Nonprofit theater audience down - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety

Nonprofit theater audience down - Entertainment News, Legit News, Media - Variety: "That's the good news/bad news from a report from the National Endowment for the Arts on the growth and finances of U.S. nonprofit theaters since 1990. Titled 'All America's a Stage,' the study chronicles a recent increase in professional nonprofit legit orgs, especially in geographic areas where theaters traditionally haven't thrived.

According to the report, in 2005 there were 1,982 nonprofit theaters with annual budgets of at least $75,000, double the 991 theaters in 1990. Sharpest growth occurred in states with small numbers of theaters such as Nevada, Arkansas and Colorado."

Memphians gave more to charity than national average in '07, study finds : Business News : Memphis Commercial Appeal

Memphians gave more to charity than national average in '07, study finds : Business News : Memphis Commercial Appeal: "That's borne out in the relatively high percentage of charitable contributions that stay in the community, said Virginia Stallworth, executive director of the Memphis Child Advocacy Center and president of the Memphis chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Of the estimated $1.58 billion in charitable giving area residents, foundations and companies did in 2007, about 80 percent went to nonprofits in the region. The 2002 figure was 79 percent."

Nonprofits line up for free school buildings - Muskegon News - The Muskegon Chronicle Online - Michigan Newspaper - MLive.com

Nonprofits line up for free school buildings - Muskegon News - The Muskegon Chronicle Online - Michigan Newspaper - MLive.com: "There's no shortage of organizations interested in taking Muskegon Public Schools up on its offer for a free school building."

Holiday-Giving Update: Social-Services Groups See a Surge, But Most Groups Face Big Slowdown in Donations - Philanthropy.com

From the Chronicle of Philanthropy

Holiday-Giving Update: Social-Services Groups See a Surge, But Most Groups Face Big Slowdown in Donations - Philanthropy.com: "Holiday-Giving Update: Social-Services Groups See a Surge, But Most Groups Face Big Slowdown in Donations

By Holly Hall and Paula Wasley

Fund raisers nationwide have been hoping donations would increase this month, but the outlook is grim for many charities now entering the final weeks of the year when giving normally increases sharply."

The Jonas Brothers Enjoy Giving Back

The Jonas Brothers Enjoy Giving Back: "The family based trio has always believed in the concept of philanthropy and have done their part to give back to their fans and strangers. The band is active with the Make-A-Wish program, among other charitable organizations."

Holiday charity can help bring a workplace together | delmarvanow.com | The Daily Times

Holiday charity can help bring a workplace together | delmarvanow.com | The Daily Times: "It's the season for giving and, unless you have had a particularly abysmal year, charitable giving can be a productive way to bring your team together. Even if your company has to cut back on its philanthropy, a commitment to community support can be good for everyone involved. It feels good to do good."

Charities Suffering This Holiday Season | WWAY NewsChannel 3 | Wilmington NC News

Charities Suffering This Holiday Season | WWAY NewsChannel 3 | Wilmington NC News: "Tis the season for charitable donations. But the salvation army and area churches say it's been the slowest season in more than a decade. Shiloh Baptist Pastor D.K. Ferguson says, 'We've seen some downturn in the gifts that are being given, and those who are giving.'

Major Butch Mallard of the Salvation Army says, 'Our monetary donations are down, and I think that has to do with the economy, but we have more people coming to us for assistance.' The struggling economy means more people have fallen on hard times, forcing them to pinch pennies."

Giving frugally: Charitable giving in lean times | NevadaAppeal.com

Giving frugally: Charitable giving in lean times | NevadaAppeal.com: "EW YORK — The holiday season is looking lean this year, and your wallet may be thinner than your generosity.
Even if you can’t afford to write a check, remember there are plenty of ways to help out a good cause. Donating property such as art or volunteering professional services are just a few options to consider. In fact, more people are realizing their job skills may be of great use to nonprofit groups.
“You’re seeing this culture where volunteerism is spreading,” said Mark Schickman, chair of the Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service for the American Bar Association."

AFP's 46th International Conference Will Focus on Fundraising in Challenging Times - MarketWatch

AFP's 46th International Conference Will Focus on Fundraising in Challenging Times - MarketWatch: "PRESS RELEASE
AFP's 46th International Conference Will Focus on Fundraising in Challenging Times

Last update: 12:16 p.m. EST Dec. 12, 2008
ARLINGTON, Va., Dec 12, 2008 /PRNewswire-USNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Largest Gathering of Fundraising Professionals in the World to Feature Michael Douglas, Doris Kearns Goodwin and Christopher Gardner
The Association of Fundraising Professionals' 46th International Conference on Fundraising, March 29 - April 2, 2008, in New Orleans will feature more than 4,000 fundraisers from around the world coming together to discuss ways to inspire donors and volunteers in economically challenging times."

Little raised over phone goes to charity | DesMoinesRegister.com | The Des Moines Register

Little raised over phone goes to charity | DesMoinesRegister.com | The Des Moines Register: "Michael Nilsen, a spokesman for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, a trade organization representing nearly 30,000 professional fundraisers, said a median return to charities of 24 percent is low, even in hard times.

