San Jose Mercury News - DONATIONS DISAPPEAR: "DONATIONS DISAPPEAR
By Sal Pizarro
Mercury News
Article Launched: 03/20/2007 01:37:50 AM PDT
It was too good to be true.
There was heavy buzz a couple of weeks ago about a series of major donations headed to San Jose arts groups from an anonymous donor.
The money was big - $5.8 million - and the list of beneficiaries was long, ranging from Opera San Jose and Symphony Silicon Valley to San Jose State University's marching band.
But the donations didn't materialize, and the donor - who said his name was Emilio Maschino - apparently skipped town just ahead of the cops. He left behind thousands of dollars in hotel bills and the dashed hopes of San Jose's cash-strapped arts community."
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Kansas City infoZine News - Share the Harvest Venison Donations Top 140 Tons - USA
Kansas City infoZine News - Share the Harvest Venison Donations Top 140 Tons - USA: "Show-Me State hunters continue to feed more of their fellow citizens in need, donating more than 140 tons of venison through the Share the Harvest (STH) Program in 2006."
Monday, March 19, 2007
Times Argus: Vermont News & Information
Times Argus: Vermont News & Information: "Travlndude's cross-country trip for charity – on a beefed-up lawnmower – might have been cut short Friday in Montpelier.
Louis Ransom, aka 'Travlndude,' of Fife Lake, Mich., has planned a year-long, 33,000-mile world-record ride around the United States to raise money for two charities, the Children's Miracle Network and Shriner's Hospitals For Children.
His vehicle of choice: A big, fancy lawnmower – with a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour — touted as the fasted lawnmower in the world.
But right now, his lawnmower is not going anywhere fast, or slow."
Louis Ransom, aka 'Travlndude,' of Fife Lake, Mich., has planned a year-long, 33,000-mile world-record ride around the United States to raise money for two charities, the Children's Miracle Network and Shriner's Hospitals For Children.
His vehicle of choice: A big, fancy lawnmower – with a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour — touted as the fasted lawnmower in the world.
But right now, his lawnmower is not going anywhere fast, or slow."
The Helper’s Helper: Where Nonprofits Turn - New York Times
The Helper’s Helper: Where Nonprofits Turn - New York Times: "But rather than belonging to star-worshiping claques or camera-clicking packs, the 20 students taking notes in a Manhattan conference room recently were from a very different realm. They work for nonprofit organizations, and they had come to learn how to recruit celebrities to donate their time to help with fund-raising."
Boston - Bull Market or Bear Market, Jewish Charities' Assets Growing
Boston - Bull Market or Bear Market, Jewish Charities' Assets Growing: "Bull Market or Bear Market, Jewish Charities' Assets Growing
By Jacob Berkman
NEW YORK (JTA) — The Jewish philanthropic world is not worried that a downturn in U.S. stock markets so far this year will hurt investment in Jewish causes.
The economy generally has been booming since the early 1990s. And despite a market crash when the high-tech bubble burst in 2000 and after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, a bull market that resumed in 2003 pushed indexes such as the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrials Average back to record highs earlier this year."
By Jacob Berkman
NEW YORK (JTA) — The Jewish philanthropic world is not worried that a downturn in U.S. stock markets so far this year will hurt investment in Jewish causes.
The economy generally has been booming since the early 1990s. And despite a market crash when the high-tech bubble burst in 2000 and after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, a bull market that resumed in 2003 pushed indexes such as the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrials Average back to record highs earlier this year."
Write a Check? The New Philanthropist Goes Further - New York Times
Write a Check? The New Philanthropist Goes Further - New York Times: "MANY wealthy Americans are no longer content to bequeath their money to favorite causes in their wills. Instead, they are creating a strategic plan for charitable gifts, to be carried out in their lifetime. They are choosing the problem they want to help solve, researching how best to solve it and involving themselves and their families deeply in the effort."
SW Iowa News - Business: Strawhecker to lead fundraising foundation
SW Iowa News - Business: Strawhecker to lead fundraising foundation: "Paul J. Strawhecker, president of Omaha-based Paul Strawhecker Inc., will lead the board of directors of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Foundation for Philanthropy.
