TheNewsTribune.com Tacoma, WA SoundLife: "Between a board and a hard place
Volunteer directors of arts groups, not paid staff, face the ultimate responsibility
JEN GRAVES; The News Tribune
Last updated: March 13th, 2005 09:45 AM
FRED MATAMOROS/The News Tribune
When the Tacoma Actors Guild board of directors shut down the theater and let the staff go in December, it demonstrated a principle that is rarely glimpsed publicly: Boards are in charge. "
Monday, March 14, 2005
Local nonprofit helps first responders respond better
Local nonprofit helps first responders respond better: "Local nonprofit helps first responders respond better
By HEATHER GREENFIELD
Associated Press Writer
Published March 13, 2005
FAIRFAX, Va. -- Art Bushkin doesn't 'know much about saving children, saving the whales or saving the environment.' But for all he knows, those using his network are doing just that.
'Stargazer is an online service for social good. We don't define what the social good is,' Bushkin said of the Fairfax-based charity he began about six years ago. He anticipated things like teachers across the world sharing lesson plans"
By HEATHER GREENFIELD
Associated Press Writer
Published March 13, 2005
FAIRFAX, Va. -- Art Bushkin doesn't 'know much about saving children, saving the whales or saving the environment.' But for all he knows, those using his network are doing just that.
'Stargazer is an online service for social good. We don't define what the social good is,' Bushkin said of the Fairfax-based charity he began about six years ago. He anticipated things like teachers across the world sharing lesson plans"
Sarbanes-Oxley Act strengthens nonprofits methods - 2005-03-14
Sarbanes-Oxley Act strengthens nonprofits methods - 2005-03-14: "Sarbanes-Oxley Act strengthens nonprofits methods
Michelle Cater Rash
The Business Journal Serving the Greater Triad Area
Gladys Ashe Robinson knows the importance of being open about all financial dealings.
As the executive director of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of the Piedmont, a nonprofit organization with offices in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem and Burlington, she knows that future funds depend on how much the public and the government trust their handling of current finances.
During the post Sarbanes-Oxley Act era of increased corporate accountability, executive directors like Robinson say it's good to see public companies adhering to accountability standards that most nonprofits have followed for years."
Michelle Cater Rash
The Business Journal Serving the Greater Triad Area
Gladys Ashe Robinson knows the importance of being open about all financial dealings.
As the executive director of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of the Piedmont, a nonprofit organization with offices in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem and Burlington, she knows that future funds depend on how much the public and the government trust their handling of current finances.
During the post Sarbanes-Oxley Act era of increased corporate accountability, executive directors like Robinson say it's good to see public companies adhering to accountability standards that most nonprofits have followed for years."
Profiting from nonprofit know-how - 2005-03-14
Profiting from nonprofit know-how - 2005-03-14: "Profiting from nonprofit know-how
Talk about community service: Our region's nonprofit sector is a formidable force of job creation and support. Let's learn from it.
An interesting piece of research was released in the region a few weeks ago.
Commissioned by the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington and conducted by Johns Hopkins University and the Urban Institute, the study looked at the economic impact the nonprofit sector provides to the region.
The results were impressive: "
Talk about community service: Our region's nonprofit sector is a formidable force of job creation and support. Let's learn from it.
An interesting piece of research was released in the region a few weeks ago.
Commissioned by the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington and conducted by Johns Hopkins University and the Urban Institute, the study looked at the economic impact the nonprofit sector provides to the region.
The results were impressive: "
The Chronicle, 3/17/2005: Foundations Inch Up Giving
The Chronicle, 3/17/2005: Foundations Inch Up Giving: "Foundations Inch Up Giving
Assets grew last year, but grants won't increase significantly
By Ian Wilhelm
As the stock market grew steadily for the second consecutive year in 2004, the assets of many of the nation's wealthiest private foundations increased modestly, a new Chronicle survey has found."
