CFCN.ca - Calgary news from CFCN, CTV: "Charity business is booming
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POSTED AT 5:12 PM Friday, November 26
According to a new study, charities and non-profit organizations in Alberta are becoming big businesses.
The numbers, compiled by the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy, point to huge revenue numbers and staffing levels.
The CCP says there are 19-thousand charitable and non-profit groups operating in Alberta, employing 176 thousand paid staff. Volunteer time spent at those organizations adds up to 449 million hours and revenues are estimated at 10 billion dollars. "
Monday, November 29, 2004
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
Press Release: Charity Finance Directors' Group welcome announcement of Charities Bill
Press Release: Charity Finance Directors' Group welcome announcement of Charities Bill: "Charity Finance Directors' Group welcome announcement of Charities Bill
The Charity Finance Directors' Group today reacted with delight at the prospect of a Charities Act in the next session of Parliament. CFDG have been campaigning for the new legislation and gave evidence on the Charities Bill to the Joint Committee last June."
The Charity Finance Directors' Group today reacted with delight at the prospect of a Charities Act in the next session of Parliament. CFDG have been campaigning for the new legislation and gave evidence on the Charities Bill to the Joint Committee last June."
ThirdSector
ThirdSector: "'Charity' to get Scottish definition
The definition of charity is set to take different forms in England and Scotland.
By 2006, Scottish charities will have to comply with principles of public benefit spelled out in statute, whereas case law and the discretion of the Charity Commission are expected to decide charitable status in England and Wales.
In an unexpected u-turn last week, the Scottish Executive included a written definition of public benefit in a bill to set up an indigenous system of charity regulation in Scotland for the first time.
An English and Welsh charities bill was also widely expected to form part of the Queen's Speech at Westminster on Tuesday. But with the Home Office, the NCVO and the Charity Commission all opposed to defining public benefit in the Bill, English and Scottish charity law seem certain to take divergent paths. "
The definition of charity is set to take different forms in England and Scotland.
By 2006, Scottish charities will have to comply with principles of public benefit spelled out in statute, whereas case law and the discretion of the Charity Commission are expected to decide charitable status in England and Wales.
In an unexpected u-turn last week, the Scottish Executive included a written definition of public benefit in a bill to set up an indigenous system of charity regulation in Scotland for the first time.
An English and Welsh charities bill was also widely expected to form part of the Queen's Speech at Westminster on Tuesday. But with the Home Office, the NCVO and the Charity Commission all opposed to defining public benefit in the Bill, English and Scottish charity law seem certain to take divergent paths. "
Councilman Hutson has not registered charity
East Valley Tribune Daily Arizona news for Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale: "Councilman Hutson hasn�t registered charity
By Dennis Welch, Tribune
For 20 years, a charitable organization founded and led by Tempe City Councilman Johnny G. 'Hut' Hutson has been soliciting money from the public without registering with the state as required by law.
Since starting the Friends of Tempe Butte in 1985, neither Hutson nor anyone associated with the organization has registered the group as a charity, the Tribune found.
Gene Palma, director of business services at the Arizona S ecretary of State�s Office, said charitable groups must register each year with his office and provide an annual financial report.
Failing to do so is a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by six months in jail and a $2,500 fine.
'I�ve been doing this for a long time and no one ever said anything to me about this,' Hutson said. 'I took this over at the request of the City Council.' "
By Dennis Welch, Tribune
For 20 years, a charitable organization founded and led by Tempe City Councilman Johnny G. 'Hut' Hutson has been soliciting money from the public without registering with the state as required by law.
Since starting the Friends of Tempe Butte in 1985, neither Hutson nor anyone associated with the organization has registered the group as a charity, the Tribune found.
Gene Palma, director of business services at the Arizona S ecretary of State�s Office, said charitable groups must register each year with his office and provide an annual financial report.
Failing to do so is a Class 1 misdemeanor punishable by six months in jail and a $2,500 fine.