The honor is another feather in the cap of Strawhecker's firm, a leading fundraising consulting and resource development firm that works exclusively with nonprofit organizations. Council Bluffs residents have seen Strawhecker's company make a positive impact in their city."
The honor is another feather in the cap of Strawhecker's firm, a leading fundraising consulting and resource development firm that works exclusively with nonprofit organizations. Council Bluffs residents have seen Strawhecker's company make a positive impact in their city."
Appleton Post-Crescent: Your Fox Cities News Source - Nonprofit organizations persevere through tight economic times in Valley
Appleton Post-Crescent: Your Fox Cities News Source - Nonprofit organizations persevere through tight economic times in Valley: "Nonprofit organizations persevere through tight economic times in Valley
By Kara Patterson
Post-Crescent staff writer
To maintain their quality of service and meet residents' needs, Fox Valley nonprofit organizations in 2006 navigated challenges, including layoffs affecting longtime donors and the ever-present competition for discretionary dollars.
Some nonprofit leaders cited corporate downsizing and mergers as being the clue to why fundraising campaigns fell below goal, or needed extended deadlines to raise necessary funds."
By Kara Patterson
Post-Crescent staff writer
To maintain their quality of service and meet residents' needs, Fox Valley nonprofit organizations in 2006 navigated challenges, including layoffs affecting longtime donors and the ever-present competition for discretionary dollars.
Some nonprofit leaders cited corporate downsizing and mergers as being the clue to why fundraising campaigns fell below goal, or needed extended deadlines to raise necessary funds."
SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Charities seek more to serve as volunteers
SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Metro -- Charities seek more to serve as volunteers: "Need for unpaid workers greater than S.D. supply
By Jeff McDonald
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
March 18, 2007
Good help is hard to find, the old saying goes. It's even more difficult when the job is the worker's only reward.
Fewer people are volunteering for nonprofit organizations than at any time since the government began keeping track in 2002, according to a new report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The bureau said 61.2 million people served charities in 2006, a drop of nearly 6.5 percent from the previous year."
By Jeff McDonald
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER
March 18, 2007
Good help is hard to find, the old saying goes. It's even more difficult when the job is the worker's only reward.
Fewer people are volunteering for nonprofit organizations than at any time since the government began keeping track in 2002, according to a new report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The bureau said 61.2 million people served charities in 2006, a drop of nearly 6.5 percent from the previous year."
Heinz foundation's shift in strategy affects money flow
Heinz foundation's shift in strategy affects money flow: "Heinz foundation's shift in strategy affects money flow
Sunday, March 18, 2007
By Dan Fitzpatrick, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
There is a major strategy shift under way at The Heinz Endowments, the region's second-wealthiest philanthropy, that will solidify Teresa Heinz as foundation chair and affect how much money flows to nonprofit groups in the Pittsburgh area."
Sunday, March 18, 2007
By Dan Fitzpatrick, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
There is a major strategy shift under way at The Heinz Endowments, the region's second-wealthiest philanthropy, that will solidify Teresa Heinz as foundation chair and affect how much money flows to nonprofit groups in the Pittsburgh area."
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In Shriner Spending, a Blurry Line of Giving - New York Times
In Shriner Spending, a Blurry Line of Giving - New York Times: "he experience inspired a lasting devotion to the Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, the 135-year-old fraternal organization that founded and controls the Shriners Hospitals for Children. “They did wonders for me,” Mr. Goline said.
But his faith was shaken when he joined the leadership of the Suez Shriners in San Angelo, one of 191 temples affiliated with the order. He found that much of the money collected to support the hospitals was commingled with money used for liquor, parties and members’ travel to Shrine events. The Shrine’s national auditor largely confirmed his findings, but not before Mr. Goline was forced out of office."
But his faith was shaken when he joined the leadership of the Suez Shriners in San Angelo, one of 191 temples affiliated with the order. He found that much of the money collected to support the hospitals was commingled with money used for liquor, parties and members’ travel to Shrine events. The Shrine’s national auditor largely confirmed his findings, but not before Mr. Goline was forced out of office."
