Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Rice University celebrates a century - Houston Chronicle
Rice University celebrates a century - Houston Chronicle: Our city and its leaders in government, business and philanthropy have been wonderfully supportive throughout this time. We have worked hard to contribute as much and more to this community in return. It's no accident that the Texas Medical Center was located next to Rice 33 years after our founding, or that Houston's extraordinary museum district sits at the other end of our campus. The histories of the Houston Symphony, the Houston Grand Opera, the Museum of Fine Arts of Houston, the Johnson Space Center and even the Houston Ship Channel all owe part of their origin and strength to Rice. William Marsh Rice's gift to the city of Houston - for that is what it was always intended to be - has been multiplied many times over the past century.
5 Steps to Meeting The Needs of Your Conference Attendees
5 Steps to Meeting The Needs of Your Conference Attendees: Is Your Annual Conference Fulfilling Your Attendees’ Needs?
Published by Sara Olbrantz | Topics: Conferences and Meetings, Meeting Formats
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Attendees expect a lot out of your association’s annual conference, don’t they?
So, how do you make sure you are not only meeting your attendees’ expectations, but exceeding them?
Published by Sara Olbrantz | Topics: Conferences and Meetings, Meeting Formats
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Attendees expect a lot out of your association’s annual conference, don’t they?
So, how do you make sure you are not only meeting your attendees’ expectations, but exceeding them?
Hundreds of Mass. Nonprofits Jointly Raise $1M in 36 Hours
massnonprofit.org ::: Hundreds of Mass. Nonprofits Jointly Raise $1M in 36 Hours
October 12, 2012 — A total of 301 Massachusetts nonprofits raised more than $1 million from 6,900 donors in 36 hours this week, one of the largest events in state history designed to raise funds simultaneously for multiple nonprofits.
Called The Giving Common Challenge, the fundraiser was organized by The Giving Common, a resource for nonprofits and potential donors launched earlier this year by The Boston Foundation (TBF).
October 12, 2012 — A total of 301 Massachusetts nonprofits raised more than $1 million from 6,900 donors in 36 hours this week, one of the largest events in state history designed to raise funds simultaneously for multiple nonprofits.
Called The Giving Common Challenge, the fundraiser was organized by The Giving Common, a resource for nonprofits and potential donors launched earlier this year by The Boston Foundation (TBF).
Armstrong steps down from charity; Nike drops sponsorship - chicagotribune.com
Armstrong steps down from charity; Nike drops sponsorship - chicagotribune.com: (Reuters) - Lance Armstrong has stepped down as chairman of the cancer charity he founded, Livestrong, after U.S. anti-doping officials issued a scathing report detailing his use of performance-enhancing drugs for years as one of the world's premier cyclists, the foundation said on Wednesday.
Separately, one of his main corporate sponsors, Nike Inc., said it was ending its sponsorship of Armstrong.
Separately, one of his main corporate sponsors, Nike Inc., said it was ending its sponsorship of Armstrong.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Community Impact Series: Emerging Philanthropists of New Orleans | WWNO
Community Impact Series: Emerging Philanthropists of New Orleans | WWNO: Dr. Ardalan is part of Emerging Philanthropists of New Orleans, or EPNO. This nonprofit was formed to teach young professionals the process, the power and the rewards of philanthropy, and to pool their own contributions to local nonprofits for greater effect.
Mo Ibrahim Foundation Declines to Give Africa Leadership Prize - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Mo Ibrahim Foundation Declines to Give Africa Leadership Prize - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Mo Ibrahim Foundation Declines to Give Africa Leadership Prize
October 16, 2012, 10:32 am
For the third time in its six-year history, a telecommunications tycoon’s multimillion-dollar prize honoring good governance in Africa will go unclaimed, according to the BBC and The New York Times
October 16, 2012, 10:32 am
For the third time in its six-year history, a telecommunications tycoon’s multimillion-dollar prize honoring good governance in Africa will go unclaimed, according to the BBC and The New York Times
Valerie Lies: The economic power of not making a profit - Springfield, IL - The State Journal-Register
Valerie Lies: The economic power of not making a profit - Springfield, IL - The State Journal-Register: As Illinois tries to resuscitate its economy, lawmakers should know that some of the state’s biggest job producers are the ones that don’t make any money.