Assets grew last year, but grants won't increase significantly
By Ian Wilhelm
As the stock market grew steadily for the second consecutive year in 2004, the assets of many of the nation's wealthiest private foundations increased modestly, a new Chronicle survey has found."
High Notes: Volunteer receives just rewards
High Notes: Volunteer receives just rewardsHigh Notes: Volunteer receives just rewards
By WENDY DWYER, Special to Notables
HASH(0x5eea74)
Monday, March 14, 2005
Whoever said "nice guys finish last" certainly hasn't met the inimitable James Campo. The Sewall's Point resident, who is a certified financial planner and president of Campo Insurance and Investment Services in Stuart, dedicates his time and talent to the community.
"I live a fortunate life," Campo said. "It is not only my choice, but my responsibility to help the less-fortunate and to better this community, which has been such a blessing for me and my family."
Because of his commitment to the community, he recently was honored with the Outstanding Philanthropic Leadership Award at the ninth annual Arthur E. Turner Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards program at the Turner Education Center on the West Palm Beach campus of Northwood University. Campo, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Treasure Coast chapter, regularly meets with nonprofit organizations and has helped them raise $50 million through the Planned Giving Council's Leave A Legacy program — a program that educates the public on the benefits of estate planning.
By WENDY DWYER, Special to Notables
HASH(0x5eea74)
Monday, March 14, 2005
Whoever said "nice guys finish last" certainly hasn't met the inimitable James Campo. The Sewall's Point resident, who is a certified financial planner and president of Campo Insurance and Investment Services in Stuart, dedicates his time and talent to the community.
"I live a fortunate life," Campo said. "It is not only my choice, but my responsibility to help the less-fortunate and to better this community, which has been such a blessing for me and my family."
Because of his commitment to the community, he recently was honored with the Outstanding Philanthropic Leadership Award at the ninth annual Arthur E. Turner Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards program at the Turner Education Center on the West Palm Beach campus of Northwood University. Campo, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Treasure Coast chapter, regularly meets with nonprofit organizations and has helped them raise $50 million through the Planned Giving Council's Leave A Legacy program — a program that educates the public on the benefits of estate planning.
HoustonChronicle.com - Bush working to fund 'armies of compassion'
HoustonChronicle.com - Bush working to fund 'armies of compassion': "Bush working to fund 'armies of compassion'
Executive order used on behalf of faith-based groups
By BENNETT ROTH
Copyright 2005 Houston Chronicle Washington Bureau
WASHINGTON - The city council of Janesville, Wis., said last year that it would approve federal funds for a Salvation Army housing project only if plans for Bible study there were abandoned.
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In response, the Bush administration swung into action.
Federal housing officials informed the city that taxpayer dollars could be spent on the project for the homeless as long as religious services were voluntary. So the council awarded a $250,000 grant to the Salvation Army without stipulations.
President Bush recently seized on the city's reversal as evidence of his determination to give so-called faith-based groups a better shot at government funding."
Executive order used on behalf of faith-based groups
By BENNETT ROTH
Copyright 2005 Houston Chronicle Washington Bureau
WASHINGTON - The city council of Janesville, Wis., said last year that it would approve federal funds for a Salvation Army housing project only if plans for Bible study there were abandoned.
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In response, the Bush administration swung into action.
Federal housing officials informed the city that taxpayer dollars could be spent on the project for the homeless as long as religious services were voluntary. So the council awarded a $250,000 grant to the Salvation Army without stipulations.
President Bush recently seized on the city's reversal as evidence of his determination to give so-called faith-based groups a better shot at government funding."
The Seattle Times: Opinion: Faith-based whistle-blowing
The Seattle Times: Opinion: Faith-based whistle-blowing: "Faith-based whistle-blowing
Neal Peirce / Syndicated columnist
The Rev. Jim Dickerson is founder and pastor of the New Community Church, a highly active, interracial congregation in Washington's inner city. He should be a perfect candidate for George Bush's faith-based initiative, a soldier in the president's 'army of compassion.'