Great Falls Tribune - www.greatfallstribune.com - Great Falls, MT
Great Falls Tribune - www.greatfallstribune.com - Great Falls, MT: "n geographic terms, Montanans live in one of two places: on the 'east side' or the 'west side.' The line of demarcation is the Continental Divide, the Crown of the Continent.
According to a new report, however, all Montanans live on the same, leeward side of another line: the 'Philanthropic Divide.' We're in a kind of rainshadow where philanthropic dollars rarely fall."
According to a new report, however, all Montanans live on the same, leeward side of another line: the 'Philanthropic Divide.' We're in a kind of rainshadow where philanthropic dollars rarely fall."
Philanthropic FW couple honored at international conference
Philanthropic FW couple honored at international conference: "The Fort Worth couple, both individually and together, has provided financial, fund-raising and organizational support to numerous charities. Both have been recognized as outstanding volunteer fund-raisers by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Fort Worth Metro Chapter – Joan in 1996 and Howard in 2002. And now, the duo is set to receive the 2007 Ketchum Award for Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser at the AFP’s 44th annual international conference March 27 in Dallas."
Giving large: The philanthropist Myra Kraft forges a new form of engaged giving - International Herald Tribune
Giving large: The philanthropist Myra Kraft forges a new form of engaged giving - International Herald Tribune: "he cherry-paneled boardroom of Combined Jewish Philanthropies is humming. Many of the most powerful and influential members of Boston's Jewish community are gathered to discuss the goals of CJP, a nonprofit that distributed $71 million last year. Four sleek black speakerphones flash green lights as disembodied voices jump in and out of the conversation. Myra Hiatt Kraft, a pair of spectacles dangling from her teeth, is sitting at the center of the action, in the familiar position of chairwoman of the board."
Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story-Outward bound: Consultants bring help from the outside in
Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story: "Outward bound: Consultants bring help from the outside in
Elisa Birnbaum By Elisa Birnbaum
March 19, 2007
A couple of years ago, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada took a strategic step outward. Though boasting a staff rich in expertise and vast in experience, they nonetheless decided to outsource an external consultant for an upcoming sponsorship program. While hiring outside help may not be the most common route for the society and other organizations, it is still often considered a significant step toward achieving mission goals."
Elisa Birnbaum By Elisa Birnbaum
March 19, 2007
A couple of years ago, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada took a strategic step outward. Though boasting a staff rich in expertise and vast in experience, they nonetheless decided to outsource an external consultant for an upcoming sponsorship program. While hiring outside help may not be the most common route for the society and other organizations, it is still often considered a significant step toward achieving mission goals."
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Friday, March 16, 2007
Oprah Opens Second South African School - washingtonpost.com
Oprah Opens Second South African School - washingtonpost.com: "Oprah Opens Second South African School
By CELEAN JACOBSON
The Associated Press
Friday, March 16, 2007; 11:32 AM
SHAYAMOYA, South Africa -- Oprah Winfrey opened her second school for poor South African youth Friday, an innovative, environmentally friendly institution she hopes will be a model for public education.
The Seven Fountains Primary School was funded by Oprah's Angel Network, a public charity that supports organizations and projects focused on education and literacy."
By CELEAN JACOBSON
The Associated Press
Friday, March 16, 2007; 11:32 AM
SHAYAMOYA, South Africa -- Oprah Winfrey opened her second school for poor South African youth Friday, an innovative, environmentally friendly institution she hopes will be a model for public education.
The Seven Fountains Primary School was funded by Oprah's Angel Network, a public charity that supports organizations and projects focused on education and literacy."
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Women and Philanthropy
Women and Philanthropy: "Women and Philanthropy = Women in Leadership
Group Was Started Two Years Ago to Tap Achievers to Support Women, CSUF
March 12, 2007
By Russ Hudson
Patricia Boggs, senior director of development in University Advancement, helped start the Women and Philanthropy group two years ago because she thought the time was right: Nearly 60 percent of students on campus, as in universities across the United States, are women, and more and more women are starting businesses, heading organizations and leading corporations, as well as becoming prominent in the arts, not only as artists, but as managers, agents and promoters."