'I�ve been doing this for a long time and no one ever said anything to me about this,' Hutson said. 'I took this over at the request of the City Council.' "
In Battle of 527 Groups, Conservatives Do More With Less -- 11/24/2004
In Battle of 527 Groups, Conservatives Do More With Less -- 11/24/2004: "In Battle of 527 Groups, Conservatives Do More With Less
By John Carlisle
CNSNews.com Commentary
November 24, 2004
Much has been made of the unprecedented sum of money spent by the presidential campaigns and political advocacy groups on the 2004 presidential election. But as liberals found out, what's important is not so much the amount of money spent, but how it is spent.
A critical component of the Democratic Party's strategy was an amalgam of 527 committees. Named after a section of the IRS tax code, a 527 group can accept unlimited donations for spending on ads, voter mobilization efforts and other activities as long as it doesn't directly coordinate with a political party or candidate.
While Republican campaign committees raised more money than Democrat party groups - $558 million vs. $452 million - the liberal 527 committees more than leveled the fundraising playing field. Of the $464 million raised by 527s, the overwhelming majority went to Democratic-leaning groups. "
By John Carlisle
CNSNews.com Commentary
November 24, 2004
Much has been made of the unprecedented sum of money spent by the presidential campaigns and political advocacy groups on the 2004 presidential election. But as liberals found out, what's important is not so much the amount of money spent, but how it is spent.
A critical component of the Democratic Party's strategy was an amalgam of 527 committees. Named after a section of the IRS tax code, a 527 group can accept unlimited donations for spending on ads, voter mobilization efforts and other activities as long as it doesn't directly coordinate with a political party or candidate.
While Republican campaign committees raised more money than Democrat party groups - $558 million vs. $452 million - the liberal 527 committees more than leveled the fundraising playing field. Of the $464 million raised by 527s, the overwhelming majority went to Democratic-leaning groups. "
The Globe and Mail Re Employee Fundraising Techniques
The Globe and Mail: "The usually sedate offices of Aegon Canada Inc. are filled with the sounds of raucous laughter, as employees take full advantage of an opportunity to poke fun at their bosses.
It is 'stick it to the executive day' at the Toronto-based insurance firm, a stunt that is part of the company's three-week fundraising drive for the United Way.
Three senior executives parade through the offices covered in sticky tape, encouraging everyone to attach money to them, sometimes in undignified places"
It is 'stick it to the executive day' at the Toronto-based insurance firm, a stunt that is part of the company's three-week fundraising drive for the United Way.
Three senior executives parade through the offices covered in sticky tape, encouraging everyone to attach money to them, sometimes in undignified places"
Boston.com / News / Boston Globe / Opinion / Editorials / Giving advice
Boston.com / News / Boston Globe / Opinion / Editorials / Giving advice: "GLOBE EDITORIAL
Giving advice
November 24, 2004
THANKSGIVING is the first chapter in the book of winter, a reminder that as the leaves and bright sun of nature's abundance fade, it's time to increase the output of man-made abundance. It's the season of more food, football, and, most creative of all, philanthropy.
Philanthropy prevents, fixes, and builds. Hungry Pilgrims come ashore and the local Indian tribe says: Let's eat. Bill Gates funnels Microsoft money into Africa. Busy parents coach Little League. Philanthropy is action -- unhindered by doubt, scarcity, or legislative debates. Philanthropy invites risk-takers and entrepreneurs. Locally this opportunity gets a nod on Friday, Giving Massachusetts Day.
The challenge for donors is deciding where to give. Some advice: Remember the small organizations. A recovering economy and a competitive charitable environment leave some small groups hungry for help but unable to market themselves"
Giving advice
November 24, 2004
THANKSGIVING is the first chapter in the book of winter, a reminder that as the leaves and bright sun of nature's abundance fade, it's time to increase the output of man-made abundance. It's the season of more food, football, and, most creative of all, philanthropy.
Philanthropy prevents, fixes, and builds. Hungry Pilgrims come ashore and the local Indian tribe says: Let's eat. Bill Gates funnels Microsoft money into Africa. Busy parents coach Little League. Philanthropy is action -- unhindered by doubt, scarcity, or legislative debates. Philanthropy invites risk-takers and entrepreneurs. Locally this opportunity gets a nod on Friday, Giving Massachusetts Day.
