Mega-Gifts Grow Missions - Health - RedOrbit: "IT'S NOT EVERY DAY THAT A health system is handed a check for $400 million, or even one for $75 million. But gifts of that magnitude shouldn't change a hospital's focus. 'A mega-gift should not alter an institution's strategic plan. It should enhance it or complement it,' says Arthur M. Brink, Jr., former chairman of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy and vice president, chief philanthropy officer of Martin Memorial Foundation in Stuart, FIa.
'It's much more of a value-added proposition,' agrees Brian Mortenson, president of Sanford Health Foundation in Sioux Falls, S.D. That's how Mortenson views a $400 million gift received last February from local businessman T. Denny Sanford to Sioux Valley Hospitals & Health System. To acknowledge the gift, the board of trustees voted unanimously to rename the system Sanford Health.
The donation-and $75 million given by the Schmidt Family Foundation to Boca Raton (Fia.) Community Hospital-are among the largest gifts ever to benefit a hospital or health system"
Friday, July 20, 2007
Nova Scotia News - TheChronicleHerald.ca
Nova Scotia News - TheChronicleHerald.ca: "local charity calendar is one hot commodity — fanning the flames of desire as far away as Hong Kong.
Halifax Firefighters 2008 features some of metro’s finest everyday heroes in ways that sizzle."
Halifax Firefighters 2008 features some of metro’s finest everyday heroes in ways that sizzle."
Philanthropy World on MN1 [feeds.mn1.com]
Philanthropy World on MN1 [feeds.mn1.com]: "Philanthropy World on MN1
Bob Hoskins takes you on a tour of Philanthropy World every Wednesday on MN1."
Bob Hoskins takes you on a tour of Philanthropy World every Wednesday on MN1."
EDS Online Auctions Raise More Than $100,000 for Charity
EDS Online Auctions Raise More Than $100,000 for Charity: "The online auctions of the EDS Byron Nelson Championship custom chopper, built by the world-renowned Orange County Choppers (OCC), and a one-of-a-kind OCC-themed pinball machine raised more than $85,000 for Salesmanship Club Youth and Family Centers (SCYFC), the children's charity associated with the Championship.
Combined eBay and private auctions of additional pinball machines brought the total donation to $117,000 for SCYFC."
Combined eBay and private auctions of additional pinball machines brought the total donation to $117,000 for SCYFC."
Daily Herald | Business-Giving back to his roots
Daily Herald | Business: "Giving back to his roots
Philanthropist helping Alexian Brothers raise money for hospital
By Michael Sean Comerford
Daily Herald Business Writer mcomerford@dailyherald.com
Posted Friday, July 20, 2007
Every successful Hollywood story has a back story, and Bob Lorsch’s back story carries themes of entrepreneurship, networks of people and extraordinary philanthropy.
The son of an immigrant German-Jewish father who escaped the Holocaust, Lorsch posted poor grades at Maine East High School in Park Ridge before going to California — eventually Hollywood — to make his fortune."
Philanthropist helping Alexian Brothers raise money for hospital
By Michael Sean Comerford
Daily Herald Business Writer mcomerford@dailyherald.com
Posted Friday, July 20, 2007
Every successful Hollywood story has a back story, and Bob Lorsch’s back story carries themes of entrepreneurship, networks of people and extraordinary philanthropy.
The son of an immigrant German-Jewish father who escaped the Holocaust, Lorsch posted poor grades at Maine East High School in Park Ridge before going to California — eventually Hollywood — to make his fortune."
ContraCostaTimes.com - Barbero's philanthropy is not slowing down
ContraCostaTimes.com - Barbero's philanthropy is not slowing down: "Barbero's philanthropy is not slowing down
Contra Costa Times
Article Launched: 07/20/2007 03:11:57 AM PDT
EVERY EVENING at 9 o'clock, as the workers at Acme Bakery in Berkeley are getting ready to close down for the night, an 89-year-old man shows up at the front door.
His name is George Barbero, and he's there to pick up all the unsold breads they're about to throw away.
He puts them in shopping bags, and stuffs as many bags as he can into his 1995 Toyota Corolla. Then he begins his rounds for the night, delivering the breads to more than a dozen local churches and other organizations that feed the homeless."