Group Was Started Two Years Ago to Tap Achievers to Support Women, CSUF
March 12, 2007
By Russ Hudson
Patricia Boggs, senior director of development in University Advancement, helped start the Women and Philanthropy group two years ago because she thought the time was right: Nearly 60 percent of students on campus, as in universities across the United States, are women, and more and more women are starting businesses, heading organizations and leading corporations, as well as becoming prominent in the arts, not only as artists, but as managers, agents and promoters."
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Thrivent Financial for Lutherans - Corporate News-Many Americans want to volunteer but don´t
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans - Corporate News: "MINNEAPOLIS (March 8, 2007) – The good news? Nearly two in three American adults performed some type of volunteer service in 2006. The bad news? Many more wanted to volunteer but didn’t.
A new survey of 1,000 American adults by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans revealed 64 percent of American adults said they had performed some type of volunteer activity in 2006, but 86 percent said they would be willing to volunteer – a gap of 22 percent. The survey found even larger gaps between volunteer intent and action among common volunteer activities:"
A new survey of 1,000 American adults by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans revealed 64 percent of American adults said they had performed some type of volunteer activity in 2006, but 86 percent said they would be willing to volunteer – a gap of 22 percent. The survey found even larger gaps between volunteer intent and action among common volunteer activities:"
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Does Shopping for a Good Cause Really Help? - Newsweek Business - MSNBC.com
Does Shopping for a Good Cause Really Help? - Newsweek Business - MSNBC.com: "WEB EXCLUSIVE
By Jessica Bennett
Newsweek
Updated: 3:29 p.m. ET March 14, 2007
March 14, 2007 - When Ben Davis created buylesscrap.org, a quirky parody of Bono’s (Red) campaign, he thought he’d get a few laughs out of his San Francisco designer friends. But since it launched two weeks ago, the site has received thousands of hits, hundreds of blog mentions—and has raised some very real questions about the spending practices and intentions of “cause marketing”"
By Jessica Bennett
Newsweek
Updated: 3:29 p.m. ET March 14, 2007
March 14, 2007 - When Ben Davis created buylesscrap.org, a quirky parody of Bono’s (Red) campaign, he thought he’d get a few laughs out of his San Francisco designer friends. But since it launched two weeks ago, the site has received thousands of hits, hundreds of blog mentions—and has raised some very real questions about the spending practices and intentions of “cause marketing”"
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San Jose Mercury News - Kiva spreading Silicon Valley's wealth globally
San Jose Mercury News - Kiva spreading Silicon Valley's wealth globally: "Kiva spreading Silicon Valley's wealth globally
KIVA CONNECTS LENDERS WITH ENTREPRENEURS
By Constance Loizos
Mercury News
Article Launched: 03/16/2007 01:41:18 AM PDT
If you haven't yet heard of Kiva.org, a San Francisco non-profit that at just 18 months old is already the leading online microcredit site, you're about to. Its friends in Silicon Valley will make sure of that.
Here's how Kiva, 'unity' in Swahili, works: Lenders visit Kiva's Web site to find entrepreneurs from developing countries looking for a small loan. Kiva posts the entrepreneurs' funding needs and pictures online with the help of 38 local microfinance institutions around the world."
KIVA CONNECTS LENDERS WITH ENTREPRENEURS
By Constance Loizos
Mercury News
Article Launched: 03/16/2007 01:41:18 AM PDT
If you haven't yet heard of Kiva.org, a San Francisco non-profit that at just 18 months old is already the leading online microcredit site, you're about to. Its friends in Silicon Valley will make sure of that.
Here's how Kiva, 'unity' in Swahili, works: Lenders visit Kiva's Web site to find entrepreneurs from developing countries looking for a small loan. Kiva posts the entrepreneurs' funding needs and pictures online with the help of 38 local microfinance institutions around the world."
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Give and Take: Philanthropy's Newest Buzzword
Give and Take is a New Blog from The Chronicle of Philanthropy
We also read Lucy's Blog regularly.
Give and Take: Philanthropy's Newest Buzzword: "Philanthropy's Newest Buzzword
Microfranchising is the latest buzzword to take over the world of philanthropy, writes Lucy Bernholz in her blog Philanthropy 21"
We also read Lucy's Blog regularly.
