Thursday, July 30, 2009
idealist.org - Who’s Got This Year’s Bragging Rights for Volunteering in the U.S.?
idealist.org - Who’s Got This Year’s Bragging Rights for Volunteering in the U.S.?: "Last year, Utah and Minneapolis-St Paul came out on top as the state and large city with the highest average percentage of volunteers, according to research conducted by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). As CNCS releases civic engagement stats for 2008 today, anticipation is high to see who will take these titles away from the Twin Cities and the Beehive State. So, without further ado, this year’s city and state with the highest percentage of volunteers…Minneapolis-St Paul and Utah!"
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Study: 1 in 3 U.S. Volunteers Serve through Religious Groups | Christianpost.com
Study: 1 in 3 U.S. Volunteers Serve through Religious Groups | Christianpost.com: "The Volunteering in America 2009 report, the most comprehensive data ever assembled on volunteer trends and demographics, found that 22.2 million volunteers, or 35.9 percent of the total 61.8 million volunteers in the United States, served with or through a religious organization in 2008."
morrisdailyherald.com | Who wants to be a grantmaker?
morrisdailyherald.com | Who wants to be a grantmaker?: "In July, our anniversary month, we launched a great new program — “Who Wants to be a Grantmaker?” In partnership with the Grundy County Chamber of Commerce and Industry, this program will be featured at the Chamber’s monthly Business After Hours (BAH).
At the BAH, the Community Foundation will draw a business card and that winner gets to select a charity. The Foundation will then mail a donation of $100 to that charity in the winner’s name. How cool is that?"
At the BAH, the Community Foundation will draw a business card and that winner gets to select a charity. The Foundation will then mail a donation of $100 to that charity in the winner’s name. How cool is that?"
The Columbus Dispatch : United Way charts course
The Columbus Dispatch : United Way charts course: "With a unanimous vote yesterday, the United Way of Central Ohio cemented its transformation from a fundraising club for charities to an agenda setter in regional philanthropy.
Nine goals will guide fundraising and grant dollars at the United Way for the next decade: reducing crime in five neighborhoods; cutting abandoned housing by a third in those neighborhoods; raising kindergartners' passing rate on literacy tests to 85 percent; boosting the county's high-school graduation rate to 95 percent; cutting by 20 percent the number of households below 250 percent of the federal poverty line; halving the number of residents without regular health care; training one in three residents for disaster response; boosting the number of residents at a healthy weight; and providing emergency help to everyone in need."
Nine goals will guide fundraising and grant dollars at the United Way for the next decade: reducing crime in five neighborhoods; cutting abandoned housing by a third in those neighborhoods; raising kindergartners' passing rate on literacy tests to 85 percent; boosting the county's high-school graduation rate to 95 percent; cutting by 20 percent the number of households below 250 percent of the federal poverty line; halving the number of residents without regular health care; training one in three residents for disaster response; boosting the number of residents at a healthy weight; and providing emergency help to everyone in need."
Senior officials praise federal employees for local philanthropy (7/28/09) -- www.GovernmentExecutive.com
Senior officials praise federal employees for local philanthropy (7/28/09) -- www.GovernmentExecutive.com: "Senior officials praise federal employees for local philanthropy
By Alyssa Rosenberg arosenberg@govexec.com July 28, 2009
Cabinet secretaries commended federal employees for their commitment to service as they delivered food donated by agency workers to the Capital Area Food Bank in Washington on Tuesday."
By Alyssa Rosenberg arosenberg@govexec.com July 28, 2009
Cabinet secretaries commended federal employees for their commitment to service as they delivered food donated by agency workers to the Capital Area Food Bank in Washington on Tuesday."
Does the Nonprofit World Need a 'Reboot'? - Philanthropy.com
Does the Nonprofit World Need a 'Reboot'? - Philanthropy.com: "Does the Nonprofit World Need a 'Reboot'?