The Manna Community Development Corporation Dickerson founded in the 1980s has renovated or built an amazing total of 850 units of homeownership housing along once drug- and crime-infested streets. The effort has not only helped revive the long-depressed, historically African-American Shaw and Columbia Heights neighborhoods but created $50 million in equity for low-income families. "
Neal Peirce / Syndicated columnist
The Rev. Jim Dickerson is founder and pastor of the New Community Church, a highly active, interracial congregation in Washington's inner city. He should be a perfect candidate for George Bush's faith-based initiative, a soldier in the president's 'army of compassion.'
The Manna Community Development Corporation Dickerson founded in the 1980s has renovated or built an amazing total of 850 units of homeownership housing along once drug- and crime-infested streets. The effort has not only helped revive the long-depressed, historically African-American Shaw and Columbia Heights neighborhoods but created $50 million in equity for low-income families. "
Belfast Telegraph-Red Nose viewers pledge £37m to charity
Belfast Telegraph
Red Nose viewers pledge £37m to charity
Night of comedy proves a big winner
By Staff Reporter
newsdesk@belfasttelegraph.co.uk
12 March 2005
GENEROUS Britons pledged more than £37 million during the televised Red Nose Day fundraising extravaganza overnight.
Kind-hearted viewers watching the mammoth night of comedy on BBC1 had donated £37,809,564 by 2am today for good causes in the UK and Africa.
Organisers are hoping to beat the 2003 total of £61 million.
Red Nose viewers pledge £37m to charity
Night of comedy proves a big winner
By Staff Reporter
newsdesk@belfasttelegraph.co.uk
12 March 2005
GENEROUS Britons pledged more than £37 million during the televised Red Nose Day fundraising extravaganza overnight.
Kind-hearted viewers watching the mammoth night of comedy on BBC1 had donated £37,809,564 by 2am today for good causes in the UK and Africa.
Organisers are hoping to beat the 2003 total of £61 million.
TheWBALChannel.com - News - Selma Marchers Call For Extension Of Voting Rights Act
TheWBALChannel.com - News - Selma Marchers Call For Extension Of Voting Rights Act:
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"Among thousands on hand was singer Harry Belafonte, who took part in the march 40 years ago, and a daughter of President Lyndon Johnson, who signed the Voting Rights Act into law.
Lewis said, while the president signed the measure into law, it 'was written by the people of Selma.'
March veterans and organizers wanted the 40th anniversary "
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"Among thousands on hand was singer Harry Belafonte, who took part in the march 40 years ago, and a daughter of President Lyndon Johnson, who signed the Voting Rights Act into law.
Lewis said, while the president signed the measure into law, it 'was written by the people of Selma.'
March veterans and organizers wanted the 40th anniversary "
Deborah Elizabeth Finn: Podcasting for nonprofits: "Next big thing," or merely "flavor of the month?"
Deborah Elizabeth Finn: Podcasting for nonprofits: "Next big thing," or merely "flavor of the month?": "Deborah Elizabeth Finn
Podcasting for nonprofits: 'Next big thing,' or merely 'flavor of the month?'
Perhaps it's a matter of cognitive style. I tend to be a visual learner, preferring text and graphics to audio input,* so I feel under-qualified to judge whether mission-based organizations should invest their resources in podcasting.
Although I'm a techie, I have an odd streak of Luddism when it comes to new media. I may turn out to be immune to the charm of podcasting, but that would not surprise my loved ones, in that I stopped watching television in the late 1970s.
However, in theory, I do like the idea of enabling individuals and organizations to be audio broadcasters, operating independently of traditional gatekeepers such as major networks"
Podcasting for nonprofits: 'Next big thing,' or merely 'flavor of the month?'
Perhaps it's a matter of cognitive style. I tend to be a visual learner, preferring text and graphics to audio input,* so I feel under-qualified to judge whether mission-based organizations should invest their resources in podcasting.