Give and Take: Philanthropy's Newest Buzzword: "Philanthropy's Newest Buzzword
Microfranchising is the latest buzzword to take over the world of philanthropy, writes Lucy Bernholz in her blog Philanthropy 21"
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JS Online: Veterans charity rated inefficient
JS Online: Veterans charity rated inefficient: "Veterans charity rated inefficient
86 cents of every $1 raised went to telemarketer
By ERICA PEREZ
eperez@journalsentinel.com
Posted: March 15, 2007
For every dollar Wisconsin residents gave to telemarketers on behalf of Wisconsin Paralyzed Veterans of America in 2005, the charity got just 14 cents, earning the non-profit the lowest possible ranking from a charity watchdog group."
86 cents of every $1 raised went to telemarketer
By ERICA PEREZ
eperez@journalsentinel.com
Posted: March 15, 2007
For every dollar Wisconsin residents gave to telemarketers on behalf of Wisconsin Paralyzed Veterans of America in 2005, the charity got just 14 cents, earning the non-profit the lowest possible ranking from a charity watchdog group."
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GuideStar - News - Articles - Fundraising's Four Magic Questions: Answer These and the Gift Is Yours
GuideStar - News - Articles - Fundraising's Four Magic Questions: Answer These and the Gift Is Yours: "Fundraising's Four Magic Questions: Answer These and the Gift Is Yours
If I must say so myself, I thought I'd made quite a good presentation. Perhaps short of dazzling—but not bad at all.
I had listened carefully, probed when necessary, searched for areas of interest, and maintained intent eye contact. We had come to that charged moment—frightening and awesome, when the air crackles with hope and expectation. The time had come ... I was about to ask Dick for his gift.
I had rehearsed well. To paraphrase Winston Churchill, and put his admonition into fundraising terms: There is nothing as effective and successful as a very well rehearsed, carefully scripted, spontaneous ask!"
If I must say so myself, I thought I'd made quite a good presentation. Perhaps short of dazzling—but not bad at all.
I had listened carefully, probed when necessary, searched for areas of interest, and maintained intent eye contact. We had come to that charged moment—frightening and awesome, when the air crackles with hope and expectation. The time had come ... I was about to ask Dick for his gift.
I had rehearsed well. To paraphrase Winston Churchill, and put his admonition into fundraising terms: There is nothing as effective and successful as a very well rehearsed, carefully scripted, spontaneous ask!"
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When considering an annuity don't forget tax implications for heirs - The Boston Globe
When considering an annuity don't forget tax implications for heirs - The Boston Globe: "When considering an annuity don't forget tax implications for heirs
By Arden Dale | March 16, 2007
Most investors don't realize the potential tax implications of inheriting an annuity until faced with an unexpected bill.
A boom in annuities -- more than $1.7 trillion is now backing these investments in the United States -- has occurred as more people plan for retirement.
A substantial tax hit can be an unexpected effect as more children and even grandchildren receive an annuity windfall. Other problems may include getting stuck with an annuity geared to the needs of a retiree, or one that is highly illiquid."
By Arden Dale | March 16, 2007
Most investors don't realize the potential tax implications of inheriting an annuity until faced with an unexpected bill.
A boom in annuities -- more than $1.7 trillion is now backing these investments in the United States -- has occurred as more people plan for retirement.
A substantial tax hit can be an unexpected effect as more children and even grandchildren receive an annuity windfall. Other problems may include getting stuck with an annuity geared to the needs of a retiree, or one that is highly illiquid."
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Bend Weekly News for Bend Oregon-State employees' gifts to charities top $1 million
Bend Weekly News for Bend Oregon: "State workers give more than $1 million to nonprofit charities in Oregon, exceeding last year’s campaign by more than $41,000
Salem –The final tabulation shows state employees' charitable giving topped $1 million in the 2006 State of Oregon Employees' Charitable Fund Drive, the Oregon Department of Administrative Services announced Monday."
Salem –The final tabulation shows state employees' charitable giving topped $1 million in the 2006 State of Oregon Employees' Charitable Fund Drive, the Oregon Department of Administrative Services announced Monday."