The challenge for donors is deciding where to give. Some advice: Remember the small organizations. A recovering economy and a competitive charitable environment leave some small groups hungry for help but unable to market themselves"
Greenwich Time - Bloomberg a heavyweight in philanthropy
Greenwich Time - Bloomberg a heavyweight in philanthropy: "Business Week's latest list of top philanthropists should give Michael Bloomberg something to chew on.
Bloomberg is the country's 13th most generous donor - just one slot behind the widow of low-carb guru Dr. Robert Atkins, whom Bloomberg famously described as 'fat.'
Between 2000 and this year, the billionaire businessman-turned-mayor gave out $490 million to various education, arts and health-related charities - paced by blockbuster donations to the Johns Hopkins University medical school, according to the magazine's annual survey of the 50 top philanthropists."
Bloomberg is the country's 13th most generous donor - just one slot behind the widow of low-carb guru Dr. Robert Atkins, whom Bloomberg famously described as 'fat.'
Between 2000 and this year, the billionaire businessman-turned-mayor gave out $490 million to various education, arts and health-related charities - paced by blockbuster donations to the Johns Hopkins University medical school, according to the magazine's annual survey of the 50 top philanthropists."
Recorder Newspapers
Recorder Newspapers: "Charity can be learned young, according to officials at the grade K-2 Dickerson School where the 440 students have collected 35 grocery sacks full of food for the needy on Thanksgiving. "
mcall.com - $1 million is given anonymously to United Way
mcall.com - $1 million is given anonymously to United Way: "1 million is given anonymously to United Way
It's a 5-time pledge of $200,000 a year. Area's '04 goal is $10.6 million.
By Dan Sheehan
Of The Morning Call
You'd love to know the name of the local United Way's million-dollar donor, wouldn't you?
Sorry. Closely guarded secret and all that. In any case, the donor has pledged $200,000 a year for five years to the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley. That would represent almost 2 percent of this year's campaign goal."
It's a 5-time pledge of $200,000 a year. Area's '04 goal is $10.6 million.
By Dan Sheehan
Of The Morning Call
You'd love to know the name of the local United Way's million-dollar donor, wouldn't you?
Sorry. Closely guarded secret and all that. In any case, the donor has pledged $200,000 a year for five years to the United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley. That would represent almost 2 percent of this year's campaign goal."
Yahoo! News - Prosecutor Blasts GOP for Shielding DeLay
Yahoo! News - Prosecutor Blasts GOP for Shielding DeLay: "NEW YORK - A Texas prosecutor who is leading an investigation into possible illegal campaign spending lashed out at congressional Republicans on Tuesday for changing their rules in order to protect House Majority Leader Tom DeLay. "
2004 Northern Virginia Conference on Nonprofit Management - Home
2004 Northern Virginia Conference on Nonprofit Management - Home: "Synergy in Our Sector'
Friday & Saturday
December 3-4, 2004
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035"
Friday & Saturday
December 3-4, 2004
Fairfax County Government Center
12000 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035"
IOL: Survey claims young people give less to charity
IOL: Survey claims young people give less to charity: "Survey claims young people give less to charity
24/11/2004 - 11:30:45
A survey carried out by the Community Foundation of Ireland has claimed young people give least money to charity compared to other age groups.
One in three questioned in the 18 to 25 age group give no money to charity at all. This contrasts with 92% of people aged between 35 and 44 who donate money each month"
24/11/2004 - 11:30:45
A survey carried out by the Community Foundation of Ireland has claimed young people give least money to charity compared to other age groups.
One in three questioned in the 18 to 25 age group give no money to charity at all. This contrasts with 92% of people aged between 35 and 44 who donate money each month"
Mayor to duke it out with university - PittsburghLIVE.com
Mayor to duke it out with university - PittsburghLIVE.com: "Mayor to duke it out with university
By Andrew Conte
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
Mayor Tom Murphy wants to make an example of Duquesne University and its attempt to have its newest student housing building made tax-exempt. Murphy said Tuesday he plans to take his quest to the state Supreme Court if necessary.