Contra Costa Times
Article Launched: 07/20/2007 03:11:57 AM PDT
EVERY EVENING at 9 o'clock, as the workers at Acme Bakery in Berkeley are getting ready to close down for the night, an 89-year-old man shows up at the front door.
His name is George Barbero, and he's there to pick up all the unsold breads they're about to throw away.
He puts them in shopping bags, and stuffs as many bags as he can into his 1995 Toyota Corolla. Then he begins his rounds for the night, delivering the breads to more than a dozen local churches and other organizations that feed the homeless."
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Capacity and growth also issues for nonprofits | Serving Henderson, Transylvania and Polk Counties | North Carolina | BlueRidgeNow.com
Capacity and growth also issues for nonprofits | Serving Henderson, Transylvania and Polk Counties | North Carolina | BlueRidgeNow.com: "Capacity is one of the big buzz words in Henderson County. Do we have water capacity to handle our growth? Do we have sewer capacity to all flush at once? Do we have road capacity to handle all those folks moving in, but not staying home? So, I wasn't surprised when I eavesdropped on a discussion about charitable giving capacity."
Small gifts a godsend for people in crisis - The Boston Globe
Small gifts a godsend for people in crisis - The Boston Globe: "F or one woman, a $172 check meant the chance to start a new life. For an area father, a taxi voucher helped stave off a potential return trip to jail. And for an area homeless shelter, a $1,000 grant allowed the purchase of an industrial-sized refrigerator.
Nonprofits depend on grants to fulfill their missions, so conventional wisdom would suggest that the more zeroes in the grant, the better"
Nonprofits depend on grants to fulfill their missions, so conventional wisdom would suggest that the more zeroes in the grant, the better"
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Corporate volunteering on the rise - Business - Business - theage.com.au
Corporate volunteering on the rise - Business - Business - theage.com.au: "Corporate volunteering on the rise
Leon Gettler
July 19, 2007
AUSTRALIAN companies seem interested in corporate responsibility but are having trouble following through.
A four-month research project into the country's top 1000 companies by the Mahlab Group's Pro Bono Australia found a definite upward trend in corporate responsibility programs. The biggest movement was in corporate volunteering programs."
Leon Gettler
July 19, 2007
AUSTRALIAN companies seem interested in corporate responsibility but are having trouble following through.
A four-month research project into the country's top 1000 companies by the Mahlab Group's Pro Bono Australia found a definite upward trend in corporate responsibility programs. The biggest movement was in corporate volunteering programs."
Nonprofits outside educational realm won’t get LANL Foundation grants
Nonprofits outside educational realm won’t get LANL Foundation grants: "Nonprofits outside educational realm won’t get LANL Foundation grants
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By ANDY LENDERMAN | The New Mexican
July 17, 2007
The private company that manages Los Alamos National Laboratory has committed to spending $3.7 million a year to boost education programs in Northern New Mexico.
But nonprofits that do not offer educational services will not be allowed to apply for grant money, a move that cuts those groups out of roughly $500,000 provided under a prior agreement.
“As a foundation, we’ve always been dedicated to education,” said Susan Herrera, director of the LANL Foundation. “It’s always been our core value and mission. And this just really puts us in step with that.”"
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By ANDY LENDERMAN | The New Mexican
July 17, 2007
The private company that manages Los Alamos National Laboratory has committed to spending $3.7 million a year to boost education programs in Northern New Mexico.
But nonprofits that do not offer educational services will not be allowed to apply for grant money, a move that cuts those groups out of roughly $500,000 provided under a prior agreement.
“As a foundation, we’ve always been dedicated to education,” said Susan Herrera, director of the LANL Foundation. “It’s always been our core value and mission. And this just really puts us in step with that.”"
Idaho Mountain Express: It’s cool to be a philanthropist - July 18, 2007
Idaho Mountain Express: It’s cool to be a philanthropist - July 18, 2007: " A new era in philanthropy is taking hold in the U.S., and it's changing the way Americans give money.