'You would like to see that reversed,' Nilsen said, adding that hard-and-fast guidelines are difficult. 'Some companies are going to have some legitimate reasons for those low percentages, and some aren't.'"

Philanthropy Front and Center-San Francisco: Update on International Grantmaking Trends

Philanthropy Front and Center-San Francisco: Update on International Grantmaking Trends: "Update on International Grantmaking Trends

Estimated U.S. foundation giving for international purposes reached a record $5.4 billion in 2007, and 2008 giving is likely to top that record, according to International Grantmaking IV: An Update on U.S. Foundation Trends. This new report, prepared by the Foundation Center in cooperation with the Council on Foundations, suggests that the prospects for international giving in the near term are also less pessimistic than current market conditions might suggest. View the report highlights [PDF], or borrow the report from our lending library."

Economy squeezes Dallas-area nonprofits | News for Dallas, Texas | Dallas Morning News | Breaking News for Dallas-Fort Worth | Dallas Morning News

Economy squeezes Dallas-area nonprofits | News for Dallas, Texas | Dallas Morning News | Breaking News for Dallas-Fort Worth | Dallas Morning News: "Already, there are fewer classes on diabetes prevention, checks for emergency rent assistance and runners at the biggest cancer race in Dallas. In Mesquite, there are 286 applicants hungry to get their high school equivalency diploma, but there's no money.

These are the front-line challenges for nonprofit agencies working to provide services to the most vulnerable as the recession deepens and worry spreads."

Corporate giving has recession-proof season - Quincy, MA - The Patriot Ledger

Corporate giving has recession-proof season - Quincy, MA - The Patriot Ledger: "For last year’s holidays, City Lights Electrical Co. threw a big party at Gillette Stadium that cost $15,000. This year, the electrical contracting business spent the same, but the “party” was under an outdoor tent. Some 110 people, including employees, packed goods for the troops in Iraq and toys for their kids back home."

‘Non-profit making must mean just that’ - Times Online

‘Non-profit making must mean just that’ - Times Online: "Today, the nonprofit sector, as it is known in the US, is thriving. More than one million charities represent a huge proportion of the economy and almost one in ten people works for a charity. Many organisations – notably hospitals – that in this country would be state run are charities in the US.

But exactly what is meant by “nonprofit making” is the subject of concern for Mark Rosenman, a public service professor at the Union Institute & University, a distance-learning institution, and an expert on the US voluntary sector."

'Tis the season for charitable giving | Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

'Tis the season for charitable giving | Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: "Editorials
121008 EDITORIALS 1 Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
WITHOUT THE generosity of those willing to open their checkbooks - and their hearts - Christmas would be bleak for the less fortunate among us. And it would be an especially difficult time for children.
'Tis the season for charitable giving
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Story last updated at 12/10/2008 - 8:47 pm

WITHOUT THE generosity of those willing to open their checkbooks - and their hearts - Christmas would be bleak for the less fortunate among us. And it would be an especially difficult time for children.

We encourage you to donate whatever you realistically can afford to help support worthy charities and make the holidays brighter for those in need."

OhMyGov! poll results: Federal employees scaling back charitable giving - General News

OhMyGov! poll results: Federal employees scaling back charitable giving - General News: "harities rely on the generosity of over five million federal employees and military members during the annual charity drive, which runs from September 1 through December 15. These pledges support eligible non-profit organizations that provide health and human service benefits throughout the world. In past three years, a total of $812 million was pledged to charities, the breakdown of which is shown below.

2007 - $273 million

2006 - $271 million

2005 - $268.5 million"

'Tis the season for charitable giving | Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

'Tis the season for charitable giving | Lubbock Avalanche-Journal: "Editorials
121008 EDITORIALS 1 Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
WITHOUT THE generosity of those willing to open their checkbooks - and their hearts - Christmas would be bleak for the less fortunate among us. And it would be an especially difficult time for children.
'Tis the season for charitable giving
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal

Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Story last updated at 12/10/2008 - 8:47 pm

WITHOUT THE generosity of those willing to open their checkbooks - and their hearts - Christmas would be bleak for the less fortunate among us. And it would be an especially difficult time for children.

We encourage you to donate whatever you realistically can afford to help support worthy charities and make the holidays brighter for those in need."

Today in Investor's Business Daily stock analysis and business news

Today in Investor's Business Daily stock analysis and business news: "We do know some things, however. We know, for example, that high-income individuals, those who probably have lost the most in the stock-market meltdown and stand to lose even more if Washington increases taxes on 'the rich,' are the very people who typically give the most to charity.

The Generous Rich

A 2006 Bank of America survey found that high-net-worth individuals with incomes exceeding $200,000 per year or assets in excess of $1 million are responsible for nearly two-thirds of all charitable giving."

