: "H.R. 524, introduced by John Lewis, D-Ga., would allow the Secretary of the Treasury to establish the standard mileage rate for use of a passenger automobile for purposes of the charitable contributions deduction and to exclude charitable mileage reimbursements from gross income."
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Public to decide who gets grants to encourage multi-government collaborations - Business – cleveland.com
Public to decide who gets grants to encourage multi-government collaborations - Business – cleveland.com: "So the Fund for Our Economic Future is offering $300,000 in grants for multi-government collaborations, with this twist: Northeast Ohio residents will decide which projects get the money.
'We want to get enough 'oomph' behin"
'We want to get enough 'oomph' behin"
The NonProfit Times - Texting To Give
The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management: "Texting To Give
Mobile fundraising not ringing off the hook
By Katrin Verclas
Mobile fundraising is taking off -- or so hopes the nonprofits looking for a new channel for people to give on the spot with a quick text message.
According to CTIA, the international association for wireless telecommunications, there are 270 million mobile subscribers in the United States, most with the ability to send text messages. Once considered a purview of the young, mobile subscribers between 35 and 54 are increasing their text messaging, according to ratings firm Nielsen. In 2007, just 37 percent regularly sent text-messages. It was up to 59 percent in 2008."
Mobile fundraising not ringing off the hook
By Katrin Verclas
Mobile fundraising is taking off -- or so hopes the nonprofits looking for a new channel for people to give on the spot with a quick text message.
According to CTIA, the international association for wireless telecommunications, there are 270 million mobile subscribers in the United States, most with the ability to send text messages. Once considered a purview of the young, mobile subscribers between 35 and 54 are increasing their text messaging, according to ratings firm Nielsen. In 2007, just 37 percent regularly sent text-messages. It was up to 59 percent in 2008."
CharityVillage ® Research: Balancing act: How to keep costs steady when funding isn’t
CharityVillage ® Research: Balancing act: How to keep costs steady when funding isn’t: "Balancing act: How to keep costs steady when funding isn’t
Bob McMahon By Bob McMahon, CA
February 23, 2009
The world certainly feels topsy-turvy right now. Each day seems to bring new challenges to the economy...and new financial challenges for nonprofits. Your donations may be diminishing. Government funding may be declining. Membership may be falling. Sales may be receding. Any of these developments can challenge the financial stability of a nonprofit. Even organizations with healthy reserves are likely impacted by the turmoil in the financial markets, with investments taking a punch."
Bob McMahon By Bob McMahon, CA
February 23, 2009
The world certainly feels topsy-turvy right now. Each day seems to bring new challenges to the economy...and new financial challenges for nonprofits. Your donations may be diminishing. Government funding may be declining. Membership may be falling. Sales may be receding. Any of these developments can challenge the financial stability of a nonprofit. Even organizations with healthy reserves are likely impacted by the turmoil in the financial markets, with investments taking a punch."
montgomeryadvertiser.com :: Despite economy, Relay For Life needs our help
montgomeryadvertiser.com :: Despite economy, Relay For Life needs our help: "Relay For Life, the annual fundraiser for cancer research, involves numerous community volunteers in all our local cities and towns and is a cause many people hold near to their hearts. The reason is clear: Cancer has touched most every American family at some point, sometimes multiple times and often with disastrous results.
Therefore, if you have time to spare, consider volunteering for Relay For Life this year. If you have money still allocated to charitable giving, Relay is a good place for that money to go."
Therefore, if you have time to spare, consider volunteering for Relay For Life this year. If you have money still allocated to charitable giving, Relay is a good place for that money to go."
Big Brothers Big Sisters: Wii bowl for kids' sake :: Geneva Sun :: Lifestyles
Big Brothers Big Sisters: Wii bowl for kids' sake :: Geneva Sun :: Lifestyles: "The lingering snow on Saturday did not stop Big Brothers Big Sisters, along with their Little Brothers Little Sisters, from going to the Alden of Waterford assisted-living community and joining its residents in a Nintendo Wii bowling fundraiser."
IHOP's biggest day helps raise money for kids' charity | APP.com | Asbury Park Press
IHOP's biggest day helps raise money for kids' charity | APP.com | Asbury Park Press: "The second-grade student at Ridgeway Elementary School in Manchester was one of the featured visitors at the Brick IHOP restaurant.