Although I'm a techie, I have an odd streak of Luddism when it comes to new media. I may turn out to be immune to the charm of podcasting, but that would not surprise my loved ones, in that I stopped watching television in the late 1970s.
However, in theory, I do like the idea of enabling individuals and organizations to be audio broadcasters, operating independently of traditional gatekeepers such as major networks"
NonStarving Artists - Americans for the Arts and Arts & Business Council to Merge Operations
NonStarving Artists - Americans for the Arts and Arts & Business Council to Merge Operations: "Americans for the Arts and Arts & Business Council to Merge OperationsSend this Article (United States-Washington DC) The resources and programming initiatives of both organizations will be combined into a powerful integrated operation. It will stimulate increased support for the arts from individuals, corporations, and foundations through the development of innovative programming and the recruitment of national partners. This will happen not only by formal design but also as a direct result of uniting the constituencies of Americans for the Arts and Arts & Business Council Inc. Among these stakeholders are some 4,000 local arts agencies and united arts funds (Americans for the Arts) and the affiliates and national program partners (Arts & Business Council Inc.) that together will have improved tools to advance support for the arts.
Herald.com | 03/12/2005 | Charity primping for prom
Herald.com 03/12/2005 Charity primping for prom: "BECCA'S CLOSET
Charity primping for prom
BY HANNAH SAMPSON
hsampson@herald.com
Becca's Closet is opening the doors of its Pompano Beach headquarters today for prom season, but the Broward-born organization is touching lives far beyond South Florida.
More than 70 chapters of the charity, which provides formal wear for teens who could not otherwise afford such attire, have opened around the world, including locations in London, the Bahamas, Singapore and in 27 states."
Charity primping for prom
BY HANNAH SAMPSON
hsampson@herald.com
Becca's Closet is opening the doors of its Pompano Beach headquarters today for prom season, but the Broward-born organization is touching lives far beyond South Florida.
More than 70 chapters of the charity, which provides formal wear for teens who could not otherwise afford such attire, have opened around the world, including locations in London, the Bahamas, Singapore and in 27 states."
Rocky Mountain News: Business-A will or no way
Rocky Mountain News: Business: "A will or no way?
By John Accola, Rocky Mountain News
March 12, 2005
SAN DIEGO - When it came to parceling out his fortune, Joe Coors Sr. acted methodically. Well-lawyered documents and trusts, each with its own quirks and terms of endearment, spelled out his wishes as early as 1988.
But in March 2003, the retired Colorado beer mogul and renowned bankroller of conservative causes was fading fast from lymphoma and renal failure. Eight days before his death, the 85-year-old Coors - groggy and under round-the-clock nursing care at his home in Rancho Mirage, Calif. - had yet another paper to sign. "
By John Accola, Rocky Mountain News
March 12, 2005
SAN DIEGO - When it came to parceling out his fortune, Joe Coors Sr. acted methodically. Well-lawyered documents and trusts, each with its own quirks and terms of endearment, spelled out his wishes as early as 1988.
But in March 2003, the retired Colorado beer mogul and renowned bankroller of conservative causes was fading fast from lymphoma and renal failure. Eight days before his death, the 85-year-old Coors - groggy and under round-the-clock nursing care at his home in Rancho Mirage, Calif. - had yet another paper to sign. "
Bill could hide data on colleges' donors | ajc.com
Bill could hide data on colleges' donors | ajc.com
Bill could hide data on colleges' donors
National trend is toward openness
By KELLY SIMMONS
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 03/14/05
The gift at the time, the largest ever received by a public university — came with strings attached.
In 2002, the University of Arkansas received a $300 million donation from the foundation of late Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton. But there was one condition: The university had to agree to keep Chancellor John White on board for at least five years.
Bill could hide data on colleges' donors
National trend is toward openness
By KELLY SIMMONS
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Published on: 03/14/05
The gift at the time, the largest ever received by a public university — came with strings attached.