Murphy testified at the opening of two tax assessment hearings in which the city is challenging the value of the former Citiline Towers apartment building. Duquesne bought the building in January. The city says it should be assessed at the $22 million sale price; Duquesne hired an appraiser who put the value at $15 million. "
By Andrew Conte
TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
Mayor Tom Murphy wants to make an example of Duquesne University and its attempt to have its newest student housing building made tax-exempt. Murphy said Tuesday he plans to take his quest to the state Supreme Court if necessary.
Murphy testified at the opening of two tax assessment hearings in which the city is challenging the value of the former Citiline Towers apartment building. Duquesne bought the building in January. The city says it should be assessed at the $22 million sale price; Duquesne hired an appraiser who put the value at $15 million. "
The eBay Way
The eBay Way: "The eBay Way
The site's founder wanted to know how best to give. He asked, he listened. Here's what he learned
After becoming one of the richest 31-year-olds in history, eBay Inc. (EBAY ) founder Pierre Omidyar cleared out his cubicle, sold his modest home, and set off for his native Paris with his wife, Pam. It"
The site's founder wanted to know how best to give. He asked, he listened. Here's what he learned
After becoming one of the richest 31-year-olds in history, eBay Inc. (EBAY ) founder Pierre Omidyar cleared out his cubicle, sold his modest home, and set off for his native Paris with his wife, Pam. It"
Free yams for soldiers in Texas and a lollipop drive in Tennessee | csmonitor.com
Free yams for soldiers in Texas and a lollipop drive in Tennessee | csmonitor.com: "Free yams for soldiers in Texas and a lollipop drive in Tennessee
By Sara B. Miller | Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
In Chicago, a group of friends cooked a Thanksgiving feast for America's newest pilgrims: 150 Somali refugees who'd never tasted cornbread stuffing or cranberry sauce.
In Symmes Township, Ohio, kindergartners have been turning their daily grind - making beds, setting dinner tables, and bumping trash bags along the driveway - into a pool of 'chore' money to buy 735 pounds of nonperishables for a local food bank."
By Sara B. Miller | Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
In Chicago, a group of friends cooked a Thanksgiving feast for America's newest pilgrims: 150 Somali refugees who'd never tasted cornbread stuffing or cranberry sauce.
In Symmes Township, Ohio, kindergartners have been turning their daily grind - making beds, setting dinner tables, and bumping trash bags along the driveway - into a pool of 'chore' money to buy 735 pounds of nonperishables for a local food bank."
The Corporate Givers
The Corporate Givers: "The Corporate Givers
U.S. companies have discovered that global philanthropy can reap big dividends
Last fall Pfizer Inc (PFE ) pharmacist Dennis Vargo left his wife and two sons in East Lyme, Conn., for a three-month stay in Kampala, Uganda. Pfizer footed the bill for the trip and paid him his full salary."
U.S. companies have discovered that global philanthropy can reap big dividends
Last fall Pfizer Inc (PFE ) pharmacist Dennis Vargo left his wife and two sons in East Lyme, Conn., for a three-month stay in Kampala, Uganda. Pfizer footed the bill for the trip and paid him his full salary."