Will the recession force the nonprofit world to work together better and be more focused? Or will the continuing economic losses simply hobble charities and foundations?"
Will the recession force the nonprofit world to work together better and be more focused? Or will the continuing economic losses simply hobble charities and foundations?"
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Cleveland Leader | Cleveland News & More!
Cleveland Leader | Cleveland News & More!: "Donations will also be accepted at the event to benefit the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute. Donations will allow the Taussig Cancer Institute to continue offering world-class care, treatment, and clinical trial research in cancer awareness, diagnosis and management."
Six Key Attributes of Sticky Messages : By Abny Santicola : FundRaising Success
Six Key Attributes of Sticky Messages : By Abny Santicola : FundRaising Success: "Fundraisers spend time and resources creating messages for cases, proposals and campaigns. But how many of them actually stick?
In his session 'Sticky Ideas: How to Make Your Fundraising Messages Powerful and Persuasive' at the 2009 Bridge Conference held last week near Washington, D.C., consultant Bernard Ross defined what makes ideas stick, why sticky ideas work and why they're essential to fundraising, and how they can be applied by fundraisers in their work with donors, board members and others."
In his session 'Sticky Ideas: How to Make Your Fundraising Messages Powerful and Persuasive' at the 2009 Bridge Conference held last week near Washington, D.C., consultant Bernard Ross defined what makes ideas stick, why sticky ideas work and why they're essential to fundraising, and how they can be applied by fundraisers in their work with donors, board members and others."
Press Release: In Tough Times, Volunteering In America Remains Strong
Press Release: In Tough Times, Volunteering In America Remains Strong: "New Federal Report Ranks 50 States and 200 Cities, Shows Young Adults & “Do-It-Yourself” Volunteers Leading Compassion Boom
Washington, DC – A new report released today by the Corporation for National and Community Service finds that even during a time of prolonged economic recession, volunteering has remained steady, fueled by a compassion boom led by young adults and a wave of do-it-yourself volunteers working with their neighbors to fix problems."
Washington, DC – A new report released today by the Corporation for National and Community Service finds that even during a time of prolonged economic recession, volunteering has remained steady, fueled by a compassion boom led by young adults and a wave of do-it-yourself volunteers working with their neighbors to fix problems."
Case Western Reserve University, Kent State University see strong fund-raising year - Cleveland.com
Case Western Reserve University, Kent State University see strong fund-raising year - Cleveland.com: "Case Western Reserve University and Kent State University are reporting highly successful fund-raising efforts this year in spite of the national economic downturn."
Shakopee tribe dealt $40 million to groups
Shakopee tribe dealt $40 million to groups: "The tribe handed out $40 million last year, almost twice as much as it gave two years ago, according to a newly issued accounting of its charitable largesse."
The Enid News and Eagle, Enid, OK - Donations will help get kite event onto record books
The Enid News and Eagle, Enid, OK - Donations will help get kite event onto record books: "A local effort to set the Guinness world record for number of kites in the sky at one time seems to be taking off.
The event, which is slated for Sept. 10 behind Autry Technology Center, has brought in its first donation of $5,000, said Stan Hicks, Enid Habitat for Humanity board member. The event is a fundraiser for the local Habitat for Humanity chapter."
The event, which is slated for Sept. 10 behind Autry Technology Center, has brought in its first donation of $5,000, said Stan Hicks, Enid Habitat for Humanity board member. The event is a fundraiser for the local Habitat for Humanity chapter."
BBC NEWS | Business | Hit or miss for charities in recession?
BBC NEWS | Business | Hit or miss for charities in recession?: "The latest figures from the UK Cards Association suggests the public's appetite for giving to charities has not diminished during the downturn."