At The Sun Valley Center for the Arts in Ketchum on Monday, July 9, a panel discussion, 'Giving in the 21st Century: A Panel Discussion on Philanthropy,' explained how the idea of being philanthropic is no longer a distinction reserved for the very wealthy."
At The Sun Valley Center for the Arts in Ketchum on Monday, July 9, a panel discussion, 'Giving in the 21st Century: A Panel Discussion on Philanthropy,' explained how the idea of being philanthropic is no longer a distinction reserved for the very wealthy."
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Man Runs Around America to Break Record, Raise Money
Man Runs Around America to Break Record, Raise Money: "marathon? How about running two marathons every day for six months? That's exactly what Reza Baluchi is doing.
Baluchi passed through Savannah Monday on his 10,600 mile journey across the US. He is running almost 55 miles a day in an effort to set a world record for the fastest cross country run.
But its not all about the record. Baluchi is raising money for The Children's Hospital at the same time. '"
Baluchi passed through Savannah Monday on his 10,600 mile journey across the US. He is running almost 55 miles a day in an effort to set a world record for the fastest cross country run.
But its not all about the record. Baluchi is raising money for The Children's Hospital at the same time. '"
Financial News and Information from Financial News Online US
Financial News and Information from Financial News Online US: "Donors are giving record amounts but like to see their money used wisely
The sums being pledged to charity by wealthy individuals continue to break records, one year after Warren Buffett promised to give $43.5m (€31.8m) to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
But donors are increasingly keen to ensure their cash is spent wisely. New Philanthropy Capital, a charity consultant, said it should be viewed as investment from which society can get a decent return. Money should never be poured into a bottomless pit."
The sums being pledged to charity by wealthy individuals continue to break records, one year after Warren Buffett promised to give $43.5m (€31.8m) to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
But donors are increasingly keen to ensure their cash is spent wisely. New Philanthropy Capital, a charity consultant, said it should be viewed as investment from which society can get a decent return. Money should never be poured into a bottomless pit."
Lansing State Journal: 'Millionaire' parties can aid nonprofits
Lansing State Journal: 'Millionaire' parties can aid nonprofits: "A 'millionaire party' is an event where casino games, such as blackjack, roulette and poker, are used to raise money. In addition, a millionaire party license allows for cash or merchandise prizes, the sale of charity game tickets and raffles in conjunction with the event.
A nonprofit organization is limited to four millionaire party licenses per calendar year and the maximum amount of money the organization may receive in exchange for imitation money or chips is $15,000 per day. Hosting events such as Texas Hold'em poker tournaments can raise a significant amount of money due to the entertainment appeal."
A nonprofit organization is limited to four millionaire party licenses per calendar year and the maximum amount of money the organization may receive in exchange for imitation money or chips is $15,000 per day. Hosting events such as Texas Hold'em poker tournaments can raise a significant amount of money due to the entertainment appeal."
Baby Boomers Taking a Second Look at Volunteering
Baby Boomers Taking a Second Look at Volunteering: "PHILADELPHIA, PA -- 07/16/07 -- Today, the National Conference on Volunteering and Service saw the release of a new research study by VolunteerMatch that takes a closer look at boomers and civic engagement to find that nearly two-thirds of older, non-volunteering boomers are interested in getting involved, yet many aren't sure where to find the right opportunity"
FARMINGTON: Thousands of rubber ducks to aid charity
An example of Rubber Duck Races.
FARMINGTON: Thousands of rubber ducks to aid charity: "Thousands of rubber ducks to aid charity
July 17, 2007
BY KORIE WILKINS
FREE PRESS STAFF WRITER
About 5,000 bright yellow rubber ducks will bob and float toward a finish line on the Rouge River in Farmington on Sunday.
The third annual Rubber Duck Race in Shiawassee Park, held during the Farmington Area Founders Festival, is the brainchild of Todd Lipa, program director for the city's Youth and Family Services division."
FARMINGTON: Thousands of rubber ducks to aid charity: "Thousands of rubber ducks to aid charity
July 17, 2007
BY KORIE WILKINS
FREE PRESS STAFF WRITER
About 5,000 bright yellow rubber ducks will bob and float toward a finish line on the Rouge River in Farmington on Sunday.