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Business in MaineToday.com | Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches "Gifts That Give Twice" Program
Business in MaineToday.com | Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches "Gifts That Give Twice" Program: "Released 11/23/04
Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches 'Gifts That Give Twice' Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact Information:
Lydia Badger, Membership Coordinator, Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP)
Tel: 871-1885
Fax: 780-0346
lbadger@nonprofitmaine.org
The Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches �Gifts That Give Twice� Program
Portland, ME --November 22, 2004 � Before you waste your time, energy and money at the mall, think about buying socially responsible gifts for the friends and family on your holiday list from MANP�s member organizations. Starting on November 22nd, MANP�s website, "
Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches 'Gifts That Give Twice' Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact Information:
Lydia Badger, Membership Coordinator, Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP)
Tel: 871-1885
Fax: 780-0346
lbadger@nonprofitmaine.org
The Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) Launches �Gifts That Give Twice� Program
Portland, ME --November 22, 2004 � Before you waste your time, energy and money at the mall, think about buying socially responsible gifts for the friends and family on your holiday list from MANP�s member organizations. Starting on November 22nd, MANP�s website, "
New Zealand News - Dialogue - Tapu Misa: When the housekeeping money ends up going to charity
New Zealand News - Dialogue - Tapu Misa: When the housekeeping money ends up going to charity: "Tapu Misa: When the housekeeping money ends up going to charity
24.11.2004
COMMENT
I've sat in one of those suburban pubs on a weekday morning - having brunch, if you must know - and watched the steady procession of women coming through the doors, stopping off briefly at the bar to get change, before heading straight for the little room with the casino sign and the flashing poker machines. "
24.11.2004
COMMENT
I've sat in one of those suburban pubs on a weekday morning - having brunch, if you must know - and watched the steady procession of women coming through the doors, stopping off briefly at the bar to get change, before heading straight for the little room with the casino sign and the flashing poker machines. "
TownOnline.com - The Upper Cape Codder - Opinion & Letters
TownOnline.com - The Upper Cape Codder - Opinion & Letters: "Burns: Charity begins at home
By Joe Burns/ jburns@cnc.com
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Who Cares
What to make out of the recent report from the Catalogue for Philanthropy?
The organization's Generosity Index, which measures and compares the generosity of all 50 states, ranks Mississippi as the most generous state in the nation and shows Massachusetts to be stingier than everyone else in the country except our 'live free or die' neighbors to the north (Rhode Island finished 48th for an all-New England trifecta.)
Well, surveys have been wrong before. Not too many years ago Girlfriend magazine listed Jackson, Miss. as more lesbian-friendly than Provincetown. Since then, more than 86-percent of Mississippi voters approved an amendment banning same-sex marriage.
But this generosity survey might not be that much of a miscalculation. This is the eighth consecutive year that Mississippi has topped the GI list, while Massachusetts, despite having received congratulations back in 2001 for the large increases in its charitable contributions, has consistently been a cellar dweller when it comes to donations."
By Joe Burns/ jburns@cnc.com
Tuesday, November 23, 2004
Who Cares
What to make out of the recent report from the Catalogue for Philanthropy?
The organization's Generosity Index, which measures and compares the generosity of all 50 states, ranks Mississippi as the most generous state in the nation and shows Massachusetts to be stingier than everyone else in the country except our 'live free or die' neighbors to the north (Rhode Island finished 48th for an all-New England trifecta.)
Well, surveys have been wrong before. Not too many years ago Girlfriend magazine listed Jackson, Miss. as more lesbian-friendly than Provincetown. Since then, more than 86-percent of Mississippi voters approved an amendment banning same-sex marriage.
But this generosity survey might not be that much of a miscalculation. This is the eighth consecutive year that Mississippi has topped the GI list, while Massachusetts, despite having received congratulations back in 2001 for the large increases in its charitable contributions, has consistently been a cellar dweller when it comes to donations."
Feature Newsline
Feature Newsline: "Nonprofits Gear Up For Sustainable Funding
Ambitious 5-year program ensures groups leave financial legacy
SEATTLE, Nov. 23, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- For most nonprofits, sustainable funding is a dream. But for a select few, it's getting much closer to reality.
Raising More Money, a Seattle-based organization, is enrolling up to 20 nonprofits in a five-year pilot project to create sustainable funding, not just paying for next year's operating expenses. Terry Axelrod, CEO and founder of Raising More Money, is convinced any nonprofit can be financially secure for years to come if it knows how to connect with people. The program will formally launch on Dec. 1, 2004. "
Ambitious 5-year program ensures groups leave financial legacy
SEATTLE, Nov. 23, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- For most nonprofits, sustainable funding is a dream. But for a select few, it's getting much closer to reality.
Raising More Money, a Seattle-based organization, is enrolling up to 20 nonprofits in a five-year pilot project to create sustainable funding, not just paying for next year's operating expenses. Terry Axelrod, CEO and founder of Raising More Money, is convinced any nonprofit can be financially secure for years to come if it knows how to connect with people. The program will formally launch on Dec. 1, 2004. "
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Voluntary Sector Welcomes Queen's Speech
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Voluntary Sector Welcomes Queen's Speech: "Voluntary Sector Welcomes Queen's Speech
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
A host of voluntary organisations have welcomed new Government proposals to revamp charity laws after the Queen outlined the plans in her speech to Parliament today.