That’s one lesson to emerge from new research that shows that Illinois’ nonprofit community represents the state’s fourth-largest employer, accounting for more than a half-million jobs. The study, conducted by Johns Hopkins University on behalf of Donors Forum, an association of grantmakers and nonprofits, finds that nonprofits support 517,600 jobs in Illinois, more than the number of workers in the transportation, construction, and real estate industries combined.
That’s one lesson to emerge from new research that shows that Illinois’ nonprofit community represents the state’s fourth-largest employer, accounting for more than a half-million jobs. The study, conducted by Johns Hopkins University on behalf of Donors Forum, an association of grantmakers and nonprofits, finds that nonprofits support 517,600 jobs in Illinois, more than the number of workers in the transportation, construction, and real estate industries combined.
Mediator sets rules for Colorado shooting funds - WREX.com – Rockford’s News Leader
Mediator sets rules for Colorado shooting funds - WREX.com – Rockford’s News Leader: DENVER (AP) - A mediator overseeing a dispute over donations to the 12 people killed and 58 injured in the Colorado theater shootings said Monday the majority of the $5 million in contributions will go to families of people who died and those who suffered permanent injuries.
Mediator Kenneth Feinberg said those victims will get 70 percent of the money, or about $200,000 each, based on current donations.
Mediator Kenneth Feinberg said those victims will get 70 percent of the money, or about $200,000 each, based on current donations.
D3 Conference - @afptoronto (with images, tweets) � UinvitedU � Storify
D3 Conference - @afptoronto (with images, tweets) � UinvitedU � Storify: D3 Conference - @afptoronto
D3, a one-day conference designed to engage leaders from the social profit sector in meaningful discussion and debate. Learn more at http://afptoronto.org/index.php/d3
D3, a one-day conference designed to engage leaders from the social profit sector in meaningful discussion and debate. Learn more at http://afptoronto.org/index.php/d3
Nonprofits Lost $100 in Gifts for Every $100 Raised, Study Finds - Prospecting - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Nonprofits Lost $100 in Gifts for Every $100 Raised, Study Finds - Prospecting - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Nonprofits Lost $100 in Gifts for Every $100 Raised, Study Finds
October 15, 2012, 4:41 pm
By Raymund Flandez
Just how hard it is for fundraisers to keep raising as much this year as they did last year can be found in a just-released analysis of 2011 fundraising returns.
For every $100 charities raised in 2011, $100 was lost as donors stopped giving or donated less, concludes a new report by the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Urban Institute. What’s more, for every 100 donors that nonprofits recruited in 2011, they lost 107.
October 15, 2012, 4:41 pm
By Raymund Flandez
Just how hard it is for fundraisers to keep raising as much this year as they did last year can be found in a just-released analysis of 2011 fundraising returns.
For every $100 charities raised in 2011, $100 was lost as donors stopped giving or donated less, concludes a new report by the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Urban Institute. What’s more, for every 100 donors that nonprofits recruited in 2011, they lost 107.
Defense.gov News Article: ‘Feds Feed Families’ Breaks Donation Record
Defense.gov News Article: ‘Feds Feed Families’ Breaks Donation Record: ‘Feds Feed Families’ Breaks Donation Record
By Claudette Roulo
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2012 – The Defense Department's 2012 contribution to the “Feds Feed Families” campaign surpassed all expectations, Paige Hinkle-Bowles, deputy assistant secretary of defense for civilian personnel policy, said Oct. 12 during an interview with American Forces Press Service.
More than 2 million pounds of nonperishable food items were donated by DOD agencies during this year's campaign, she said, a record amount for the department.
By Claudette Roulo
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2012 – The Defense Department's 2012 contribution to the “Feds Feed Families” campaign surpassed all expectations, Paige Hinkle-Bowles, deputy assistant secretary of defense for civilian personnel policy, said Oct. 12 during an interview with American Forces Press Service.
More than 2 million pounds of nonperishable food items were donated by DOD agencies during this year's campaign, she said, a record amount for the department.
Majority Of Donors Give Without Online Research - TheNonProfitTimes
Majority Of Donors Give Without Online Research - TheNonProfitTimes: Donors who send in a check after receiving a direct mail appeal are less likely to go online to check out the charity than they were four years ago. That’s a reversal of three years earlier when a spike upward was experienced between 2005 and 2008.