In 2002, the University of Arkansas received a $300 million donation from the foundation of late Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton. But there was one condition: The university had to agree to keep Chancellor John White on board for at least five years.
Friday, March 11, 2005
The Steamboat Pilot: Group to study local nonprofits
The Steamboat Pilot: Group to study local nonprofits: "Group to study local nonprofits
By Autumn Phillips, Pilot & Today Staff
Friday, March 11, 2005
Yampa Valley Partners is using the success of the Community Indicators Project to clear the way for a second ambitious project.
On Thursday, 25 members of nonprofit arts and social service organizations gathered in the Steamboat Pilot & Today conference room to celebrate Colorado Nonprofit Week, discuss the results from the Indicators Project and create momentum for a new, comprehensive study of the economic effect the nonprofit sector has on Routt and Moffat counties.
Audrey Danner, executive director of Yampa Valley Partners, showed the nonprofit representatives how they could use the Community Indicators Project when applying for funding. She said the proposed nonprofit economic impact study could be used in similar ways."
By Autumn Phillips, Pilot & Today Staff
Friday, March 11, 2005
Yampa Valley Partners is using the success of the Community Indicators Project to clear the way for a second ambitious project.
On Thursday, 25 members of nonprofit arts and social service organizations gathered in the Steamboat Pilot & Today conference room to celebrate Colorado Nonprofit Week, discuss the results from the Indicators Project and create momentum for a new, comprehensive study of the economic effect the nonprofit sector has on Routt and Moffat counties.
Audrey Danner, executive director of Yampa Valley Partners, showed the nonprofit representatives how they could use the Community Indicators Project when applying for funding. She said the proposed nonprofit economic impact study could be used in similar ways."
APP.COM - Nonprofit arts groups help drive local economies
APP.COM - Nonprofit arts groups help drive local economies: "Nonprofit arts groups help drive local economies
Published in the Asbury Park Press 03/11/05
By KEN TARBOUS
GANNETT NEW JERSEY
The arts touch more than hearts and souls in the Garden State.
The economic impact of the nonprofit arts industry in 2000 was estimated to be $1 billion, according to the findings of the most recent study of economic activity published by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and ArtPRIDE New Jersey."
Published in the Asbury Park Press 03/11/05
By KEN TARBOUS
GANNETT NEW JERSEY
The arts touch more than hearts and souls in the Garden State.
The economic impact of the nonprofit arts industry in 2000 was estimated to be $1 billion, according to the findings of the most recent study of economic activity published by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and ArtPRIDE New Jersey."
News 14 Carolina | 24 Hour Local News | TOP STORIES | N.C. lawmaker draws 20 percent of charity's budget in salary
News 14 Carolina | 24 Hour Local News | TOP STORIES | N.C. lawmaker draws 20 percent of charity's budget in salary: "N.C. lawmaker draws 20 percent of charity's budget in salary
3/11/2005 10:38 AM
By: Associated Press
Rep. Mary McAllister (D-Cumberland)
Tax records show that a state lawmaker who heads a state- and federal-funded nonprofit organization drew more than 20 percent of the program's revenues as her salary.
Democratic State Representative Mary McAllister (D-Cumberland) runs Operation Sickle Cell.
The group's most recent federal tax return shows revenues of almost $528,000, of which McAllister reportedly received more than $108,000 in salary and benefits between July 2002 and June 2003. McCallister says she thinks the compensation is fair since she went unpaid in the early years of the 31-year-old program."
3/11/2005 10:38 AM
By: Associated Press
Rep. Mary McAllister (D-Cumberland)
Tax records show that a state lawmaker who heads a state- and federal-funded nonprofit organization drew more than 20 percent of the program's revenues as her salary.
Democratic State Representative Mary McAllister (D-Cumberland) runs Operation Sickle Cell.