Amidst the pomp and pageantry of the age old tradition inside the House of Lords in central London the Queen revealed PM Tony Blair is planning to update and modernise current legislation surrounding charities and the voluntary sector in the next session of Parliament."
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
A host of voluntary organisations have welcomed new Government proposals to revamp charity laws after the Queen outlined the plans in her speech to Parliament today.
Amidst the pomp and pageantry of the age old tradition inside the House of Lords in central London the Queen revealed PM Tony Blair is planning to update and modernise current legislation surrounding charities and the voluntary sector in the next session of Parliament."
WebCPA | Tools and Resources for the Electronic Accountant
WebCPA | Tools and Resources for the Electronic Accountant: "Vendor Profile: Blackbaud: Finding profit in helping nonprofits
By David McClure
There are more than 1.5 million nonprofits in the United States, receiving more than $240 billion each year in charitable contributions. They are service organizations and charities whose missions are to meet the social needs of the nation and to improve the quality of life of those they serve."
By David McClure
There are more than 1.5 million nonprofits in the United States, receiving more than $240 billion each year in charitable contributions. They are service organizations and charities whose missions are to meet the social needs of the nation and to improve the quality of life of those they serve."
At Least 70% of the Mobile Workforce, or 35 Million U.S. Workers, Is the Minimal Addressable Market for Wireless E-Mail Solutions, Says Yankee Group
At Least 70% of the Mobile Workforce, or 35 Million U.S. Workers, Is the Minimal Addressable Market for Wireless E-Mail Solutions, Says Yankee Group: "At Least 70% of the Mobile Workforce, or 35 Million U.S. Workers, Is the Minimal Addressable Market for Wireless E-Mail Solutions, Says Yankee Group
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 22, 2004--
U.S. corporate wireless e-mail market remains relatively untapped
E-mail is the most common business application U.S. mobile workers use on a daily basis, according to the Yankee Group 2004 Corporate Wireless Survey. Whether enterprise IT executives and decision-makers realize it or not, the majority of their mobile workforce has an inherent requirement for wireless access to e-mail.
'The key for IT decision-makers is not whether wireless e-mail is necessary, but how wireless e-mail can be deployed and managed cost-effectively,' says Eugene Signorini, Yankee Group Wireless/Mobile Enterprise & Commerce program manager. 'Driven by the core requirements of their mobile workers, the vast majority of U.S. businesses cite e-mail as a driver for a wireless wide-area data solution. Various wireless e-mail solutions and delivery models exist in the market, and most businesses are still evaluating the right configuration for their deployments.'
The majority of wireless e-mail solutions fall into one of three categories: desktop client solutions, behind-the-firewall solutions and carrier-hosted solutions. "
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 22, 2004--
U.S. corporate wireless e-mail market remains relatively untapped
E-mail is the most common business application U.S. mobile workers use on a daily basis, according to the Yankee Group 2004 Corporate Wireless Survey. Whether enterprise IT executives and decision-makers realize it or not, the majority of their mobile workforce has an inherent requirement for wireless access to e-mail.
'The key for IT decision-makers is not whether wireless e-mail is necessary, but how wireless e-mail can be deployed and managed cost-effectively,' says Eugene Signorini, Yankee Group Wireless/Mobile Enterprise & Commerce program manager. 'Driven by the core requirements of their mobile workers, the vast majority of U.S. businesses cite e-mail as a driver for a wireless wide-area data solution. Various wireless e-mail solutions and delivery models exist in the market, and most businesses are still evaluating the right configuration for their deployments.'