Kaitlin, who is this year's New Jersey representative for the Children's Miracle Network charity, was joined by hundreds of other IHOP patrons taking advantage of free flapjacks as the part of the restaurant chain's National Pancake Day promotion."
Kaitlin, who is this year's New Jersey representative for the Children's Miracle Network charity, was joined by hundreds of other IHOP patrons taking advantage of free flapjacks as the part of the restaurant chain's National Pancake Day promotion."
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
The Business of Giving | When hard times demand generosity, some companies step up | Seattle Times Newspaper Blog
The Business of Giving | When hard times demand generosity, some companies step up | Seattle Times Newspaper Blog: "Corporate grants (a separate category from employee giving) total more than $100 million dollars a year in the Northwest, Lewis said. The top donors include Microsoft, Boeing, Starbucks, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Safeco Insurance Foundation, Weyerhaeuser and Regence. (Comparing figures, it's interesting to see that Microsoft employees donate more money than many large corporations.)"
First, Get a Worthwhile Cause; Then Get Wired - Philanthropy.com
First, Get a Worthwhile Cause; Then Get Wired - Philanthropy.com: "First, Get a Worthwhile Cause; Then
By Tom Watson
The comedian Steve Martin used to do an amusing routine in the 1970s that ran something like this:
You can be a millionaire ... and never pay taxes! Yes, you can be a millionaire ... and never pay taxes! You say: 'Steve ... how can I be a millionaire ... and never pay taxes?'"
By Tom Watson
The comedian Steve Martin used to do an amusing routine in the 1970s that ran something like this:
You can be a millionaire ... and never pay taxes! Yes, you can be a millionaire ... and never pay taxes! You say: 'Steve ... how can I be a millionaire ... and never pay taxes?'"
Google Chief for Charity Steps Down on Revamp - NYTimes.com
Google Chief for Charity Steps Down on Revamp - NYTimes.com: "AN FRANCISCO — Larry Brilliant, the executive director of Google.org, said late Monday that he would step down from managing Google’s philanthropic unit and signaled that Google.org might curtail its financing of nonprofit groups unless they are closely aligned with Google projects."
Microsoft Pri0 | Microsoft employees gave $87.7 million to charity last year | Seattle Times Newspaper Blog
Microsoft Pri0 | Microsoft employees gave $87.7 million to charity last year | Seattle Times Newspaper Blog: "Nearly 60 percent of Microsoft's U.S. employees gave to charity through part of the company's corporate philanthropy program in 2008, it announced today. Counting matching donations from Microsoft, the company's employees gave a record $87.7 million to the cause of their choice last year. The company matches employee giving dollar-for-dollar up to $12,000 a year.
On average, U.S. Microsoft employees contributed on average about $1,523 each -- counting the company match. That's based on a U.S. work force of 57,588 as of Dec. 31."
On average, U.S. Microsoft employees contributed on average about $1,523 each -- counting the company match. That's based on a U.S. work force of 57,588 as of Dec. 31."
Official Google Blog: The next chapter for Google.org
Official Google Blog: The next chapter for Google.org: "Now, three years after Google.org was founded, we've been reviewing our progress, and how best to take things forward. It's clear that I am most effective in helping to identify 'big ideas' and potential partners, as well as raising awareness about society's biggest challenges. I am therefore very excited to become Google's Chief Philanthropy Evangelist. I think this is the highest contribution that I can make both to Google.org and to fighting the urgent threats of our day: from climate change to emerging infectious diseases, to issues of poverty and health care. By focusing my energy outwards I hope to be able to spend more time motivating policy makers, encouraging public and private partnerships, and generally advocating for the changes that we must make as a global society to solve these problems. Long-time Googler Megan Smith will take over day-to-day management of Google.org, joining as General Manager to lead us through this transition, in addition to her existing role as Vice President of New Business Development."
Dancing the night (and day) away for a good cause - Los Angeles Times
Dancing the night (and day) away for a good cause - Los Angeles Times: "Students participating in dance marathons at UCLA and USC wore themselves out for charity.
By Ramie Becker, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
February 23, 2009
They came, they perspired, they conquered.
This weekend, well over 2,000 students at UCLA and USC pulled all-nighters -- not studying, but dancing in two dance marathons that raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Elizabeth Glaser Foundation/Project Kindle/One Heartland (UCLA) and the Children's Miracle Network (USC)."