The group's most recent federal tax return shows revenues of almost $528,000, of which McAllister reportedly received more than $108,000 in salary and benefits between July 2002 and June 2003. McCallister says she thinks the compensation is fair since she went unpaid in the early years of the 31-year-old program."
Manchester Journal of Manchester, Vermont: Weekly since 1861 AFP Mention
Manchester Journal of Manchester, Vermont: Weekly since 1861: "Stitchy Women co-owners Marlee Mason and Sue Publicover have teamed with local businessperson and knitter Mary Jeanne Packer to organize the 'knit-in'. Participants will make pink scarves to donate to breast cancer survivors and raise money for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Since the Komen Foundation was established in 1982, it has raised $740 million for breast cancer research. The organization was named the 2005 Outstanding Foundation by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. "
Duluth News Tribune | 03/11/2005 | Charitable giving cuts taxes, but can be complicated
Duluth News Tribune | 03/11/2005 | Charitable giving cuts taxes, but can be complicated: "Charitable giving cuts taxes, but can be complicated
BY MARGARET STEEN
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
The South Asia tsunami put charitable giving in the spotlight. Donors who itemize their tax deductions are rewarded for their generosity with a tax break.
Like the rest of the tax code, though, the section on charitable giving is complex. Some questions will require a professional to answer. But here's a primer on what's "
BY MARGARET STEEN
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
The South Asia tsunami put charitable giving in the spotlight. Donors who itemize their tax deductions are rewarded for their generosity with a tax break.
Like the rest of the tax code, though, the section on charitable giving is complex. Some questions will require a professional to answer. But here's a primer on what's "
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Malcolm Dean: Charities' uncertain future
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Malcolm Dean: Charities' uncertain future
Fears of the Leviathan
This is a golden age for charities, but the future is not so clear, says Malcolm Dean
Wednesday March 9, 2005
The Guardian
Have voluntary organisations and community groups reached a heyday? In the last decade, the number of charities has risen from 98,000 to 166,000, backed up by 200,000 community and neighbourhood groups. The number of professional staff employed has grown to 1.5 million, while the number of volunteers are estimated to be 6 million. In a typical year, 6,000 new charities are born. Expenditure on services, advocacy and campaigning has almost doubled to £20bn and assets now total £70bn.
Fears of the Leviathan
This is a golden age for charities, but the future is not so clear, says Malcolm Dean
Wednesday March 9, 2005
The Guardian
Have voluntary organisations and community groups reached a heyday? In the last decade, the number of charities has risen from 98,000 to 166,000, backed up by 200,000 community and neighbourhood groups. The number of professional staff employed has grown to 1.5 million, while the number of volunteers are estimated to be 6 million. In a typical year, 6,000 new charities are born. Expenditure on services, advocacy and campaigning has almost doubled to £20bn and assets now total £70bn.
Tighter fists mean less money for Princeton U.
Tighter fists mean less money for Princeton U.: "Tighter fists mean less money for Princeton U.
Friday, March 11, 2005
By ROBERT STERN
Staff Writer
PRINCETON BOROUGH - Revenue from private donations to Princeton University plummeted by about $100 million - or 44 percent - from fiscal 2003 to 2004, according to a national survey on contributions to higher education.
The $125 million that Princeton received from private donations in fiscal 2004 is its lowest in eight years, according to the Council for Aid to Education (CAE). "
Friday, March 11, 2005
By ROBERT STERN
Staff Writer
PRINCETON BOROUGH - Revenue from private donations to Princeton University plummeted by about $100 million - or 44 percent - from fiscal 2003 to 2004, according to a national survey on contributions to higher education.
The $125 million that Princeton received from private donations in fiscal 2004 is its lowest in eight years, according to the Council for Aid to Education (CAE). "
The Michigan Daily -- 114 Years of Editorial Freedom - Interest group funding issue still in deliberation
The Michigan Daily -- 114 Years of Editorial Freedom - Interest group funding issue still in deliberation
MSA's judicial body has yet to reach a decision on providing student group funding to PIRGIM
By Karl Stampfl, Daily Staff Reporter
March 11, 2005
University general counsel Donica Varner has met with both membres of the Michigan Student Assembly and students advocating for the creation of a University chapter of the Public Interest Research Group in Michigan, and recommended MSA not fund Student PIRGIM because it would lose its tax-exempt status.
