Kentucky philanthropists seek to capture predicted 'transfer of wealth' | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal

Kentucky philanthropists seek to capture predicted 'transfer of wealth' | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal: "Kentucky could get $3.6 billion for charitable community projects if state philanthropies succeed in capturing just 5 percent of the wealth expected to be shifted to the state's next generation by 2020, a new study says."

Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon totals $58.9m - The Boston Globe

Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon totals $58.9m - The Boston Globe: "LAS VEGAS — Despite the struggling economy, officials with the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon say contributions and pledges from this year’s Labor Day event totaled $58.9 million."

How Much Must Charities Disclose? - Corporations - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

How Much Must Charities Disclose? - Corporations - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "“You have to preserve the confidentiality of donors and respect donors’ rights,” says Paulette V. Maehara, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. “Donors do have rights regardless of what Senator Grassley might think.”"

Schools find new revenue source in foundations, non profits and corporations | mycentraljersey.com | MyCentralJersey.com

Schools find new revenue source in foundations, non profits and corporations | mycentraljersey.com | MyCentralJersey.com: "SOUTH PLAINFIELD — A weakened economy has taught community supporters of New Jersey's public schools a sobering lesson: If they want extras or pet projects to continue, they'll probably have to look beyond taxpayers to do it."

Compensation Rules for Charities

Compensation Rules for Charities: "Compensation Rules for Charities

September 2010

Did you know that nearly 52�percent—170,568, to be exact (according to the July�29, 2010, IRS master file of exempt organizations)—of charities that file Form�990 and 990-EZ have fiscal years that end in December? Which means it’s budget time for these organizations.

And did you know that nearly 31�percent—101,248, to be exact—of these charities have incomes of $100,000 or more? They are the organizations most likely to have paid staff. And setting compensation is an important part of the budget process. Which means it's a good time to review the rules related to compensation for executives who lead tax-exempt organizations."

Infographic of the Day: A $200 Million Contest to Save the World | Co.Design

Infographic of the Day: A $200 Million Contest to Save the World | Co.Design: "A beautiful visualization of ideas being submitted for GE's Ecomagination challenge.
In July, GE began taking ideas for it's Ecomagination Challenge -- an open call for ideas for saving the world, in three categories: renewables, grid efficiency, and eco buildings. In just six days, the entry and and voting window closes. What makes the contest more than just a do-gooder marketing scheme? T"

Report: Nonprofits turn $1 into $10 | StAugustine.com

Report: Nonprofits turn $1 into $10 | StAugustine.com: "A new report says St. Johns County nonprofits figuratively weave straw into gold by turning $1.36 million in tax dollars into more than $13.88 million they use to care for the county's elderly, blind, disabled, homeless, abused and illiterate."

Philanthropists join to focus on best way to help schools - CharlotteObserver.com

Philanthropists join to focus on best way to help schools - CharlotteObserver.com: "Foundation for the Carolinas announced today the formation of a committee to explore the most effective and appropriate role for the philanthropic giving to play in the community’s quest to achieve key school system goals.

“This effort is an extraordinary opportunity for the private sector to deepen its support for public education,” said Catherine Bessant, the foundation’s governing board chair and a senior Bank of America executive."

Undergrad philanthropy program gets director | Philanthropy Journal

Undergrad philanthropy program gets director | Philanthropy Journal: "Julie Hatcher, a scholar in the field of service learning and service engagement in higher education, has been named to direct the first undergraduate program in the U.S. in philanthropic studies."

Kensington church celebrates four decades of pancakes for charity

Kensington church celebrates four decades of pancakes for charity: "It started with a simple need and an interesting proclamation more than 40 years ago.

The Rev. Charles Kirkley of St. Paul's United Methodist Church asked for a bus, and Jim Hobbs, president of United Methodist Men — a volunteer group at the Kensington church — decided it should be financed entirely out of pancakes and sausage."

Mass. Salvation Army Severs Ties With Local United Way - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Mass. Salvation Army Severs Ties With Local United Way - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Mass. Salvation Army Severs Ties With Local United Way
Citing deep cuts in United Way funds, the Salvation Army of Massachusetts has ended its 70-year relationship with the grant-making giant’s regional chapter, according to The Boston Globe.

The Christian social-services group said its direct grant from the United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley was set to drop to $171,000 next year, down 54 percent from three years ago. Salvation Army leaders “had to look at that and say, ‘What is happening with the relationship?’” said Maj. William Bode, a commander in the organization’s Massachusetts division."

Has your non-profit filed for its tax-exemption? | KIDK CBS 3 - News, Weather and Sports - Idaho Falls - Pocatello - Blackfoot, ID - Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Blackfoot - Idaho | Local & Regional

Just one example of coverage of the upcoming deadline for small nonprofits to file.

Has your non-profit filed for its tax-exemption? | KIDK CBS 3 - News, Weather and Sports - Idaho Falls - Pocatello - Blackfoot, ID - Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Blackfoot - Idaho | Local & Regional: "EASTERN IDAHO - The laws have changed for small non-profit organizations, and their tax-exemption deadline is getting closer."

On sharing among Jewish nonprofits | The Fundermentalist | JTA - Jewish & Israel News

On sharing among Jewish nonprofits | The Fundermentalist | JTA - Jewish & Israel News: "In an opinion piece for JTA, marketing guru Gary Wexler uses recent research on the benefits of information sharing in the fight against Alzheimer’s as a jumping-off point to talk about sharing information within the Jewish nonprofit world.

You can check out the full piece on JTA, but here is an excerpt:"

How to Get Your Donors More Engaged | News for Social Entrepreneurs

How to Get Your Donors More Engaged | News for Social Entrepreneurs: "Generally, the answer on how to get a particular donor, or group of donors, more engaged isn’t a one shot ask, meeting, or phone call. Instead, the best way to get your donors more engaged is to develop a strong, organization-wide donor cultivation program that keeps your supporters informed and energized about your mission and current initiatives.

Your donor engagement plan should focus on the following five components:"

CT charitable grants climbed from 2006 to 2008 | Hartford Business

CT charitable grants climbed from 2006 to 2008 | Hartford Business: "Connecticut grantmakers distributed more than $902.7 million in 2008, a 22 percent increase from 2006, according to 2010 Connecticut Grantmaking Highlights published by the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy."

SOI Tax Stats - SOI Bulletin: Summer 2010

SOI Tax Stats - SOI Bulletin: Summer 2010: "SOI Tax Stats - SOI Bulletin: Summer 2010"