The national survey of adults showed that half of donors who make a gift as a result of a direct mail appeal do not do any Internet research about the organization before writing the check. That’s an increase from 47 percent during 2008. The 2008 number was a large upswing from 2005 when 61 percent said they didn’t do Internet research.
The national survey of adults showed that half of donors who make a gift as a result of a direct mail appeal do not do any Internet research about the organization before writing the check. That’s an increase from 47 percent during 2008. The 2008 number was a large upswing from 2005 when 61 percent said they didn’t do Internet research.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Millionaires Club Has Many Charitable Members | Millionaire Corner
Millionaires Club Has Many Charitable Members | Millionaire Corner: Members of the millionaires club are more likely to drop $100,000 on charity than on jewelry, boats or any other discretionary item, according to the latest Millionaire Corner research on U.S. households with a net worth exceeding $25 million.
Charity reserves - how low can you go? | Voluntary Sector Network Partner zone Baker Tilly | Guardian Professional
Charity reserves - how low can you go? | Voluntary Sector Network Partner zone Baker Tilly | Guardian Professional: Charity reserves - how low can you go?
With many charities considering the use of their reserves, Sudhir Singh provides some practical guidance on what to consider
With many charities considering the use of their reserves, Sudhir Singh provides some practical guidance on what to consider
Charities need a new approach to partnerships | Javed Khan on Life at Victim Support | Third Sector blogs
Charities need a new approach to partnerships | Javed Khan on Life at Victim Support | Third Sector blogs: Charities need a new approach to partnerships
By Javed Khan, Monday, 15 October 2012, Be the first to comment
It’s no longer good enough simply looking for partnerships. During tough financial times, working with decreasing resources and increasing demand, charities need a new approach. We need to lock arms and hold hands to develop our inter-dependence. It’s simple – together we’re stronger.
By Javed Khan, Monday, 15 October 2012, Be the first to comment
It’s no longer good enough simply looking for partnerships. During tough financial times, working with decreasing resources and increasing demand, charities need a new approach. We need to lock arms and hold hands to develop our inter-dependence. It’s simple – together we’re stronger.
US Charities Still Losing More Donors Than Acquiring New
US Charities Still Losing More Donors Than Acquiring New: While fundraising levels are improving slightly, charities continue to lose more donors than they gain and have a long way to go to recover from the impact of the 2007-9 recession; this according to a new report from the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and the Urban Institute indicates.
Asian Philanthropy Grows to Include Social Entrepreneurship, Corporate Giving
Asian Philanthropy Grows to Include Social Entrepreneurship, Corporate Giving: Last week, Give2Asia, a $25-million-a-year international charity, celebrated ten years of philanthropy at the Mark Hopkins Hotel in San Francisco. The grantees on hand (from eight countries) include a variety of organizations, including traditional charities and newer social-entrepreneurship organizations, and give some insight into social trends in the region.
Warning: Lost Donors Ahead! - Pamela Grow | Pamela Grow
Warning: Lost Donors Ahead! - Pamela Grow | Pamela Grow: Why, oh why are nonprofit organizations failing to retain their donors? The latest news, by way of the 2012 Fundraising Effectiveness Report from the Association of Fundraising Professionals shows that donor attrition rates are still in the toilet.
LEGOs, Tzedakah, and the New Boulder JCC
LEGOs, Tzedakah, and the New Boulder JCC: as families read stories about philanthropy and tzedakah (doing the right thing), participated in activities to learn more about giving, played with Legos, and ate ice cream. This day was one of the first of its kind in the Boulder Jewish community
Seth Rogen auctions bathroom visit for charity - Yahoo! Entertainment Singapore
Seth Rogen auctions bathroom visit for charity - Yahoo! Entertainment Singapore: Seth Rogen has auctioned off a bathroom visit for charity.
The 30-year-old Pineapple Express star donated the bizarre auction prize for the Night of Too Many Stars benefit in New York City.
The 30-year-old Pineapple Express star donated the bizarre auction prize for the Night of Too Many Stars benefit in New York City.
Nonprofits broaden reach to younger donors
Nonprofits broaden reach to younger donors: Organizations in West Michigan are reaching out to the next generation of donors by providing multiple and innovative ways for them to get involved. These organizations recognize that young adults are much more willing that the previous generation to roll up their sleeves and get to work rather than simply write a check, said Matthew Downey, nonprofit services program director for the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University.