Book Review: ‘Billions of Drops in Millions of Buckets’ - WSJ.com
Book Review: ‘Billions of Drops in Millions of Buckets’ - WSJ.com: "It is often noted that, after billions of dollars in government spending over the past several decades, we have seen precious little progress in solving American’s major social problems, from family breakdown to dysfunctional schools. But what about America’s nonprofit sector—organizations that concentrate their efforts on exactly such problems, with money from charities, trusts and personal philanthropies? They too spend enormous sums. Is their record any better?"
School of Mines raises a record $30.7M in donations - Denver Business Journal:
School of Mines raises a record $30.7M in donations - Denver Business Journal:: "Colorado School of Mines said Monday it raised an estimated $30.7 million in donations and commitments in the just-concluded fiscal year, a new record for the Golden college."
Monday, July 27, 2009
And the biggest corporate donors in the Bay Area are
And the biggest corporate donors in the Bay Area are: "This past Thursday, July 23, the San Francisco Business Times held their annual Bay Area Corporate Philanthropy Summit and Awards. Spoiler alert - we're going to get the top three out of the way right off the bat. Each company is followed by its total cash contributions to Bay Area charities in 2008 and its total cash giving as a percentage of profit."
Where are all the female leaders?
Where are all the female leaders?: "One place where women leaders are definitely represented is in the nonprofit world. According to Board Source (a nonprofit organization founded in 1988 that is dedicated to helping nonprofit leaders), women made up 43% of nonprofit Boards in 2007 (the last year of available statistics). In nonprofits of less than $500,000, the figure was even higher – 51%."
The New Generation of Philanthropists - Alpha Consumer (usnews.com)
The New Generation of Philanthropists - Alpha Consumer (usnews.com): "The New Generation of Philanthropists
July 27, 2009 11:31 AM ET | Kimberly Palmer | Permanent Link | Print
For a new generation of philanthropists, giving to charity isn't just about writing checks. Instead, the focus is on volunteering, socializing, and networking -- while also contributing to good causes. 'Many Generation X-ers are more interested in social advocacy and engagement philanthropy,' says Dwight Burlingame, associate executive director at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. That means they are more likely to want to work directly with organizations instead of just donating money, he explains."
July 27, 2009 11:31 AM ET | Kimberly Palmer | Permanent Link | Print
For a new generation of philanthropists, giving to charity isn't just about writing checks. Instead, the focus is on volunteering, socializing, and networking -- while also contributing to good causes. 'Many Generation X-ers are more interested in social advocacy and engagement philanthropy,' says Dwight Burlingame, associate executive director at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. That means they are more likely to want to work directly with organizations instead of just donating money, he explains."
Business & Technology | Mobile giving is catching on | Seattle Times Newspaper
Business & Technology | Mobile giving is catching on | Seattle Times Newspaper: "Giving should be easy, it should be fun and it should be rewarding,' said Jim Manis, chief executive of the Mobile Giving Foundation, a Bellevue-based nonprofit that provides technology for charitable organizations to run mobile campaigns."
Nonprofits warned not to depend on grants | HeraldTribune.com | Sarasota Florida | Southwest Florida's Information Leader
Nonprofits warned not to depend on grants | HeraldTribune.com | Sarasota Florida | Southwest Florida's Information Leader: "She and others caution that grants are growing scarce as foundations and governments struggle with budget problems, and that such funding is not reliable long-term.
Grants can supplement funding, Hopkins said, but anyone who thinks they can sustain an organization long-term needs to think again."
Grants can supplement funding, Hopkins said, but anyone who thinks they can sustain an organization long-term needs to think again."
Record crowd at Corn Boil :: Beacon News :: Local News
Record crowd at Corn Boil :: Beacon News :: Local News: "Thousands of area residents found that combination worth celebrating, as volunteers agreed that the 42nd annual festival drew record numbers of visitors."
Charitable giving goes layaway route | ajc.com
Charitable giving goes layaway route | ajc.com: "But in these financially unfabulous times, organizers are bending a bit. For the first time, fashionistas can buy tickets — $500 for general admission or up to $10,000 for 10 VIP patron billets — on an installment plan.