The third annual Rubber Duck Race in Shiawassee Park, held during the Farmington Area Founders Festival, is the brainchild of Todd Lipa, program director for the city's Youth and Family Services division."
Monday, July 16, 2007
The NonProfit Times - Final touches being put on holiday fundraising
The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management: "July 15, 2007
Just 178 Days Until Christmas
Final touches being put on holiday fundraising
By Tom Pope
Everyone has a friend who started shopping for the 2007 holidays the day after Christmas 2006. The regular population looks upon them with scorn. But, six months out is a whole different matter. Nonprofit direct response is getting ready for that holiday push - creative, lists, database, premiums.
Part of the planning now focuses on multiple mailings and tying the package to the nonprofit's mission. For example, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in Irving, Texas, sends a number of appeals that culminates in January"
Just 178 Days Until Christmas
Final touches being put on holiday fundraising
By Tom Pope
Everyone has a friend who started shopping for the 2007 holidays the day after Christmas 2006. The regular population looks upon them with scorn. But, six months out is a whole different matter. Nonprofit direct response is getting ready for that holiday push - creative, lists, database, premiums.
Part of the planning now focuses on multiple mailings and tying the package to the nonprofit's mission. For example, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in Irving, Texas, sends a number of appeals that culminates in January"
Appleton Post-Crescent: Your Fox Cities News Source - Editorial: What now for the arts?
Appleton Post-Crescent: Your Fox Cities News Source - Editorial: What now for the arts?: "Editorial: What now for the arts?
With loss of Thrivent funding, organizations
It's hard to criticize Thrivent Financial for Lutherans for deciding to devote its foundation community grant money to organizations that help those who need it most meet basic needs.
Thrivent has said that, starting in 2008, it would only give foundation grant money to nonprofits that are dedicated to homelessness, poverty, early childhood education or otherwise 'fall under the umbrella of economic self-sufficiency.'
Those organizations need the money — and will put it to good use to make lives better."
With loss of Thrivent funding, organizations
It's hard to criticize Thrivent Financial for Lutherans for deciding to devote its foundation community grant money to organizations that help those who need it most meet basic needs.
Thrivent has said that, starting in 2008, it would only give foundation grant money to nonprofits that are dedicated to homelessness, poverty, early childhood education or otherwise 'fall under the umbrella of economic self-sufficiency.'
Those organizations need the money — and will put it to good use to make lives better."
Katrina ice going down drain - USATODAY.com
Katrina ice going down drain - USATODAY.com: "GLOUCESTER, Mass. (AP) — After nearly two years, thousands of truck miles and $12.5 million in storage costs, a cold relic of the flawed Hurricane Katrina relief effort is going down the drain.
The federal government is getting rid of thousands of pounds of ice it had sent south to help Katrina victims, then north when it determined much of the ice wasn't needed. The Federal Emergency Management Agency had been hanging on to the ice in case it was needed for another disaster, but decided to get rid of it because it couldn't determine whether it was still safe for human consumption."
The federal government is getting rid of thousands of pounds of ice it had sent south to help Katrina victims, then north when it determined much of the ice wasn't needed. The Federal Emergency Management Agency had been hanging on to the ice in case it was needed for another disaster, but decided to get rid of it because it couldn't determine whether it was still safe for human consumption."
Friday, July 13, 2007
Charity rally stops off for outback camel races - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
Charity rally stops off for outback camel races - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation): "Charity rally stops off for outback camel races
Posted Fri Jul 13, 2007 8:30am AEST
* Map: Bedourie 4829
Almost 300 participants in a charity car rally will arrive in the outback Queensland town of Bedourie today and attend the town's annual camel races tomorrow.
The Great Endeavour rally has travelled from Toowoomba on a 10-day journey to raise money for people with intellectual disabilities.
Diamantina Shire Mayor Robbie Dare says they will be shown the best of outback hospitality.
'They're great for the outback and it's not only out here when they get here it's all the way along ... they raise money for a good cause and a lot of the little towns it's a big boost for them and a lot of the schools ... the children get involved and they get a lot of benefit out of it,' he said."
Posted Fri Jul 13, 2007 8:30am AEST
* Map: Bedourie 4829
Almost 300 participants in a charity car rally will arrive in the outback Queensland town of Bedourie today and attend the town's annual camel races tomorrow.