Charity fashion show marks decade of giving back
Charity fashion show marks decade of giving back: A group of volunteers that plans the Cloud 9 Charities Fashion Show has grown from a core group of three to more than 20, and the money raised stays right here in southern Denton County.
Right now, these volunteers are working feverishly in preparation for the 10th Annual Style Show, which is set for November 10th at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lewisville.
Right now, these volunteers are working feverishly in preparation for the 10th Annual Style Show, which is set for November 10th at the Hilton Garden Inn in Lewisville.
BBC News - What motivates philanthropists?
BBC News - What motivates philanthropists?: Problem-solving skills
The desire by the super-rich to create some kind of social impact is not a new phenomenon, according to Jen Shang, philanthropic psychologist at Indiana University and the University of Bristol.
Prior's Court School The Shirley Foundation bought the Prior's Court estate in 1998; the school opened the following year
What is new, she says, is how they care about the creation of that social impact: "A lot of the people who accumulated their own wealth instead of inherited it have been quite successful in the first half of their life
The desire by the super-rich to create some kind of social impact is not a new phenomenon, according to Jen Shang, philanthropic psychologist at Indiana University and the University of Bristol.
Prior's Court School The Shirley Foundation bought the Prior's Court estate in 1998; the school opened the following year
What is new, she says, is how they care about the creation of that social impact: "A lot of the people who accumulated their own wealth instead of inherited it have been quite successful in the first half of their life
Combined Federal Campaign lowers sights for 2012 - Baltimore Sun
Combined Federal Campaign lowers sights for 2012 - Baltimore Sun: October 13, 2012|By Matthew Hay Brown, The Baltimore Sun
WASHINGTON — — With the economic recovery still sluggish, a donor pool laboring under a long-term pay freeze and uncertainty about looming budget cuts, organizers of the Combined Federal Campaign in the National Capital Area have reduced their fundraising goal for the 2012 giving season.
After falling short of their goal of $68 million from Washington and the surrounding area each of the last two years, organizers of the annual charity drive are aiming this year for $62.5 million. It's the first time since the financial crisis of 2008 at least — and, possibly, ever — that they have lowered their sights.
WASHINGTON — — With the economic recovery still sluggish, a donor pool laboring under a long-term pay freeze and uncertainty about looming budget cuts, organizers of the Combined Federal Campaign in the National Capital Area have reduced their fundraising goal for the 2012 giving season.
After falling short of their goal of $68 million from Washington and the surrounding area each of the last two years, organizers of the annual charity drive are aiming this year for $62.5 million. It's the first time since the financial crisis of 2008 at least — and, possibly, ever — that they have lowered their sights.
Penn State University Brandywine kicks off ‘THON’fundraiser - delcotimes.com
Penn State University Brandywine kicks off ‘THON’fundraiser - delcotimes.com: In 2012, THON raised a record-breaking $10.68 million and was able to donate 96 percent of the funds raised directly to benefit the Four Diamonds Fund, which picks up where insurance leaves off, relieving families of the financial burden at a time that should be spent focusing on the child’s health and treatment.
How the Top 100 Have Changed in 2 Decades - Philanthropy 400 - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
How the Top 100 Have Changed in 2 Decades - Philanthropy 400 - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: How the Top 100 Have Changed in 2 Decades
By Emily Gipple, Peter Panepento, and Cody Switzer
Over the past 20 years, charities have ridden the boom of the 1990s and fought through the tough economic times of the last five years.
When you click on a charity name in the chart below, you will see how it ranked in other years as well as how other charities in the same category have fared over the past two decades. You can also search for charities in the box below.
By Emily Gipple, Peter Panepento, and Cody Switzer
Over the past 20 years, charities have ridden the boom of the 1990s and fought through the tough economic times of the last five years.
When you click on a charity name in the chart below, you will see how it ranked in other years as well as how other charities in the same category have fared over the past two decades. You can also search for charities in the box below.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Young donors: donation deficit or an engagement deficit? - Institute of Fundraising
Young donors: donation deficit or an engagement deficit? - Institute of Fundraising: The recent University of Bristol/CAF report ‘Mind the Gap’ suggests 18-30 year olds are giving significantly less likely to give to charity than previous generations. But are we are actually facing a ‘donation deficit’? Catherine Miles is not convinced…
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