That’s right. Atlanta society has embraced layaway."
That’s right. Atlanta society has embraced layaway."
Nonprofits continue boom in face of new pressures - STLtoday.com
Nonprofits continue boom in face of new pressures - STLtoday.com: "In Missouri, the number of new nonprofit corporations founded annually has risen steadily this decade, from 1,233 in 2000 to 2,257 in 2007. In 2008, the number exploded to 3,082, almost a 37 percent increase in a single year. In all, the state has more than 52,400 registered nonprofits.
In Illinois, nonprofit incorporations have increased almost every year since at least 1970, though they fell this year. There are almost 85,400 nonprofits in the state."
In Illinois, nonprofit incorporations have increased almost every year since at least 1970, though they fell this year. There are almost 85,400 nonprofits in the state."
Meet the Future Today: The Level8 Network | eJewish Philanthropy: The Jewish Philanthropy Blog
Meet the Future Today: The Level8 Network | eJewish Philanthropy: The Jewish Philanthropy Blog: "Young Jewish American adults represent 36% of all Jewish American adults; yet only 13% donate to Jewish causes. Only 2% donate to their various federations. You might ask, why is this?"
Anyone can be a philanthropist | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal
Anyone can be a philanthropist | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal: "The impact of real philanthropy
While the life stories of Kentuckians who give through the Community Foundation of Louisville may not be quite as exhilarating as the philanthropist in the TV show, their thoughtful philanthropy is critical, poignant, effective and life-changing. In 2008, the donors of the 1,100 philanthropic funds in the Community Foundation recommended more than 7,300 grants totaling $28 million to help support needs in our city, commonwealth and nation."
While the life stories of Kentuckians who give through the Community Foundation of Louisville may not be quite as exhilarating as the philanthropist in the TV show, their thoughtful philanthropy is critical, poignant, effective and life-changing. In 2008, the donors of the 1,100 philanthropic funds in the Community Foundation recommended more than 7,300 grants totaling $28 million to help support needs in our city, commonwealth and nation."
Accountability measures in the nonprofit sector | theadvertiser.com | The Advertiser
Accountability measures in the nonprofit sector | theadvertiser.com | The Advertiser: "The Association of Fundraising Professionals (in collaboration with several other organizations) developed these principles as a way to empower donors to be informed.
Some of your rights as a donor are that you can expect that your gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given, you can request copies of an organization's financial statements, and you have a right to know who serves on the organization's board."
Some of your rights as a donor are that you can expect that your gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given, you can request copies of an organization's financial statements, and you have a right to know who serves on the organization's board."
Why the arts matter and deserve support -- especially in bleak times - Issues & Ideas - MiamiHerald.com
Why the arts matter and deserve support -- especially in bleak times - Issues & Ideas - MiamiHerald.com: "Those attitudes increasingly left the non-pop performing, visual and literary arts scrabbling on the margins of our society and our esteem, except for the tiny percentage that can claim some mass appeal and/or money-making clout. The downgraded position of the arts has been exacerbated by our desperate times, as everyone from the state of California on down tries to spend the minimum (or less) to get by, so that the arts suffer from the double whammy of being considered neither profitable nor necessary."
Controversy precedes Latino conference -- chicagotribune.com
Controversy precedes Latino conference -- chicagotribune.com: "In these turbulent times, the conference will enlist everyone from Cabinet secretaries to Obama advisers to neighborhood leaders to offer a comprehensive prescription for the Latino community, with topics from diabetes to philanthropy."
Mennonite Relief Sale assists in festival atmosphere - Bay City, Michigan Entertainment News – MLive.com
Mennonite Relief Sale assists in festival atmosphere - Bay City, Michigan Entertainment News – MLive.com: "MIO -- It may be one of northern Michigan's larger charitable fundraising events aimed at helping people worldwide, wrapped in a weekend of fun, food and festivities."
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