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News-Leader.com | Updates - News
Another group called FLIP
News-Leader.com | Updates - News: "United Way's FLIP pledges to support 'Food for Thought' in Springfield schools
Linda Leicht
© 2007, Springfield News-Leader
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Female Leaders In Philanthropy, an organization of the United Way of the Ozarks, has pledged to support a program that will feed needy children in all the Springfield public schools."
News-Leader.com | Updates - News: "United Way's FLIP pledges to support 'Food for Thought' in Springfield schools
Linda Leicht
© 2007, Springfield News-Leader
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Female Leaders In Philanthropy, an organization of the United Way of the Ozarks, has pledged to support a program that will feed needy children in all the Springfield public schools."
Thursday, March 15, 2007
The Integrator
NEW BLOG FROM DMA
Sample Posting
The Integrator: "Does your newsletter (and/or website) contain any of the following?
* News about back-office staff
* A photo of a well-heeled donor presenting a giant check to your organization
* Photos of people standing around (possibly holding wine glasses) at your fundraising event
* Articles with the sole purpose of educating donors"
Sample Posting
The Integrator: "Does your newsletter (and/or website) contain any of the following?
* News about back-office staff
* A photo of a well-heeled donor presenting a giant check to your organization
* Photos of people standing around (possibly holding wine glasses) at your fundraising event
* Articles with the sole purpose of educating donors"
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Business Review: Nonprofits losing major supporters
Business Review: Nonprofits losing major supporters: "Nonprofits losing major supporters
Thursday, March 15, 2007
BY JAMES BRIGGS
jbriggs@mbizreview.com
Organizations focused on the region's cultural health are among the most worried about Comerica Inc.'s plans to move its headquarters from Detroit to Dallas.
As major corporate headquarters such as that of Comerica - a major supporter of local arts - leave Michigan or cut back on donations, local cash-strapped nonprofits fear they will lose crucial funding."
Thursday, March 15, 2007
BY JAMES BRIGGS
jbriggs@mbizreview.com
Organizations focused on the region's cultural health are among the most worried about Comerica Inc.'s plans to move its headquarters from Detroit to Dallas.
As major corporate headquarters such as that of Comerica - a major supporter of local arts - leave Michigan or cut back on donations, local cash-strapped nonprofits fear they will lose crucial funding."
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U.S. Donors Contribute $117 Million To 2006 Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas Campaign
PRESS RELEASE
U.S. Donors Contribute $117 Million To 2006 Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas Campaign: "U.S. Donors Contribute $117 Million To 2006 Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas Campaign
Record Level of Giving to Help Those in Need in Local Communities
Nationwide
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Americans
contributed $117 million to this year's Red Kettle Christmas Campaign,
which will benefit those in need in more than 5,000 local communities
across the country. This year's total marks a 5.4% increase over last
year's record campaign total of $111 million. The Army attributed the
115-year-old campaign's continued success to the support of retailers who
invited the Red Kettle bell ringers to their front doors, volunteers who
generously gave their time and the overall generosity of the American
people."
U.S. Donors Contribute $117 Million To 2006 Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas Campaign: "U.S. Donors Contribute $117 Million To 2006 Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas Campaign
Record Level of Giving to Help Those in Need in Local Communities
Nationwide
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Americans
contributed $117 million to this year's Red Kettle Christmas Campaign,
which will benefit those in need in more than 5,000 local communities
across the country. This year's total marks a 5.4% increase over last
year's record campaign total of $111 million. The Army attributed the
115-year-old campaign's continued success to the support of retailers who
invited the Red Kettle bell ringers to their front doors, volunteers who
generously gave their time and the overall generosity of the American
people."
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Elsie Viles honored as ‘first lady of Augusta and Maine’ - Maine Coast NOW - A Courier Publications Information Source
Elsie Viles honored as ‘first lady of Augusta and Maine’ - Maine Coast NOW - A Courier Publications Information Source: "Gov. John Baldacci proclaimed noted Augusta philanthropist Elsie Pike Viles “the first lady of Augusta and the state of Maine” Monday during a ceremony in which Viles also earned the 2007 Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award from the New England Association for Healthcare Philanthropy."
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