The Great Endeavour rally has travelled from Toowoomba on a 10-day journey to raise money for people with intellectual disabilities.
Diamantina Shire Mayor Robbie Dare says they will be shown the best of outback hospitality.
'They're great for the outback and it's not only out here when they get here it's all the way along ... they raise money for a good cause and a lot of the little towns it's a big boost for them and a lot of the schools ... the children get involved and they get a lot of benefit out of it,' he said."
London Free Press - Dan Brown - Web Exclusive - Please, no more charity concerts
London Free Press - Dan Brown - Web Exclusive - Please, no more charity concerts: "It’s time for the world’s musicians to join together to make a change.
I’m calling on the likes of Madonna, John Mayer, the Police, Fall Out Boy and the Pussycat Dolls to take a solemn pledge"
I’m calling on the likes of Madonna, John Mayer, the Police, Fall Out Boy and the Pussycat Dolls to take a solemn pledge"
Thursday, July 12, 2007
The Cavalier Daily
The Cavalier Daily: "FINANCING the FUTURE
A lack of state funding brings a new focus to both the Capital Campaign and other fundraising efforts, forcing University officials to reconsider their roles and duties in higher education
David Moltz, Cavalier Daily Senior Writer
When the University kicked off its first Capital Campaign in 1993, there was a serious conversation among senior administrators about the future. With only about 15 percent of the University's operating budget coming from state appropriations and the shadow of an already troubled economy looming, the University had to change its method of operation and look increasingly to private gifts to make up for this lack of funding."
A lack of state funding brings a new focus to both the Capital Campaign and other fundraising efforts, forcing University officials to reconsider their roles and duties in higher education
David Moltz, Cavalier Daily Senior Writer
When the University kicked off its first Capital Campaign in 1993, there was a serious conversation among senior administrators about the future. With only about 15 percent of the University's operating budget coming from state appropriations and the shadow of an already troubled economy looming, the University had to change its method of operation and look increasingly to private gifts to make up for this lack of funding."
Fundraising success all in school of asking
Thanks for the heads up from Marc Pittman.
Coincidentally I'm in Maine myself at the moment.
Fundraising success all in school of asking: "WATERVILLE -- Sometimes to raise funds, you need to return the money you receive.
Fundraising expert Marc Pitman did that several years ago when he sent back a $40,000 check to a donor.
The donor, Pitman said, had contributed $40,000 annually to his former boarding school in recognition of a teacher who had changed his life."
Coincidentally I'm in Maine myself at the moment.
Fundraising success all in school of asking: "WATERVILLE -- Sometimes to raise funds, you need to return the money you receive.
Fundraising expert Marc Pitman did that several years ago when he sent back a $40,000 check to a donor.
The donor, Pitman said, had contributed $40,000 annually to his former boarding school in recognition of a teacher who had changed his life."
Slate 60 Conference announces lineup
Slate 60 Conference announces lineup: "Corrected Version
LITTLE ROCK (AP) - Former President Bill Clinton, actor Michael J- Fox and other luminaries will headline this year's Slate 60 Conference on Innovative Philanthropy in Little Rock."
LITTLE ROCK (AP) - Former President Bill Clinton, actor Michael J- Fox and other luminaries will headline this year's Slate 60 Conference on Innovative Philanthropy in Little Rock."
'Live Earth' Doesn't Play Well With Viewers - washingtonpost.com
We provide a sample of coverage of Live Earth here
'Live Earth' Doesn't Play Well With Viewers - washingtonpost.com: "'Live Earth' Doesn't Play Well With Viewers
By John Maynard
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, July 11, 2007; Page C07
'Live Earth' was dead weight for NBC this weekend.
The three-hour prime-time telecast of the event, designed to raise awareness of climate-change issues, drew just 2.8 million viewers to the network. It was the least watched show among the major broadcast networks Saturday night, trailing repeats of Fox's 'Cops,' which averaged 4.2 million, and 'America's Most Wanted' (4.7 million), and ABC's broadcast of the 2001 movie 'Monsters, Inc.' (3.4 million)."