MSA's judicial body has yet to reach a decision on providing student group funding to PIRGIM
By Karl Stampfl, Daily Staff Reporter
March 11, 2005
University general counsel Donica Varner has met with both membres of the Michigan Student Assembly and students advocating for the creation of a University chapter of the Public Interest Research Group in Michigan, and recommended MSA not fund Student PIRGIM because it would lose its tax-exempt status.
News: Story Youth Grants
News: Story: "Grants target youth groups
-- Not-for-profit organizations serving Lenawee County's youth are eligible to apply for grant money.
By Ingrid Langsather -- Daily Telegram Staff Writer
ADRIAN -- The Lenawee Youth Council, a collaborative program of the Lenawee Community Foundation and Lenawee United Way and Volunteer Center, has $34,000 in grants available to organizations serving Lenawee County youth."
-- Not-for-profit organizations serving Lenawee County's youth are eligible to apply for grant money.
By Ingrid Langsather -- Daily Telegram Staff Writer
ADRIAN -- The Lenawee Youth Council, a collaborative program of the Lenawee Community Foundation and Lenawee United Way and Volunteer Center, has $34,000 in grants available to organizations serving Lenawee County youth."
Thursday, March 10, 2005
SACRAMENTO / $1.1 million in dubious spending by nonprofits / State auditors report grant funds used for questionable deals
SACRAMENTO / $1.1 million in dubious spending by nonprofits / State auditors report grant funds used for questionable deals: "SACRAMENTO
$1.1 million in dubious spending by nonprofits
State auditors report grant funds used for questionable deals
Christian Berthelsen, Chronicle Staff Writer
Thursday, March 10, 2005
Sacramento -- Administrators of nonprofit groups spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in state grant funds on questionable deals, and in one case used taxpayer funds to pay for personal expenses, according to a state auditors' report released Wednesday.
The questionable deals included payment by one nonprofit administrator of $60,000 to an architecture firm he owns for work on a historic restoration project in Los Angeles, and payments of more than $586,000 from a Hemet (Riverside County) foundation "
$1.1 million in dubious spending by nonprofits
State auditors report grant funds used for questionable deals
Christian Berthelsen, Chronicle Staff Writer
Thursday, March 10, 2005
Sacramento -- Administrators of nonprofit groups spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in state grant funds on questionable deals, and in one case used taxpayer funds to pay for personal expenses, according to a state auditors' report released Wednesday.
The questionable deals included payment by one nonprofit administrator of $60,000 to an architecture firm he owns for work on a historic restoration project in Los Angeles, and payments of more than $586,000 from a Hemet (Riverside County) foundation "
S. Korean Group Sponsored DeLay Trip (washingtonpost.com)
S. Korean Group Sponsored DeLay Trip (washingtonpost.com): "S. Korean Group Sponsored DeLay Trip
Visits May Have Broken House Rules
By Mike Allen and R. Jeffrey Smith
Washington Post Staff Writers
Thursday, March 10, 2005; Page A01
A delegation of Republican House members including Majority Leader Tom DeLay accepted an expense-paid trip to South Korea in 2001 from a registered foreign agent despite House rules that bar the acceptance of travel expenses from foreign agents, according to government documents and travel reports filed by the House members. "
Visits May Have Broken House Rules
By Mike Allen and R. Jeffrey Smith
Washington Post Staff Writers
Thursday, March 10, 2005; Page A01
A delegation of Republican House members including Majority Leader Tom DeLay accepted an expense-paid trip to South Korea in 2001 from a registered foreign agent despite House rules that bar the acceptance of travel expenses from foreign agents, according to government documents and travel reports filed by the House members. "
Wednesday, March 09, 2005
MSN Money - Free at last from telemarketing invasions - Financial privacy
MSN Money - Free at last from telemarketing invasions - Financial privacy: "Free at last from telemarketing invasions
Telemarketers say they'll honor the wildly popular but legally besieged Do-Not-Call list until the court battles are over. Here's what to do now, whether or not you're already on the registry.