The majority of wireless e-mail solutions fall into one of three categories: desktop client solutions, behind-the-firewall solutions and carrier-hosted solutions. "
Yahoo! News - Online Extra: A Talk with Oprah Winfrey
Yahoo! News - Online Extra: A Talk with Oprah Winfrey: "Oprah Winfrey is the first African-American philanthropist to make the BusinessWeek Top 50 list. BW's Michelle Conlin recently asked Oprah to tell us a bit about her commitment to charity. Edited excerpts of their conversation follow: "
deseretnews.com | Walker proposes sweeping tax reform
deseretnews.com | Walker proposes sweeping tax reform: "If Utah used the 'average gross income' calculation, taken before people itemize for charitable giving, home mortgage interest or minor children at home, then the flat rate paid by all would only be 4.1 percent.
Monday, Walker's tax experts said most Utahns would still come out ahead in that calculation, although it would be a big political sell."
Monday, Walker's tax experts said most Utahns would still come out ahead in that calculation, although it would be a big political sell."
ePolitix.com - Raft of bills set to make Blunkett big winner
ePolitix.com - Raft of bills set to make Blunkett big winner: "On top of these the home secretary is set to get the chance to pilot his Charities Bill through parliament, which defines the work of the voluntary sector and sets public interest tests for organisations to qualify for charitable status."
Judge wants impartial report on charity - Tuesday, 11/23/04
Judge wants impartial report on charity - Tuesday, 11/23/04: "Judge wants impartial report on charity
By ROB JOHNSON
Staff Writer
A Davidson County probate judge has requested a thorough, independent accounting of a $100 million nonprofit foundation that is at the center of cross-border litigation between Tennessee and Mississippi."
By ROB JOHNSON
Staff Writer
A Davidson County probate judge has requested a thorough, independent accounting of a $100 million nonprofit foundation that is at the center of cross-border litigation between Tennessee and Mississippi."
Guardian Unlimited Politics | Special Reports | New era for charity law
Guardian Unlimited Politics | Special Reports | New era for charity law: "Special report: Queen's Speech 2004
New era for charity law
Annie Kelly
Tuesday November 23, 2004
New charity law that puts public benefit at the heart of charitable activity and raises question marks over the status of private schools was confirmed in the Queen's speech today.
After months of anxious expectation, the UK's voluntary sector will now have a modern legal framework. It is the first time that charity law has been updated since the 1600s.
The bill is likely to mean that charities must not only demonstrate that their purpose is charitable, but also of public benefit. A public benefit test, assessed case-by-case by watchdog the Charity Commission, will decide whether organisations should be granted charitable status based on the value their work brings to the wider community."
New era for charity law
Annie Kelly
Tuesday November 23, 2004
New charity law that puts public benefit at the heart of charitable activity and raises question marks over the status of private schools was confirmed in the Queen's speech today.
After months of anxious expectation, the UK's voluntary sector will now have a modern legal framework. It is the first time that charity law has been updated since the 1600s.
The bill is likely to mean that charities must not only demonstrate that their purpose is charitable, but also of public benefit. A public benefit test, assessed case-by-case by watchdog the Charity Commission, will decide whether organisations should be granted charitable status based on the value their work brings to the wider community."
Yahoo Hong kong to hold charity auction
:: Xinhuanet - English ::: "Yahoo! Hong Kong to hold charity auction
www.chinaview.cn 2004-11-23 20:02:58
HONG KONG, Nov. 23 (Xinhuanet) -- Yahoo! Hong Kong gave a kicked off of its Yahoo! Auctions' 5th Anniversary Charity Auctions here Tuesday.
The auction will be a five-week event commencing on Nov. 30 with an aim to raise fund for the Hong Kong Children's Cancer Foundation. There will be hundreds of personal collectible and hotitems to be auctions including the town's favorites brands, toys, sportswear, cosmetic and skin care "
www.chinaview.cn 2004-11-23 20:02:58
HONG KONG, Nov. 23 (Xinhuanet) -- Yahoo! Hong Kong gave a kicked off of its Yahoo! Auctions' 5th Anniversary Charity Auctions here Tuesday.
The auction will be a five-week event commencing on Nov. 30 with an aim to raise fund for the Hong Kong Children's Cancer Foundation. There will be hundreds of personal collectible and hotitems to be auctions including the town's favorites brands, toys, sportswear, cosmetic and skin care "
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