'Live Earth' Doesn't Play Well With Viewers - washingtonpost.com: "'Live Earth' Doesn't Play Well With Viewers
By John Maynard
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, July 11, 2007; Page C07
'Live Earth' was dead weight for NBC this weekend.
The three-hour prime-time telecast of the event, designed to raise awareness of climate-change issues, drew just 2.8 million viewers to the network. It was the least watched show among the major broadcast networks Saturday night, trailing repeats of Fox's 'Cops,' which averaged 4.2 million, and 'America's Most Wanted' (4.7 million), and ABC's broadcast of the 2001 movie 'Monsters, Inc.' (3.4 million)."
www.kansascity.com | 07/10/2007 | PRO-CON: Were Live Earth concerts a good idea? NO
www.kansascity.com | 07/10/2007 | PRO-CON: Were Live Earth concerts a good idea? NO: "PRO-CON: Were Live Earth concerts a good idea? NO
Someone was missing from the lineup at Saturday’s Live Earth concerts, created by Al Gore to raise alarm about global warming.
If only 1980s flash-in-the-pan Buster Poindexter had been there to perform his 1987 hit “Hot! Hot! Hot!” more people would have better understood the dire situation in which humanity finds itself."
Someone was missing from the lineup at Saturday’s Live Earth concerts, created by Al Gore to raise alarm about global warming.
If only 1980s flash-in-the-pan Buster Poindexter had been there to perform his 1987 hit “Hot! Hot! Hot!” more people would have better understood the dire situation in which humanity finds itself."
`Live Earth' Concerts No Big TV Draw - Forbes.com
`Live Earth' Concerts No Big TV Draw - Forbes.com: "Given a choice between the Police, John Mayer and Madonna on television or a summer's night out, millions of Americans chose the latter.
The Live Earth concert, Al Gore's sprawling worldwide effort to raise environmental awareness, wasn't a big television draw. NBC's Saturday-night highlights show was seen by 2.75 million people, according to Nielsen Media Research, or fewer people than watched the soccer match between Argentina and Peru that night on Univision."
The Live Earth concert, Al Gore's sprawling worldwide effort to raise environmental awareness, wasn't a big television draw. NBC's Saturday-night highlights show was seen by 2.75 million people, according to Nielsen Media Research, or fewer people than watched the soccer match between Argentina and Peru that night on Univision."
NPT Instant Fundraising
NPT Instant Fundraising: "Donors Continue To Drop, Despite Growth In Dollars Raised
The first quarter of this year is the first in almost two years in which year-over-year index revenue growth was almost entirely unaffected by major disaster giving. Indications are that giving has now stabilized at relatively typical pre-disaster levels of growth and that cumulative long-term growth since 2004 is stabilizing at a level where it likely would have been expected had there been no disasters in the intervening period."
The first quarter of this year is the first in almost two years in which year-over-year index revenue growth was almost entirely unaffected by major disaster giving. Indications are that giving has now stabilized at relatively typical pre-disaster levels of growth and that cumulative long-term growth since 2004 is stabilizing at a level where it likely would have been expected had there been no disasters in the intervening period."
When charity survives a takeover - Newsday.com
When charity survives a takeover - Newsday.com: "When one company acquires another, one of the big questions besides job security is whether the acquirer will continue the community work of the acquired.
For the Family and Children's Association, the answer is 'yes.'
Two years ago the Mineola group received a $12,000 grant from Symbol Technologies in Holtsville to buy vocational educational software. Last month, the association received a $15,000 grant from Motorola, which bought Symbol."
For the Family and Children's Association, the answer is 'yes.'
Two years ago the Mineola group received a $12,000 grant from Symbol Technologies in Holtsville to buy vocational educational software. Last month, the association received a $15,000 grant from Motorola, which bought Symbol."
'Dallas' cast auctions clothes for children's charity - International Herald Tribune
'Dallas' cast auctions clothes for children's charity - International Herald Tribune: "PARIS: The Ewing family of 'Dallas' fame, graying but still together, showed up Tuesday for an auction of some 30 wardrobe items, like J.R.'s white Stetson, giving funds collected — a total of €12,500 (US$17,125) — to a children's charity."
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