By Liz Pulliam Weston
Your home should be a lot quieter now -- especially around dinnertime.
Those whose telephone numbers have already been submitted to the national Do-Not-Call registry should have noticed a substantial decrease in calls starting Oct. 1, the date the law was to have gone into effect.
As the battle stands now, three court decisions block full implementation of the registry, but some telemarketers -- including the group that represents 80% of the industry"
Telemarketers say they'll honor the wildly popular but legally besieged Do-Not-Call list until the court battles are over. Here's what to do now, whether or not you're already on the registry.
By Liz Pulliam Weston
Your home should be a lot quieter now -- especially around dinnertime.
Those whose telephone numbers have already been submitted to the national Do-Not-Call registry should have noticed a substantial decrease in calls starting Oct. 1, the date the law was to have gone into effect.
As the battle stands now, three court decisions block full implementation of the registry, but some telemarketers -- including the group that represents 80% of the industry"
The Globe and Mail: WORKPLACE ETHICS 101
The Globe and Mail: WORKPLACE ETHICS 101:
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"Last week's question
You start a new job where you have the discretion to choose the charity to which your company donates. The charity with which your company has had a long association, however, contravenes your political beliefs, but the charity's budget assumes your company's donation and many recipients of its services would lose out if you stop the practice. What do you do?
Our choice
Corporate donations have too often been made on the basis of the personal beliefs of the person in charge. Decisions should not be influenced by whether or not the marketing department thinks sailing is trendy, the CEO has a child with a disease, the founder loved her alma mater or an employee with a new job has different political beliefs than her predecessor."
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"Last week's question
You start a new job where you have the discretion to choose the charity to which your company donates. The charity with which your company has had a long association, however, contravenes your political beliefs, but the charity's budget assumes your company's donation and many recipients of its services would lose out if you stop the practice. What do you do?
Our choice
Corporate donations have too often been made on the basis of the personal beliefs of the person in charge. Decisions should not be influenced by whether or not the marketing department thinks sailing is trendy, the CEO has a child with a disease, the founder loved her alma mater or an employee with a new job has different political beliefs than her predecessor."
WHDH-TV - helpmehank - Unsolicited Check Raises Concerns For Local Autism Organization
WHDH-TV - helpmehank - Unsolicited Check Raises Concerns For Local Autism Organization
Nannette Ohman knew bad things happen to good people, and she was worried, worried, worried when she opened an envelope.
"We got the check in the mail," Ohman said.
She'd seen the stories on fake foreign lotteries and Internet auction scams.
Nannette Ohman knew bad things happen to good people, and she was worried, worried, worried when she opened an envelope.
"We got the check in the mail," Ohman said.
She'd seen the stories on fake foreign lotteries and Internet auction scams.
SU joins effort to boost charities
SU joins effort to boost charities: "A Syracuse University associate professor who specializes in philanthropy took the stage Tuesday at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C., to help launch a major effort to increase charitable giving in the United States.
Arthur Brooks, of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, joined Sen. Rick Santorum, R-Pa., and Rep. George Radanovich, R-Calif., in outlining their One Percent Plan, a multifaceted program to increase private philanthropy from 1.9 percent of the gross domestic product to 2.9 percent of the GDP.
Arthur Brooks, of the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, joined Sen. Rick Santorum, R-Pa., and Rep. George Radanovich, R-Calif., in outlining their One Percent Plan, a multifaceted program to increase private philanthropy from 1.9 percent of the gross domestic product to 2.9 percent of the GDP.
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