By Ramie Becker, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer
February 23, 2009
They came, they perspired, they conquered.
This weekend, well over 2,000 students at UCLA and USC pulled all-nighters -- not studying, but dancing in two dance marathons that raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Elizabeth Glaser Foundation/Project Kindle/One Heartland (UCLA) and the Children's Miracle Network (USC)."
Ban stresses role of philanthropy in preventing deaths from child birth, tropical diseases
Ban stresses role of philanthropy in preventing deaths from child birth, tropical diseases: "23 February 2009 – The role of philanthropists and philanthropic organizations is crucial in tackling some avoidable health threats which kill millions of vulnerable people every year, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today."
Monday, February 23, 2009
What nonprofits need in these challenging times - The Denver Post
What nonprofits need in these challenging times - The Denver Post: "n my four decades of working with charitable organizations, this is the toughest time I've ever seen for the nonprofit sector as a whole.
Hardest hit in terms of demand are the human welfare organizations that provide food, housing, clothing and other basic services to individuals and families in crisis. Nonprofits that provide job counseling have lines around the block, and agencies that help victims of domestic violence and child abuse are bracing for the rise in distress that always accompanies an economic recession."
Hardest hit in terms of demand are the human welfare organizations that provide food, housing, clothing and other basic services to individuals and families in crisis. Nonprofits that provide job counseling have lines around the block, and agencies that help victims of domestic violence and child abuse are bracing for the rise in distress that always accompanies an economic recession."
Celebrating corporate philanthropy - The Denver Post
Celebrating corporate philanthropy - The Denver Post: "Today I will join together with other business leaders to celebrate International Corporate Philanthropy Day, building awareness of corporate-community partnerships and encouraging businesses around the world to engage further in philanthropy. At Western Union, we know the importance of this mission, particularly during these difficult times."
Hundreds Take On 45-Floor 'Climb The Carew' For Charity - WLWT-TV- msnbc.com
Hundreds Take On 45-Floor 'Climb The Carew' For Charity - WLWT-TV- msnbc.com: "CINCINNATI - People rallied their strength downtown to climb 45 floors and more than 1,000 steps to the top of Carew Tower"
Nonprofits ask for less this year | blake.aued@onlineathens.com
Nonprofits ask for less this year | blake.aued@onlineathens.com: "Requests for money from so-called independent agencies - nonprofits and quasi-government groups that are not part of the county government but perform tasks deemed vital to the community - are down about $200,000 this year."
Charity to auction Obama signatures - Peoria, IL - pjstar.com
Charity to auction Obama signatures - Peoria, IL - pjstar.com: "PEORIA —
President Barack Obama's recent trip to the Peoria area may end up raising thousands of dollars for Easter Seals."
President Barack Obama's recent trip to the Peoria area may end up raising thousands of dollars for Easter Seals."
Opinion | Seattle must remain a safe harbor for nonprofits | Seattle Times Newspaper
Opinion | Seattle must remain a safe harbor for nonprofits | Seattle Times Newspaper: "Seattle must remain a safe harbor for nonprofits
During this economic downturn, nonprofit organizations are likely to struggle with fewer resources. Guest columnist Kathy Porterfield suggests that business people can engage more with nonprofit agencies to help them weather the challenges.
By Kathy Porterfield
Special to the Times
THE financial storm that has battered the business sector now threatens the nonprofit community as well. But if early signs are any indication, Seattle is answering the challenge.
The Seattle Times notes that donations reached $668,208 for its Fund for The Needy campaign, surpassing the goal of $525,000. This speaks to Seattle's heart, showing that even in the depths of an economic crisis, we remain committed to helping those in need."
During this economic downturn, nonprofit organizations are likely to struggle with fewer resources. Guest columnist Kathy Porterfield suggests that business people can engage more with nonprofit agencies to help them weather the challenges.
By Kathy Porterfield
Special to the Times
THE financial storm that has battered the business sector now threatens the nonprofit community as well. But if early signs are any indication, Seattle is answering the challenge.
The Seattle Times notes that donations reached $668,208 for its Fund for The Needy campaign, surpassing the goal of $525,000. This speaks to Seattle's heart, showing that even in the depths of an economic crisis, we remain committed to helping those in need."
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