Princeton and Robertson Family Settle Titanic Donor-Intent Lawsuit - Chronicle.com

Princeton and Robertson Family Settle Titanic Donor-Intent Lawsuit - Chronicle.com: "Princeton and Robertson Family Settle Titanic Donor-Intent Lawsuit

Princeton University and the heirs of a major donor to the institution have settled their bitter dispute over an endowment that supports the university’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs."

The Next Wave of Philanthropy and Wealth Management | Planned Giving Design Center

The Next Wave of Philanthropy and Wealth Management | Planned Giving Design Center: "The retirement of the Baby Boomers is shifting their priorities from accumulation to spending and charitable giving. But many wealth managers remain stubbornly focused on helping clients retain their wealth. In this article, Burlingame, California based wealth manager Sean Stannard-Stockton discusses how the trend of “Giving while living,” is placing the philanthropic advisory role squarely onto the shoulders of wealth managers who may or may not be up to the task."

Princeton University - Understanding the Robertson v. Princeton settlement

Princeton University - Understanding the Robertson v. Princeton settlement: "Presented here is a brief glossary of terms and case history to aid in understanding the Dec. 9, 2008, settlement agreement for the lawsuit that the Robertson family filed against Princeton University in 2002."

Church Chat: ADRA President says charitable giving stable despite tough economy

Church Chat: ADRA President says charitable giving stable despite tough economy: "With United States unemployment rates rocketing toward 7 percent and more than half a million jobs lost in November alone, charitable giving to organizations such as the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) could plummet this holiday season."

Colonial Country Club Charities gives $250,000 to 81 charity groups | Fort Worth | Star-Telegram.com

Colonial Country Club Charities gives $250,000 to 81 charity groups | Fort Worth | Star-Telegram.com: "The golf club handed out a quarter-million dollars over breakfast Tuesday morning to 81 charities that work with young people, closing out a year in which the Colonial Country Club Charities raised $6.6 million.

That total represents a 57 percent increase over last year’s $4.2 million and a 140 percent increase over 2006, pushing the club and its Crowne Plaza Invitational into the top five PGA Tour events in charity giving."

reportonbusiness.com: SPIRIT OF PHILANTHROPY IS THRIVING

reportonbusiness.com: SPIRIT OF PHILANTHROPY IS THRIVING: "he survey of 93 of Canada's largest companies found that 97 per cent made financial donations to charities and non-profit groups, with a median value of $340,000. Half of the donor companies exceeded the standard of giving

1 per cent of pre-tax profits, as recommended by Imagine's 'Caring Company' program."

National slowdown in giving not the case locally | TimesDaily.com | The Times Daily | Florence, AL

National slowdown in giving not the case locally | TimesDaily.com | The Times Daily | Florence, AL: "The explanation as to why charitable contributions remain high in northwest Alabama may have to do with the difference in human motivation in the southern region of the country, said Alex Takeuchi, an associate professor of sociology at the University of North Alabama.

He said in the current economy, the mind-set of people to help others is slightly different than when the economy is good."

Bill Clinton Discloses Donors Behind Global Initiative Meeting in Asia | 44 | washingtonpost.com

Bill Clinton Discloses Donors Behind Global Initiative Meeting in Asia | 44 | washingtonpost.com: "Bill Clinton Discloses Donors Behind Global Initiative Meeting in Asia

By Philip Rucker
Former president Bill Clinton, who agreed to make his charitable activities more transparent in an accord with President-elect Barack Obama that paved the way for his wife to become Obama's secretary of state, today disclosed the sponsors of last week's Clinton Global Initiative meeting in Hong Kong."

ABC's for Exempt Organizations

ABC's for Exempt Organizations: "ABC's for Exempt Organizations


IRS Exempt Organizations offers the following resources to help the manager of a new exempt organization navigate tax issues. These materials are not comprehensive; for further assistance, consult a tax adviser."

Nonprofits can survive the storm if they plan properly - The Advocate

Nonprofits can survive the storm if they plan properly - The Advocate: "Nonprofits can survive the storm if they plan properly
By Dannel Malloy
and Len Miller
Posted: 12/09/2008 12:19:40 PM EST

We are in the midst of an economic crisis that will last for some time. This economic slowdown will more than likely have a serious negative impact on the nonprofit sector that will be worse than the impact following the 9/11 tragedy. Not long after 9/11, we called together some members of the community, and McKinsey & Co. prepared a report and made recommendations to the nonprofit community. In addition, the Collaborative Alliance was formed to help and encourage nonprofit organizations to work more closely together."

Calling the next generation of philanthropists -

Calling the next generation of philanthropists -: "Millennials, whom businesses are looking to attract as their next generation of human capital, also are the next source of philanthropy. Not-for-profits will need to know how to work with the needs and personalities and expectations of that new generation of givers.

'Our younger donors want transparency,' said roundtable leader and panelist Kathy Crosby, CEO of Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids."

Farmer leaves $2 million to church - Wonderful World- msnbc.com

Farmer leaves $2 million to church - Wonderful World- msnbc.com: "BLAIRSVILLE, Pa. - It's like a gift from God.

A tiny church in western Pennsylvania inherited more than $2 million from a farmer who lived in a mobile home."