Virginia Business - News: Philanthropy’s changing role in Virginia

Virginia Business - News: Philanthropy’s changing role in Virginia: "This could be a defining time for Virginia’s nonprofits and their supporters. The recession might be over, but its damage lingers. People are hurting, and unemployment is high."

State grants going to arts and educational centers in western suburbs - The Boston Globe

State grants going to arts and educational centers in western suburbs - The Boston Globe: "Combined, more than $1 million in matching grants was awarded to local nonprofits with immediate plans to undertake more than $2 million worth of construction, planning, and repairs. Most are part of long-term projects that together are estimated to total near $30 million."

Hawaii funds several dozen charities, but not all - Forbes.com

Hawaii funds several dozen charities, but not all - Forbes.com: "HONOLULU -

More than half of Hawaii charities counting on state funding got their money before last month's deadline, but a few dozen other nonprofit organizations fell victim to tightening government budgets."

A Charity Finds Itself in Dire Need - washingtonpost.com

A Charity Finds Itself in Dire Need - washingtonpost.com: "A Charity Finds Itself in Dire Need
Western Fairfax Christian Ministries' Efforts to Get Help From County Misfire

By Jacqueline L. Salmon
Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, July 26, 2007; Page VA16

One year ago, Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, a nonprofit group that helps the poor in a broad swath of the western end of the county, seemed to be on solid footing.

With a budget of more than $700,000, it was helping thousands of needy families get out of financial crises, get back on their feet and avoid homelessness."

Nonprofits using loans to plug gaps - mlive.com

Nonprofits using loans to plug gaps - mlive.com: "Earlier this month, the state Department of Human Services said it would not make payments on state contracts with area providers for 45 days because of the $800 million hole in the state budget.

For Dochas II, a Jackson childrens' counseling agency, it meant the organization couldn't make payroll.

Dochas II counsels about 65 at-risk Jackson children, visiting kids in their homes to prevent truancy and runaways. The 1-year-old agency's budget of about $290,000 is 100 percent state-funded.

Jane Meyers, executive director for Dochas II, turned to Ken Toll, executive director of the United Way. Within 24 hours, Toll and his board of directors approved a $10,000 emergency loan."